Origin
Mansfield, OH
Late night in Mansfield on Sunday
Local time
12:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mansfield, OH to Clayton, OH
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 40m
Distance
141.4 mi
227 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 30m
★
6 AM
2h 41m
8 AM
3h 2m
10 AM
2h 48m
12 PM
2h 46m
3 PM
2h 49m
5 PM
3h 1m
8 PM
2h 34m
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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Clayton, OH
Jovan Vasiljević
Trip Overview
Mansfield, OH to Clayton, OH is 141.4 miles and takes about 2h 40m via West Freeway and I 71, with a fuel budget near $22 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, entirely within Ohio, making it a straightforward journey. Expect a drive that's predominantly highway, so it's a quick connection between these two points. Given the relatively short distance and the highway-focused profile, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion. You'll be moving efficiently across the state.
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
70.7 miles from Mansfield, OH
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 21m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Freeway | 71.2 mi | 1h 18m |
| I 71 | 58.2 mi | 1h 3m |
| South Main Street | 4.6 mi | 7m |
| I 670 | 4.5 mi | 5m |
| SR 49 | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Salem Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Brookville Salem Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Northeast Freeway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West Freeway
— 71.2 mi, about 1h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mansfield, OH and Clayton, 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
58 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
I 71
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 109A
Toward I 670 East, I 670 West: Airport, Dayton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 670 West: Dayton
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto I 670
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Northeast Freeway
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 670
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
I 670
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 70
71 mi
·
1 hr 18 min
·
West Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit onto SR 49
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
SR 49
Exit 24
Toward SR 49 North: Phillipsburg, Greenville
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 49
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
SR 49
Toward SR 49 North: Phillipsburg, Greenville
11
Turn right
327 ft
·
9 sec
12
Continue on Brookville Salem Road
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Brookville Salem Road
13
Continue on West Salem Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Salem Street
14
Turn left onto Talmadge Road
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Talmadge Road
15
Arrive at destination
Talmadge Road
Trip Plan
With a duration of just under 3 hours, you have a lot of flexibility for when to depart. Leaving in the morning means you'll arrive with plenty of daylight to spare. The $22 fuel cost is a reasonable estimate for this 141.4-mile trip, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before you head out. Since the longest stretch is over 70 miles, plan for a single fuel or rest stop if needed, perhaps around the midpoint. Given the highway nature, keep an eye on the I 71 signage as you approach your destination in Clayton.
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 70.7 miles from Mansfield, OH, or about 1h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71.2 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 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 70.7 miles or 1h 21m 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 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clayton, 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 141.4 miles and 2h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 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 West Freeway for about 71.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
71 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 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 70.7 miles from Mansfield, OH, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before West Freeway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 71.2 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 63.4 and 140.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
63.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward I 670 East, I 670 West: Airport, Dayton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 109A
Toward I 670 East, I 670 West: Airport, Dayton
7
63.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 670 West: Dayton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 670 West: Dayton
6
64.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
I 670
Keep slight right at fork onto I 670
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
139.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 37m in
|
SR 49
Take the exit onto SR 49 toward SR 49 North: Phillipsburg, Greenville
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 24
Toward SR 49 North: Phillipsburg, Greenville
6
140.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 38m in
|
SR 49
Keep slight right at fork onto SR 49 toward SR 49 North: Phillipsburg, Greenville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 49 North: Phillipsburg, Greenville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.94 one way
$43.89 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
50 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.38 | $24.36 | $48.71 |
| premium | $4.91 | $27.33 | $54.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $31.22 | $62.44 |
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: 49.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 42.4 | 0 | $14.85 | $6.79 |
| Efficient EV | 35.4 | 0 | $12.37 | $5.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 56.6 | 0 | $19.80 | $9.05 |
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (65% 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
Clayton, OH
Late night in Clayton on Sunday
Local time
12:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 40m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
6 mi from route
~14 min detour
Free
near mile 126.7
View on nps.gov
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
~31 min detour
Free
near mile 117
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is largely a highway-focused drive, with 95% of the journey on major roads. You'll spend most of your time on West Freeway and I 71, experiencing a consistent pace. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 71.2 miles on West Freeway, meaning you can settle in for a good period without significant changes in road type. This profile suggests a straightforward driving experience, characterized by high-speed travel and minimal distractions from local traffic or complex intersections.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 71.2 mi on West Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on West Freeway and I 71. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 63.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
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 12 significant decision points across 141.4 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 63.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 63.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.2 miles (I 670): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Clayton, OH, road signs begin pointing toward Dayton along the way.
Dayton
63.4 mi in
|
~1h 12m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 40m. Total distance: 141.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 71.2 miles on West Freeway. 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 Clayton, 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 63.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 63.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 64.2 miles (I 670): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Dayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park and Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Clayton, OH 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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