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Trip from Carrollton, 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

2h 40m

Distance

121.9 mi

196 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min
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.

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Downtown Carrollton, MI, MI

Carrollton, MI

fish socks

city in Kent County, Michigan, United States

Wyoming, MI

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Trip Overview

This 121.9-mile drive from Carrollton to Wyoming, Michigan, will take approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes. It's a straightforward, single-day trip with a projected fuel cost of $19. The route primarily utilizes local roads like M 46 and Howard City Edmore Road Northeast, meaning you won't be on any major highways, with a 0% highway share. This makes it a more engaging, turn-heavy local drive perfect for a single day's adventure. With just one recommended stop, you can easily complete this journey without needing an overnight stay, making it a convenient option within the Midwest region.

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

60.9 miles from Carrollton, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 27m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
M 46 38.3 mi 40m
Howard City Edmore Road Northeast 21 mi 29m
Gratiot Road 16.7 mi 19m
West Monroe Road 11 mi 15m
East Monroe Road 10.4 mi 14m
Howard City Edmore Road 9.1 mi 12m
West Edgar Road 2 mi 2m
East Saginaw Street 1.6 mi 2m
Longest stretch: M 46 — 38.3 mi, about 40m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Carrollton, MI and Wyoming, MI.

1

Start on Jackson Street

196 ft · 13 sec · Jackson Street
2

Turn left onto Mapleridge Road

0.2 mi · 45 sec · Mapleridge Road
3

Turn right onto Carrollton Road

1.2 mi · 2 min · Carrollton Road
4

Turn right onto Weiss Street

0.3 mi · 54 sec · Weiss Street
5

Turn left onto Schaefer Street

0.3 mi · 43 sec · Schaefer Street
6

Continue on Hill Street

0.4 mi · 45 sec · Hill Street
7

Keep slight left at fork onto Hill Street

420 ft · 8 sec · Hill Street
8

Turn slight right

322 ft · 14 sec
9

Turn straight onto North Michigan Avenue

1.5 mi · 3 min · North Michigan Avenue
10

Turn slight right onto Gratiot Avenue

1.5 mi · 2 min · Gratiot Avenue
11

Continue on M 46

11 mi · 13 min · Gratiot Road
12

Continue on M 46

0.6 mi · 40 sec · East Saginaw Street
13

Continue on M 46

0.1 mi · 9 sec · North Saginaw Street
14

Continue on M 46

4.1 mi · 4 min · Gratiot Road
15

Continue on M 46

0.5 mi · 1 min · Saginaw Street
16

Continue on M 46

0.7 mi · 1 min · West Saginaw Street
17

Continue on M 46

1.2 mi · 1 min · Gratiot Road
18

Continue on M 46

5.0 mi · 7 min · East Monroe Road
19

Continue on M 46

1.0 mi · 2 min · East Saginaw Street
20

Continue on M 46

5.4 mi · 7 min · East Monroe Road
21

Continue on M 46

0.6 mi · 1 min · East Washington Street
22

Continue on US 127 BUS; M 46

0.6 mi · 1 min · West Washington Avenue
23

Continue on US 127 BUS; M 46

11 mi · 15 min · West Monroe Road
24

Continue on M 46

0.5 mi · 37 sec · Northwest Monroe Road
25

Continue on M 46

9.1 mi · 12 min · Howard City Edmore Road
26

Continue on M 46

1.3 mi · 2 min · East Main Street
27

Continue on M 46

0.2 mi · 20 sec · Howard City-Edmore Road
28

Continue on M 46

21 mi · 29 min · Howard City Edmore Road Northeast
29

Continue on M 46

2.0 mi · 2 min · West Edgar Road
30

Take the exit onto M 46

38 mi · 40 min · M 46
Toward US 131 South: Grand Rapids Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 44 sec
Exit 81 Toward M 11: 28th Street, Wyoming Use the straight / slight right lanes.
32

Turn right onto M 11

1.3 mi · 2 min · 28th Street Southwest
33

Turn left onto Burlingame Avenue Southwest

56 ft · 1 sec · Burlingame Avenue Southwest
34

Arrive at destination

Burlingame Avenue Southwest

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short 2 hour and 40 minute duration for this 121.9-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid any early rush and to allow for a leisurely pace. With only one recommended stop, you can easily manage your time. The fuel cost is estimated at $19, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before you set off. Keep an eye on your navigation as you'll be on local roads like M 46 for the longest stretch of 38.3 miles, which requires consistent attention to turns.

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 60.9 miles from Carrollton, MI, or about 1h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.3 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 27 miles or 38m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 60.9 miles or 1h 27m 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 15m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wyoming, MI than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Carrollton, MI 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 Carrollton, MI

This is one driving day of about 121.9 miles and 2h 40m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Carrollton, MI.
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 M 46 for about 38.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Edmore, MI, MI

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Edmore, MI

61 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

Breckenridge, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Edmore, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 60.9 miles from Carrollton, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Stardust Entertainment Center

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Saginaw, Michigan

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour

Hours: 12–11 pm

+19897936300

Visit website

Top Coffee Stop

Quickwater Coffee Roasters | Rockford

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Rockford, Michigan

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 104.5

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+16162551125

Visit website

Wildroast Coffee Co

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Grandville, Michigan

3 mi

Sip Coffee & Cocktails

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Grand Rapids, Michigan

3 mi

Stardust Entertainment Center

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour

Saginaw, Michigan

Hours: 12–11 pm

+19897936300

Visit website

That Early Bird

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 113.2

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+16162588350

Visit website

Quickwater Coffee Roasters | Rockford

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 104.5

Rockford, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+16162551125

Visit website

Wildroast Coffee Co

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 121.9

Grandville, Michigan

Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm

+16164312500

Visit website

Sip Coffee & Cocktails

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 121.9

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+16168053517

Visit website

Lantern Coffee Bar and Lounge

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 113.2

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+16169200209

Visit website

Lotus Brew Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 113.2

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+16164198613

Visit website

Qahwah House Coffee - Grand Rapids

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 113.2

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+16162449419

Visit website

The Bradbury Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 121.9

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

Visit website

Anderson & Girls Orchards

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 60.9

Stanton, Michigan

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+19898314228

Visit website

Pinball Land

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 104.5

Rockford, Michigan

Hours: 2–8 pm

Visit website

Airborne Adventure Park - Saginaw, MI

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Saginaw, Michigan

Hours: 4–8 pm

+19895960022

Visit website

Fish Ladder Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 113.2

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+16164563696

Visit website

Two Story Outhouse

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 52.2

Cedar Lake, Michigan

Frog Hollow

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 121.9

Wyoming, Michigan

Hours: Open 24 hours

+16165303164

Visit website

Marshall M Fredericks Sculpture Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour

University Center, Michigan

Hours: 11 am–5 pm

+19899647125

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 9

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 120.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Mapleridge Road

Turn left onto Mapleridge Road

Navigation decision point

4
1.7 mi into trip | ~4m in | Schaefer Street

Turn left onto Schaefer Street

Navigation decision point

4
2.5 mi into trip | ~6m in | Hill Street

Keep slight left at fork onto Hill Street

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

8
81.9 mi into trip | ~1h 56m in | M 46

Take the exit onto M 46 toward US 131 South: Grand Rapids

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward US 131 South: Grand Rapids
8
120.2 mi into trip | ~2h 37m 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

$19.06 one way

$38.12 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 43 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $20.92 $41.85
premium $4.89 $23.46 $46.92
diesel $5.61 $26.91 $53.83

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$19

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 42.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 36.6 0 $12.80 $5.85
Efficient EV 30.5 0 $10.67 $4.88
EV Truck/SUV 48.8 0 $17.07 $7.80

Gas CO2

43 kg

EV CO2

14 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Carrollton, MI

Late night in Carrollton on Sunday

Local time

12:35 AM

EDT

Current temp

45°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Wyoming, MI

Late night in Wyoming on Sunday

Local time

12:35 AM

EDT

Current temp

47°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

2 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

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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 121.9-mile journey, as indicated by its 0% highway share. You'll be navigating through familiar Michigan landscapes on roads like M 46 and Gratiot Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 38.3 miles on M 46, offering a consistent feel before you transition onto other local routes. This drive doesn't feature high-speed highway segments; instead, it's a more grounded experience, allowing you to get a feel for the local environment as you travel.

Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 38.3 mi on M 46.

How Hard Is This Drive?

3/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Mapleridge Road.

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 2h 40m drive. You will face about 9 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 (Mapleridge Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (Schaefer Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles (Hill Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

969 ft 588 ft

Total Climb

439 ft

Total Descent

382 ft

Highest Point

969 ft

~69.6 mi in

Elevation Range

382 ft

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 40m. Total distance: 121.9 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 (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 38.3 miles on M 46. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

The main spots that need attention: near the start (Mapleridge Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (Schaefer Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles (Hill Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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