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Trip from Mansfield, OH to Springdale, OH

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

3h 7m

Distance

164.6 mi

265 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$26

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
2h 56m ★
6 AM
3h 7m
8 AM
3h 30m
10 AM
3h 15m
12 PM
3h 13m
3 PM
3h 17m
5 PM
3h 29m
8 PM
3h 0m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Mansfield, OH, OH

Mansfield, OH

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city in Hamilton County, Ohio, United States

Springdale, OH

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Trip Overview

The drive from Mansfield, OH to Springdale, OH covers 164.6 miles and takes about 3h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 71, Circle Freeway, South Main Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 150.4 miles on I 71. At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.55 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

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

82.3 miles from Mansfield, OH

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 33m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 7m. Total distance: 164.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 3h 7m highway drive covering 164.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 71 and Circle Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 150.4 miles on I 71.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 71 is the longest continuous segment at about 150.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and Circle Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.6 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 164.6 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 4.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 66.4 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 155.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
4.6 mi into trip | ~7m in

Take the exit toward I 71 South: Columbus

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 169 Toward I 71 South: Columbus
6
66.4 mi into trip | ~1h 16m in | I 71

Keep slight right at fork onto I 71

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
155.6 mi into trip | ~2h 54m in

Take the exit toward I 275 West

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 17B Toward I 275 West
8
163.4 mi into trip | ~3h 3m in

Take the exit toward SR 4: Fairfield, Springdale

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 41 Toward SR 4: Fairfield, Springdale
7
163.7 mi into trip | ~3h 4m in

Keep slight left at fork toward SR 4

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward SR 4

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 71 150.4 mi 2h 45m
Circle Freeway 6.9 mi 7m
South Main Street 4.6 mi 7m
Springfield Pike 0.7 mi 1m
West Kemper Road <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 71 — 150.4 mi, about 2h 45m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Mansfield, OH and Springdale, OH.

1

Start on South Main Street

4.6 mi · 7 min · South Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
2

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 169 Toward I 71 South: Columbus
3

Merge onto I 71

61 mi · 1 hr 7 min · I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4

Keep slight right at fork onto I 71

89 mi · 1 hr 38 min · I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 1 min
Exit 17B Toward I 275 West Use the slight right lane.
6

Merge onto I 275

6.9 mi · 7 min · Circle Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min
Exit 41 Toward SR 4: Fairfield, Springdale Use the slight right lane.
8

Keep slight left at fork

118 ft · 11 sec
Toward SR 4 Use the left lane.
9

Turn left onto SR 4

0.7 mi · 1 min · Springfield Pike
Use the straight / right lanes.
10

Turn right onto West Kemper Road

185 ft · 6 sec · West Kemper Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
11

Turn right

69 ft · 10 sec
12

Turn left

146 ft · 15 sec
13

Turn left

69 ft · 10 sec
14

Turn left onto West Kemper Road

327 ft · 6 sec · West Kemper Road
15

Arrive at destination

West Kemper Road

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 82.3 miles from Mansfield, OH, or about 1h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 150.4 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 36 miles or 42m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 82.3 miles or 1h 33m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 31m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Springdale, 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 164.6 miles and 3h 7m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Mansfield, OH.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 71 for about 150.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 82.3 mi from Mansfield, OH · 1h 33m into the drive

capital city of Ohio, United States of America

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Columbus, OH

82 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

Cardington, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Columbus, OH

Meal break

The midpoint is around 82.3 miles from Mansfield, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Springdale, OH

The final approach into Springdale, 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 Springdale, OH.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument

Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument

National Monument

Throughout his life, Charles Young overcame countless obstacles in his ascent to prominence. In spite of overt racism and stifling inequality, Young rose through the military ranks to become one of th...

13 mi from route ~33 min detour Free near mile 119.2
View on nps.gov
Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park

Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park was established to honor the lives and achievements of poet and author Paul Laurence Dunbar and aviation pioneers Wilbur and Orville Wright. Through p...

23 mi from route ~57 min detour Free near mile 124.9
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$25.55 one way

$51.09 round trip

$3.94/gal 25.4 MPG avg 58 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.38 $28.35 $56.70
premium $4.91 $31.81 $63.62
diesel $5.61 $36.34 $72.68

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$26

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$51–$76

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 57.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 49.4 0 $17.28 $7.90
Efficient EV 41.2 0 $14.40 $6.58
EV Truck/SUV 65.8 0 $23.04 $10.53

Gas CO2

58 kg

EV CO2

19 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Mansfield, OH

Night in Mansfield on Thursday

Local time

9:45 PM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Springdale, OH

Night in Springdale on Thursday

Local time

9:45 PM

EDT

Current temp

69°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

1 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

3h 7m 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 Springdale, OH covers 164.6 miles and takes about 3h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 71, Circle Freeway, South Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 82.3 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 $25.55 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 164.6 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 4.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 66.4 miles (I 71): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 155.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Mansfield, OH to Springdale, OH does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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