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Benton, MI Road Trips

Sitting in the Midwest, Benton, MI is a local road trip base with 6 trip routes mapped and ready to explore. Most drives stay under 64 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Routes from Benton, MI spread mainly east and north, covering a wide geographic range.

Downtown Benton, MI, MI

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Trip Routes

6

Longest Drive

150.4 mi

Grand Rapids, MI

Quickest Drive

23m

Ann Arbor, MI

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Trips from Benton, MI

Driving from Benton, MI

Expect an average of 64 miles and about 1h 18m behind the wheel when leaving Benton, MI. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 150 miles (2h 49m), while the shortest is just 14 miles.

Popular Destinations

The most popular drives from Benton, MI include Grand Rapids, MI (150.4 mi, 2h 49m), Sterling Heights, MI (68.1 mi, 1h 26m), Detroit, MI (50.4 mi, 1h 3m), Livonia, MI (39.2 mi, 48m), and Ann Arbor, MI (13.9 mi, 23m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in MI currently averages around $3.77 per gallon. For the typical 64-mile trip from Benton, MI, budget about $9 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

Routes tend to go east, so afternoon departures put the sun at your back on the return leg. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 5 mapped routes leaving Benton, MI and 1 routes heading into Benton, MI, covering 6 total connections. Distances range from 14 to 150 miles.

The longest mapped route from Benton, MI covers 150 miles and takes approximately 2h 49m. Shorter options start at just 14 miles.

The average route from Benton, MI runs about 64 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 18m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 64-mile trip from Benton, MI costs roughly $9 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Benton, MI include Grand Rapids, MI, Sterling Heights, MI, Detroit, MI and Livonia, MI. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

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