Origin
Big Rapids, MI
Late night in Big Rapids on Sunday
Local time
3:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Big Rapids, MI to Wyoming, 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 8m
Distance
61.8 mi
99 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Big Rapids, MI
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Wyoming, MI
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Trip Overview
Connecting Big Rapids to Wyoming, Michigan, this 61.8-mile journey is a straightforward trek through the heart of the Midwest. You can expect to spend about 57 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. Navigating this route will cost you roughly $9 in fuel, keeping it a budget-friendly option for your travel plans. Since the drive is quite short, you have plenty of flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. It is a practical, no-nonsense connection between these two Michigan communities that avoids the complexity of long-haul travel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| BUS US 131 | 57.4 mi | 59m |
| Perry Avenue | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| 28th Street Southwest | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| South State Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Maple Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Burlingame Avenue Southwest | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
BUS US 131
— 57.4 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Big Rapids, MI and Wyoming, MI.
1
Start on this road
16 ft
·
1 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
112 ft
·
13 sec
3
Turn left onto M 20
127 ft
·
11 sec
·
Maple Street
4
Turn left onto BUS US 131; M 20
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South State Street
5
Turn right onto BUS US 131; M 20
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Perry Avenue
6
Take the ramp onto BUS US 131; M 20
57 mi
·
59 min
·
BUS US 131; M 20
Toward US 131 SOUTH, M 20 WEST: Grand Rapids
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 81
Toward M 11: 28th Street, Wyoming
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn right onto M 11
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
28th Street Southwest
9
Turn left onto Burlingame Avenue Southwest
56 ft
·
1 sec
·
Burlingame Avenue Southwest
10
Arrive at destination
Burlingame Avenue Southwest
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.9 miles from Big Rapids, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 60.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
M 20 / Maple Street
Turn left onto M 20 / Maple Street
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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BUS US 131; M 20 / South State Street
Turn left onto BUS US 131; M 20 / South State Street
Navigation decision point
6
2.7 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
BUS US 131; M 20
Take the ramp onto BUS US 131; M 20 toward US 131 SOUTH, M 20 WEST: Grand Rapids
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 131 SOUTH, M 20 WEST: Grand Rapids
8
60.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward M 11: 28th Street, Wyoming
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 81
Toward M 11: 28th Street, Wyoming
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.66 one way
$19.32 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.61 | $21.22 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.89 | $23.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.64 | $27.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.5 | 0 | $6.49 | $2.97 |
| Efficient EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.41 | $2.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.7 | 0 | $8.65 | $3.96 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Wyoming, MI
Late night in Wyoming on Sunday
Local time
3:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Rockford, MI
31 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
5 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
1h 8m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous highway cruise, as this route features zero percent highway travel. You will navigate through local thoroughfares like Maple Street, South State Street, and Perry Avenue to reach your destination. Because the path relies entirely on local roads, you should prepare for a more engaged driving experience with frequent turns and changing road conditions. There are no long, uninterrupted stretches here, so keep your focus on the road as you transition through the various local segments. This is a hands-on trip that keeps you active behind the wheel throughout the entire 61.8-mile distance.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 57.4 mi on BUS US 131.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on BUS US 131 and Perry Avenue. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 8m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (M 20 / Maple Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (BUS US 131; M 20 / South State Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 61.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 57.4 miles on BUS US 131. 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (M 20 / Maple Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (BUS US 131; M 20 / South State Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Wyoming, 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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