Origin
Mansfield, MI
Late night in Mansfield on Sunday
Local time
1:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mansfield, MI to Tobin Location, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
16m
Distance
10.9 mi
17 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 15m
★
6 AM
0h 17m
8 AM
0h 20m
10 AM
0h 18m
12 PM
0h 18m
3 PM
0h 18m
5 PM
0h 20m
8 PM
0h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mansfield, MI
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Tobin Location, MI
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Trip Overview
This short 10.9-mile drive from Mansfield to Tobin Location in Michigan will take you about 16 minutes to complete. It's a perfect candidate for a day trip, requiring just one of your recommended days. With a minimal fuel cost of around $2, this route is very budget-friendly. You'll primarily be on M 69 and Crystal Avenue, with a final stretch on Tobin-Alpha Road. Expect a turn-heavy local driving experience as you navigate through the Midwest region of Michigan. This is a straightforward trip for when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| M 69 | 9.3 mi | 13m |
| Crystal Avenue | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Tobin-Alpha Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| North 5th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
M 69
— 9.3 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mansfield, MI and Tobin Location, MI.
1
Start on M 69
9.3 mi
·
13 min
·
M 69
2
Turn right onto US 2; US 141
381 ft
·
12 sec
·
North 5th Street
Use the right lane.
3
Turn left onto US 2; US 141
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Crystal Avenue
4
Turn left onto Tobin-Alpha Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Tobin-Alpha Road
Use the left lane.
5
Arrive at destination
Tobin-Alpha Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 9.3 and 10.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
9.3 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
US 2; US 141 / North 5th Street
Turn right onto US 2; US 141 / North 5th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
9.4 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
US 2; US 141 / Crystal Avenue
Turn left onto US 2; US 141 / Crystal Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
10.5 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
Tobin-Alpha Road
Turn left onto Tobin-Alpha Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.70 one way
$3.41 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.87 | $3.74 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.10 | $4.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.41 | $4.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.14 | $0.52 |
| Efficient EV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.95 | $0.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.53 | $0.70 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Tobin Location, MI
Late night in Tobin Location on Sunday
Local time
1:02 AM
CDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
23 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
16m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
The drive from Mansfield to Tobin Location is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive' with no highway miles. You'll encounter numerous turns, so keep your attention focused. The longest continuous stretch you'll experience is 9.3 miles on M 69, offering a brief period of steady travel before more local roads take over. This route prioritizes navigating through local areas over high-speed travel, making it a more intimate journey through the landscape.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
5 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.3 mi on M 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 9.3 miles in near US 2; US 141 / North 5th Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Mansfield, MI to Tobin Location, MI is easy. At 16m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.3 miles (US 2; US 141 / North 5th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.4 miles (US 2; US 141 / Crystal Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 10.5 miles (Tobin-Alpha Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 16m. Total distance: 10.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9.3 miles on M 69. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 9.3 miles (US 2; US 141 / North 5th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 9.4 miles (US 2; US 141 / Crystal Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 10.5 miles (Tobin-Alpha Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Tobin Location, MI before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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