Origin
Birch Run, MI
Morning in Birch Run on Tuesday
Local time
7:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Birch Run, MI to Lansing, MI
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
68.6 mi
110 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Birch Run, MI
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Trip Overview
Birch Run to Lansing is 68.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 21 minutes via Chevrolet-Buick Freeway and I-69 BL, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Michigan, moving from the Midwest region to the same region. It's a straightforward drive, primarily on well-maintained highways, making it a convenient option for a quick journey. You'll find it to be a practical choice if you're looking for an efficient way to travel between these two Michigan locations, with minimal fuss and a predictable travel time. Expect a solid highway experience for most of the way.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet-Buick Freeway | 37.2 mi | 37m |
| I 75 | 17.8 mi | 19m |
| I 69 BL | 6.8 mi | 11m |
| Ransom E Olds Freeway | 1.9 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| South Walnut Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| US 127 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East Grand River Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
— 37.2 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Birch Run, MI and Lansing, MI.
1
Start on Maple Road
327 ft
·
9 sec
·
Maple Road
2
Turn left onto Main Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 75 South, US 23
Use the right lane.
4
Merge onto I 75; US 23
9.9 mi
·
10 min
·
I 75; US 23
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23
7.8 mi
·
8 min
·
I 75; US 23
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 117B-A
Toward I 69: Port Huron, Lansing
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 69: Port Huron, Lansing
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 117A
Toward I 69 East, I 69 West: Port Huron, Lansing
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 69 West: Lansing
10
Merge onto I 69
37 mi
·
37 min
·
Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
11
Take the exit onto I 69 BL
6.8 mi
·
11 min
·
I 69 BL
Toward BL I 69: East Lansing
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn straight onto I 69 BL; M 43
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
East Grand River Avenue
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left onto North Howard Avenue
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
North Howard Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward US 127 South
15
Merge onto US 127
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
·
US 127
16
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 77
Toward I 496 West: Downtown Lansing
Use the slight right lane.
17
Merge onto I 496
1.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Ransom E Olds Freeway
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 6
Toward Downtown
19
Turn right onto South Walnut Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Walnut Street
20
Turn right onto West Allegan Street
412 ft
·
12 sec
·
West Allegan Street
21
Turn right onto Townsend Street
22 ft
·
1 sec
·
Townsend Street
22
Arrive at destination
Townsend Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 34.3 miles from Birch Run, 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 205 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 65.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 South, US 23
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 75 South, US 23
6
18.9 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward I 69: Port Huron, Lansing
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 117B-A
Toward I 69: Port Huron, Lansing
6
19.1 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 69: Port Huron, Lansing
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 69: Port Huron, Lansing
7
19.5 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 69 East, I 69 West: Port Huron, Lansing
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 117A
Toward I 69 East, I 69 West: Port Huron, Lansin...
7
65.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward I 496 West: Downtown Lansing
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 77
Toward I 496 West: Downtown Lansing
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.72 one way
$21.45 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.78 | $23.55 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.20 | $26.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.15 | $30.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.20 | $3.29 |
| Efficient EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.00 | $2.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.4 | 0 | $9.60 | $4.39 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (67% 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 Tuesday
Local time
7:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
63°F
Perry, MI
34 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 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 21m 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 route is largely a highway-focused drive, with 93% of it on major roadways. The majority of your time will be spent on the Chevrolet-Buick Freeway and I-69 BL. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 37.2 miles on the Chevrolet-Buick Freeway, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. Expect a consistent driving experience, characteristic of interstate travel, with clear signage and generally smooth pavement. It's designed for efficiency rather than scenic detours.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.2 mi on Chevrolet-Buick Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Chevrolet-Buick Freeway and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 68.6 miles you will encounter 20 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 0.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Birch Run, MI to Lansing, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Bl I 69: East Lansing along the way.
Bl I 69: East Lansing
57.5 mi in
|
~1h 2m
|
via I 69 BL
About the Cities
Arriving in Lansing, MI
Full guide →Lansing is a pleasant city, and as Michigan's state capital, it is home to many government offices. Downtown Lansing has a historic shopping district amidst the campus of Thomas M. Cooley Law School.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 68.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37.2 miles on Chevrolet-Buick 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 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 0.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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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