Traveling from Brookville to Mansfield covers 141.3 miles of Ohio landscape, a journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 22 minutes behind the wheel. Because this distance is manageable in a single day, you can easily complete the trip without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $21 on fuel for the trek, depending on your vehicle's efficiency. The route relies entirely on local roads rather than major interstates, providing a consistent Midwestern drive through the state. Whether you are heading out for business or a change of scenery, this straightforward path is well-suited for a one-day excursion.
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
69.7 miles from Brookville, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 29m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 71
60 mi
1h 5m
US 33
26.6 mi
30m
Lancaster Bypass
13.3 mi
14m
Southeast Expressway
8.9 mi
11m
Columbus-Lancaster Road Northwest
7.8 mi
9m
SR 13
4.8 mi
7m
Logan-Lancaster Road
3.8 mi
4m
East Freeway
3.3 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 71
— 60 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brookville, OH and Mansfield, OH.
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Start on Luhrig Road
2.0 mi·7 min·Luhrig Road
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At end of road, turn left onto SR 682
2.8 mi·5 min·South Plains Road
3
Continue on SR 682
0.8 mi·1 min·South North Plains Road
4
Enter roundabout onto SR 682
219 ft·5 sec·North North Plains Road
5
Continue on SR 682
0.1 mi·16 sec·North North Plains Road
6
Enter roundabout
295 ft·7 sec
7
Continue
0.2 mi·25 sec
8
Merge onto US 33
27 mi·30 min·US 33
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on US 33
2.6 mi·3 min·Logan-Lancaster Road Southeast
Use the straight lane.
10
Continue on US 33
3.8 mi·4 min·Logan-Lancaster Road
11
Keep slight left at fork onto US 33
13 mi·14 min·Lancaster Bypass
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on US 33
7.8 mi·9 min·Columbus-Lancaster Road Northwest
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on US 33
8.5 mi·10 min·Southeast Expressway
Use the straight lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto US 33
0.4 mi·31 sec·Southeast Expressway
Use the slight left lane.
15
Continue on US 33
0.1 mi·12 sec·College Avenue
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
16
Continue on US 33
0.3 mi·27 sec·College Avenue
Use the straight lane.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Exit 128AToward I 70 West: ColumbusUse the slight right lane.
18
Merge onto I 70
3.3 mi·4 min·East Freeway
19
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 101AToward I 71 North, US 40: Cleveland, Broad StreetUse the slight right lane.
20
Merge onto I 71
0.4 mi·32 sec·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight left at fork onto I 71
60 mi·1 hr 5 min·I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.4 mi·55 sec
Exit 169Toward SR 13: Mansfield, Bellville
23
Turn left onto SR 13
4.8 mi·7 min·SR 13
Use the straight lane.
24
Turn right onto US 42; SR 13
417 ft·17 sec·East 1st Street
25
Turn left onto SR 13
0.2 mi·26 sec·South Diamond Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
26
Turn left onto SR 430
381 ft·21 sec·Park Avenue East
Use the left lane.
27
Turn left onto South Main Street
60 ft·1 sec·South Main Street
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Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the turn-heavy nature of these local roads, plan to leave during daylight hours to ensure you have maximum visibility for every curve. Since there are no designated stops included in the 2h 22m duration, you have the flexibility to pull over whenever you need a break, though you should factor in extra time if you plan to stretch your legs. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge throughout the trip, as relying solely on local roads means you may encounter fewer large service centers than you would on a major highway. A smart strategy is to fill up your tank before departing Brookville to stay comfortably within your $21 fuel budget. Because this is a shorter route, use the absence of planned stops to your advantage by customizing your own pace to suit your personal comfort.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 69.7 miles from Brookville, OH, or about 1h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 60 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 31 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69.7 miles or 1h 29m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mansfield, OH than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Brookville, 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 Brookville, OH
This is one driving day of about 139.3 miles and 2h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Brookville, 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 60 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 39.1 and 139.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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39.1 mi into trip|~53m in|US 33 / Lancaster Bypass
Keep slight left at fork onto US 33 / Lancaster Bypass
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
8
69.5 mi into trip|~1h 29m in
Take the exit toward I 70 West: Columbus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 128A
Toward I 70 West: Columbus
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73.1 mi into trip|~1h 34m in
Take the exit toward I 71 North, US 40: Cleveland, Broad Street
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 101A
Toward I 71 North, US 40: Cleveland, Broad Stre...
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139.1 mi into trip|~2h 50m in|SR 13 / South Diamond Street
Turn left onto SR 13 / South Diamond Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
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139.2 mi into trip|~2h 51m in|SR 430 / Park Avenue East
Turn left onto SR 430 / Park Avenue East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.62 one way
$43.24 round trip
$3.94/gal25.4 MPG avg49 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.38
$23.99
$47.99
premium
$4.91
$26.92
$53.84
diesel
$5.61
$30.76
$61.51
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
41.8
0
$14.63
$6.69
Efficient EV
34.8
0
$12.19
$5.57
EV Truck/SUV
55.7
0
$19.50
$8.92
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Brookville, OH
Late night
in Brookville on Sunday
Local time
4:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Mansfield, OH
Late night
in Mansfield on Sunday
Local time
4:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°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
19 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
2h 51m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged throughout the entire 141.3-mile journey. You will navigate via South Plains Road, South North Plains Road, and North North Plains Road rather than cruising along high-speed interstates. Since the highway share for this route is 0%, you should anticipate a slower, more deliberate pace compared to typical freeway travel. The road transitions feel personal and steady, requiring your full attention as you wind through the local topography. Without any major highway stretches, the drive offers a continuous, hands-on experience from start to finish.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 60 mi on I 71.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 71 and US 33. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 39.1 miles in near US 33 / Lancaster Bypass.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 139.3 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 39.1 miles (US 33 / Lancaster Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 69.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 73.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 51m. Total distance: 139.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 60 miles on I 71. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Mansfield, OH before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 39.1 miles (US 33 / Lancaster Bypass): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 69.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 73.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Mansfield, OH before heading back.
