This 74.2-mile drive from Haslett to Wyoming, Michigan, is a straightforward 1-hour and 31-minute journey, making it an ideal day trip. The route focuses heavily on interstate travel, with about 79% of the drive on highways, and you can expect a fuel cost of around $12. Since the trip is relatively short and entirely within the Midwest region of Michigan, there's no need to break it up with an overnight stay. This route is designed for efficient travel, getting you to your destination without much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.1 miles from Haslett, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 44m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 96
46.5 mi
49m
I 69
12.2 mi
13m
28th Street Southeast
8.6 mi
15m
Marsh Road
1.8 mi
4m
Haslett Road
0.4 mi
1m
Saginaw Highway
0.2 mi
<1m
I 69 BL
0.2 mi
<1m
Burlingame Avenue Southwest
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 46.5 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Haslett, MI and Wyoming, 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, LansingUse 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 81Toward I 96 WEST: Grand Rapids
12
Keep slight left at fork
1.3 mi·1 min
Exit 81Toward I 96 WEST: Grand Rapids
13
Merge onto I 96
46 mi·49 min·I 96
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 43AToward M 11 West: 28th StreetUse the slight right lane.
15
Turn straight onto M 11
8.6 mi·15 min·28th Street Southeast
Use the right lane.
16
Turn left onto Burlingame Avenue Southwest
56 ft·1 sec·Burlingame Avenue Southwest
17
Arrive at destination
Burlingame Avenue Southwest
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour and 31-minute duration, you have flexibility with your departure time. Leaving mid-morning can help you avoid peak commute traffic, especially as you approach the Grand Rapids area. With no designated stops, you can easily pull over for fuel or a quick break whenever you feel the need, though the $12 fuel cost suggests you won't need frequent fill-ups. A good tip for this route is to be aware of potential construction zones on I-96, as these can sometimes cause minor delays.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 37.1 miles from Haslett, MI, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 46.5 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 16 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.1 miles or 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 12m
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 Haslett, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Haslett, MI
This is one driving day of about 74.2 miles and 1h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Haslett, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 96 for about 46.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 2.6 and 65.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
2.6 mi into trip|~6m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
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
65.3 mi into trip|~1h 14m in
Take the exit toward M 11 West: 28th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 43A
Toward M 11 West: 28th Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.60 one way
$23.20 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg26 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$12.74
$25.47
premium
$4.89
$14.28
$28.56
diesel
$5.61
$16.38
$32.76
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26 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
22.3
0
$7.79
$3.56
Efficient EV
18.6
0
$6.49
$2.97
EV Truck/SUV
29.7
0
$10.39
$4.75
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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Haslett, MI
Morning
in Haslett on Tuesday
Local time
6:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
S 14 mph90% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued April 18 at 3:10AM EDT until April 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
Flash Flood Watch
Flash Flood Watch issued April 18 at 3:10AM EDT until April 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
Destination
Wyoming, MI
Morning
in Wyoming on Tuesday
Local time
6:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
SSW 13 mph78% chanceLive forecast
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued April 18 at 3:10AM EDT until April 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
Flash Flood Watch
Flash Flood Watch issued April 18 at 3:10AM EDT until April 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
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
4 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 31m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this trip, as it's built around major interstates like I-96 and I-69. The road offers a consistent pace for 46.5 miles on I-96, which is the longest uninterrupted stretch. While primarily interstate, you'll also encounter some travel on 28th Street Southeast, offering a slight change of scenery. Overall, the drive maintains a steady, efficient character, minimizing complexity and maximizing forward progress.
79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 46.5 mi on I 96.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 2.6 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 74.2 miles you will encounter 14 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 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; 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.
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 Haslett, MI to Wyoming, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Lansing along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 31m. Total distance: 74.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 46.5 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 Wyoming, 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 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; 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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Wyoming, MI before heading back.
