Origin
Elmwood, MI
Night in Elmwood on Saturday
Local time
11:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Elmwood, MI to New Bristol Location, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
51m
Distance
35.7 mi
57 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
0h 59m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Elmwood, MI
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New Bristol Location, MI
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 35.7-mile drive from Elmwood to New Bristol Location, Michigan, is designed to be completed in about 51 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 94% of the journey on major roads. With an estimated fuel cost of just $6, this is an economical option for a short excursion within the Midwest region. You'll spend most of your time on US 2, Federal Forest Highway 16, and Lind Road, offering a convenient and efficient way to travel between these two Michigan points. Given its short length, no overnight stay is necessary.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 2 | 27.8 mi | 33m |
| Federal Forest Highway 16 | 4.9 mi | 8m |
| Lind Road | 1.5 mi | 5m |
| US 141 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| New Bristol Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 2
— 27.8 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elmwood, MI and New Bristol Location, MI.
1
Start on Federal Forest Highway 16
4.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Federal Forest Highway 16
2
Turn left onto US 2
28 mi
·
33 min
·
US 2
3
Turn left onto US 141
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 141
Use the left lane.
4
Turn left onto Lind Road
1.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Lind Road
5
Turn left onto New Bristol Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
New Bristol Road
6
Arrive at destination
New Bristol Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.8 miles from Elmwood, 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
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 4.9 and 35.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
4.9 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
US 2
Turn left onto US 2
Navigation decision point
5
32.7 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
US 141
Turn left onto US 141
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
33.7 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
Lind Road
Turn left onto Lind Road
Navigation decision point
3
35.1 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
New Bristol Road
Turn left onto New Bristol Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.58 one way
$11.16 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.13 | $12.26 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.87 | $13.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.88 | $15.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.75 | $1.71 |
| Efficient EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.12 | $1.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.00 | $2.28 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
New Bristol Location, MI
Night in New Bristol Location on Saturday
Local time
11:47 PM
CDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
51m 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 highway-focused experience for most of this 35.7-mile journey. With 94% of the route on main roads, you'll encounter a consistent driving pace. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll cover is 27.8 miles, primarily on US 2, allowing for a solid period of steady travel. While the profile indicates a highway focus, the inclusion of Federal Forest Highway 16 and Lind Road suggests a potential for varied scenery and road conditions as you transition from major routes to more localized roads. This mix offers a dynamic, yet efficient, driving experience.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
6 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27.8 mi on US 2.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 2 and Federal Forest Highway 16. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 4.9 miles in near US 2.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Elmwood, MI to New Bristol Location, MI is easy. At 51m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.9 miles (US 2): Navigation decision point; at 32.7 miles (US 141): Lane positioning matters here; at 33.7 miles (Lind Road): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 35.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 27.8 miles on US 2. 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: at 4.9 miles (US 2): Navigation decision point; at 32.7 miles (US 141): Lane positioning matters here; at 33.7 miles (Lind Road): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at New Bristol Location, 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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