Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
24m
Distance
18.5 mi
30 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Grand Rapids, MI
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Coopersville, MI
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This straightforward 18.5-mile drive from Grand Rapids to Coopersville, Michigan, is easily manageable in about 24 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. Primarily utilizing I-96 and US-131, with a brief section on East Randall Street, this route is heavily highway-focused. With an estimated fuel cost of just $3, it’s a budget-friendly option for a quick local excursion within the Midwest. You won't need an overnight stay for this short journey; it's perfect for a spontaneous outing or an errand run.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 96 | 11.6 mi | 12m |
| US 131 | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| East Randall Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Ironwood Drive | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Fulton Street West | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South 48th Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Market Avenue Southwest | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Mill Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Grand Rapids, MI and Coopersville, MI.
Start on Fulton Street West
Turn left onto Market Avenue Southwest
Take the ramp
Merge onto US 131
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 96
Take the exit
Turn right onto South 48th Avenue
Turn left onto Ironwood Drive
Continue on East Randall Street
Turn right onto Mill Street
Continue on Danforth Street
Turn right onto Ottawa Street
Turn right onto Main Street
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 16.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the ramp toward US 131 North: Cadillac
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto US 131
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 96, M 37: Muskegon, Lansing
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 96: Muskegon
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Take the exit toward Lamont, Coopersville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$2.89 one way
$5.78 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.18 | $6.35 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.56 | $7.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.08 | $8.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.94 | $0.89 |
| Efficient EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.62 | $0.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.59 | $1.18 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Grand Rapids on Sunday
Local time
3:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Late night in Coopersville on Sunday
Local time
3:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a highway-centric experience for about 80% of this 18.5-mile trip. You'll spend a good portion of your time on I-96, including the longest uninterrupted stretch of 11.6 miles. This section offers a consistent pace, characteristic of interstates. The transition onto US-131 and then East Randall Street will introduce you to local road segments, offering a slight change in scenery and traffic flow as you approach Coopersville. Overall, it’s a practical drive focused on efficient travel.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and US 131. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in.
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 18.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 24m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (US 131): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Grand Rapids, MI and Coopersville, MI, road signs point toward M 37: Muskegon, Lansing and Lamont.
M 37: Muskegon
Lansing
Lamont
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 24m. Total distance: 18.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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