Origin
Haslett, MI
Late night in Haslett on Sunday
Local time
1:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Haslett, MI to Grand Rapids, 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 27m
Distance
75.3 mi
121 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
★
6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Haslett, MI
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Grand Rapids, MI
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Trip Overview
Haslett, MI to Grand Rapids, MI is 75.3 miles and takes about 1h 27m via I 96 and I 69, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within Michigan, traveling through the Midwest region. It's a straightforward, highway-focused drive that makes for an easy day trip. If you're looking for a quick connection between these two Michigan cities without much fuss, this is a solid choice. The drive is short enough that you can easily plan it around your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 96 | 52.1 mi | 55m |
| I 69 | 12.2 mi | 13m |
| Gerald R Ford Freeway | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| Marsh Road | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| Ottawa Avenue Northwest | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Haslett Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Saginaw Highway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| I 69 BL | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 52.1 mi, about 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Haslett, MI and Grand Rapids, MI.
1
Start on Haslett Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Haslett Road
2
Turn right onto Marsh Road
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Marsh Road
3
Turn straight onto I 69 BL
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Saginaw Highway
4
Take the ramp onto I 69 BL
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
I 69 BL
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
6
Merge onto I 69
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
I 69
Toward I 69 West: Fort Wayne
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
25 sec
Toward US 127: Clare, Lansing
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
10
Merge onto I 69
7.2 mi
·
7 min
·
I 69
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 81
Toward I 96 WEST: Grand Rapids
12
Keep slight left at fork
1.3 mi
·
1 min
Exit 81
Toward I 96 WEST: Grand Rapids
13
Merge onto I 96
52 mi
·
55 min
·
I 96
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 196
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Gerald R Ford Freeway
Exit 37
Toward I 196: Downtown Grand Rapids, Holland
15
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 77C
Toward Ottawa Avenue, Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
16
Continue on Ottawa Avenue Northwest
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Ottawa Avenue Northwest
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Turn left onto Monroe Center Street Northwest
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Monroe Center Street Northwest
18
Turn right onto Division Avenue North
184 ft
·
10 sec
·
Division Avenue North
19
Turn right onto Fulton Street West
57 ft
·
1 sec
·
Fulton Street West
20
Arrive at destination
Fulton Street West
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.7 miles from Haslett, 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 165 decision points cluster between mile 8.4 and 74.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
8.4 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the exit toward US 127: Clare, Lansing
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 127: Clare, Lansing
5
17.2 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the exit toward I 96 WEST: Grand Rapids
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 81
Toward I 96 WEST: Grand Rapids
6
17.5 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 96 WEST: Grand Rapids
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 81
Toward I 96 WEST: Grand Rapids
7
70.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
|
I 196 / Gerald R Ford Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 196 / Gerald R Ford Freeway toward I 196: Downtown Grand Rapids, Holland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 37
Toward I 196: Downtown Grand Rapids, Holland
8
74.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Take the exit toward Ottawa Avenue, Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 77C
Toward Ottawa Avenue, Downtown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.77 one way
$23.54 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.93 | $25.85 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.49 | $28.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.63 | $33.25 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.91 | $3.61 |
| Efficient EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.59 | $3.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.1 | 0 | $10.54 | $4.82 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Grand Rapids, MI
Late night in Grand Rapids on Sunday
Local time
1:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
SSW 13 mph
97% chance
Live forecast
43°F
Portland, MI
38 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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 27m on the road
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.
What kind of drive is this?
This is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 90% of the journey taking place on major roadways like I 96 and I 69. You'll experience a consistent pace for much of the trip, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 52.1 miles on I 96. Expect a smooth ride on these interstates, making it easy to cover ground efficiently. While the highway dominates, there might be brief transitions as you enter and exit your starting and ending points.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 52.1 mi on I 96.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and I 69. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.4 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 75.3 miles you will encounter 16 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 8.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 17.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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.
Between Haslett, MI and Grand Rapids, MI, road signs point toward Lansing and Holland.
Lansing
8.4 mi in
|
~13m
Holland
70.9 mi in
|
~1h 20m
|
via I 196
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 75.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 52.1 miles on I 96. 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 Grand Rapids, 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 8.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 17.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Grand Rapids, 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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