Origin
Mansfield, OH
Late night in Mansfield on Wednesday
Local time
12:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mansfield, OH to Lima, OH
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 48m
Distance
93.9 mi
151 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 40m
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6 AM
1h 48m
8 AM
2h 4m
10 AM
1h 54m
12 PM
1h 52m
3 PM
1h 55m
5 PM
2h 4m
8 PM
1h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mansfield, OH
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Lima, OH
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Trip Overview
The drive from Mansfield, OH to Lima, OH covers 93.9 miles and takes about 1h 48m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 30, Martin Luther King Jr. Freeway, I 75 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 41 miles on US 30. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.57 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
46.9 miles from Mansfield, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 48m highway drive covering 93.9 miles, with most of the trip on US 30 and Martin Luther King Jr. Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 41 miles on US 30.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 30 is the longest continuous segment at about 41 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 30 and Martin Luther King Jr. Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near SR 13 / West 2nd Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 93.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SR 13 / West 2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 82.8 miles (SR 696 / East Lincoln Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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SR 13 / West 2nd Street
Turn right onto SR 13 / West 2nd Street
Navigation decision point
6
2.1 mi into trip
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~4m in
Take the ramp toward US 30 West: Bucyrus
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Exit 129
Toward US 30 West: Bucyrus
7
82.8 mi into trip
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~1h 33m in
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SR 696 / East Lincoln Highway
At end of road, turn left onto SR 696 / East Lincoln Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
83.3 mi into trip
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~1h 34m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
91.4 mi into trip
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~1h 43m in
Take the exit toward SR 81: Ada, Lima
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 127
Toward SR 81: Ada, Lima
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Mansfield, OH to Lima, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Toledo along the way.
Toledo
82.3 mi in
|
~1h 32m
|
via US 30 West to East Lincoln Highway
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 30 | 41 mi | 45m |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Freeway | 38.8 mi | 41m |
| I 75 | 7.6 mi | 8m |
| Findlay Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Springmill Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| South Mulberry Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| US 30 West to East Lincoln Highway | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Jackson Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 30
— 41 mi, about 45m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mansfield, OH and Lima, OH.
1
Start on South Main Street
392 ft
·
12 sec
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South Main Street
2
Turn right onto SR 13
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
West 2nd Street
3
Turn right onto SR 13
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Mulberry Street
4
Turn slight left onto SR 39
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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Springmill Street
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 129
Toward US 30 West: Bucyrus
6
Merge onto US 30
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Martin Luther King Jr. Freeway
7
Keep slight left at fork onto US 30
38 mi
·
40 min
·
Martin Luther King Jr. Freeway
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 30
6.3 mi
·
7 min
·
US 30
9
Keep slight left at fork onto US 30
35 mi
·
37 min
·
US 30
10
Take the exit onto US 30 West to East Lincoln Highway
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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US 30 West to East Lincoln Highway
Toward SR 696: Dayton, Toledo
11
At end of road, turn left onto SR 696
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
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East Lincoln Highway
Use the straight lane.
12
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Use the left lane.
13
Merge onto I 75
7.6 mi
·
8 min
·
I 75
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 127
Toward SR 81: Ada, Lima
15
Turn right onto SR 81
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Findlay Road
16
Continue on SR 81
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
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North Jackson Street
17
Turn right onto SR 81
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
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East North Street
18
Arrive at destination
SR 65; SR 81
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 46.9 miles from Mansfield, OH, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.9 miles or 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lima, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Mansfield, OH so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Mansfield, OH
This is one driving day of about 93.9 miles and 1h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Mansfield, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 30 for about 41 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.9 mi from Mansfield, OH · 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 46.9 miles from Mansfield, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lima, OH
The final approach into Lima, OH usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Lima, OH.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.57 one way
$29.15 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $16.17 | $32.35 |
| premium | $4.91 | $18.15 | $36.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.73 | $41.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.2 | 0 | $9.86 | $4.51 |
| Efficient EV | 23.5 | 0 | $8.22 | $3.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.6 | 0 | $13.15 | $6.01 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Lima, OH
Late night in Lima on Wednesday
Local time
12:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
6 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 48m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Mansfield, OH to Lima, OH covers 93.9 miles and takes about 1h 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 30, Martin Luther King Jr. Freeway, I 75. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.9 miles from Mansfield, OH. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.57 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 93.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (SR 13 / West 2nd Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.1 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 82.8 miles (SR 696 / East Lincoln Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Mansfield, OH to Lima, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Toledo along the way.
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