Origin
Allen, MI
Morning in Allen on Sunday
Local time
10:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Allen, MI to Lansing, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
70.4 mi
113 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Allen, MI
Yaroslav Shuraev
Trip Overview
Allen, MI to Lansing, MI is 70.4 miles and takes about 1 hour 26 minutes via BUS US 127, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day trip connecting two points within Michigan's Midwest region. Expect a mixed drive that balances highway speeds with more local road conditions. The relatively short duration and manageable cost make this a convenient option for a quick transit or a day trip extension. You'll find the journey to be practical, with most of the driving on well-established roads.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| BUS US 127 | 32.7 mi | 35m |
| Moscow Road | 11.4 mi | 15m |
| East Chicago Road | 9.5 mi | 12m |
| West Chicago Road | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| M-60 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Ransom E Olds Freeway | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| Spring Arbor Road | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| I 94 | 2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
BUS US 127
— 32.7 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Allen, MI and Lansing, MI.
1
Start on US 12; M 49
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
East Chicago Street
2
Continue on US 12; M 49
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
West Chicago Road
3
Continue on US 12
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
·
West Chicago Street
4
Continue on US 12; M 99
9.5 mi
·
12 min
·
East Chicago Road
5
Turn left onto Moscow Road
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Moscow Road
6
Merge onto M 60
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Spring Arbor Road
7
Turn straight onto M 60
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
M-60
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Toward I 94 East: Detroit
9
Merge onto I 94
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
I 94
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 138
Toward US 127 North, M 50: Lansing, Jackson
11
Keep slight left at fork
441 ft
·
11 sec
Toward US 127 North: Lansing
12
Turn straight onto BUS US 127; M 50
33 mi
·
35 min
·
BUS US 127; M 50
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 496
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Ransom E Olds Freeway
Toward I 496 West: Downtown Lansing
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 6
Toward Downtown
15
Turn right onto South Walnut Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Walnut Street
16
Turn right onto West Allegan Street
412 ft
·
12 sec
·
West Allegan Street
17
Turn right onto Townsend Street
22 ft
·
1 sec
·
Townsend Street
18
Arrive at destination
Townsend Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.2 miles from Allen, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 115 decision points cluster between mile 31.7 and 69.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
31.7 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 94 East: Detroit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 94 East: Detroit
6
34.1 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Take the exit toward US 127 North, M 50: Lansing, Jackson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 138
Toward US 127 North, M 50: Lansing, Jackson
6
34.4 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 127 North: Lansing
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 127 North: Lansing
5
67.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
|
I 496 / Ransom E Olds Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 496 / Ransom E Olds Freeway toward I 496 West: Downtown Lansing
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 496 West: Downtown Lansing
5
69.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Take the exit toward Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 6
Toward Downtown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.01 one way
$22.01 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.08 | $24.17 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.55 | $27.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.54 | $31.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.1 | 0 | $7.39 | $3.38 |
| Efficient EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.16 | $2.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.2 | 0 | $9.86 | $4.51 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Lansing, MI
Morning in Lansing on Sunday
Local time
10:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
47°F
Jackson, MI
35 mi in
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 26m 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?
This 70.4-mile journey offers a mixed driving experience, with 53% of the route utilizing highway conditions. You'll encounter stretches of BUS US 127, Moscow Road, and East Chicago Road, which contribute to the varied feel of the drive. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll navigate is 32.7 miles on BUS US 127, providing a solid segment of consistent travel. As you progress, the character shifts, moving from potentially quicker highway portions to more localized roads closer to your destination. Be prepared for these transitions to keep your driving focused.
53% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32.7 mi on BUS US 127.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 31.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 70.4 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 31.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 34.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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.
Between Allen, MI and Lansing, MI, road signs point toward M 50: Lansing and Jackson.
M 50: Lansing
34.1 mi in
|
~45m
Jackson
34.1 mi in
|
~45m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 70.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (53%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 32.7 miles on BUS US 127. 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 Lansing, MI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 31.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 34.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Lansing, 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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