Origin
L'Anse, MI
Night in L'Anse on Saturday
Local time
10:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from L'Anse, MI to Alberta, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
12m
Distance
8.9 mi
14 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 12m
★
6 AM
0h 13m
8 AM
0h 15m
10 AM
0h 13m
12 PM
0h 13m
3 PM
0h 14m
5 PM
0h 15m
8 PM
0h 12m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
L'Anse, MI
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Alberta, MI
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Trip Overview
This quick 8.9-mile drive between L'Anse and Alberta, Michigan, takes about 12 minutes and is ideal for a single-day excursion. Primarily utilizing US 41, with brief segments on East Broad Street and Old US-41, this route offers a straightforward journey through the Midwest. With a minimal fuel cost estimated at $1, it's an economical option for a short hop. The drive-focused profile means you'll spend most of your time on well-maintained highways, making it a simple and efficient trip. Since it's such a short distance, you can easily incorporate it into a larger itinerary or enjoy it as a standalone outing.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 41 | 8.2 mi | 11m |
| East Broad Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Old US-41 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 41
— 8.2 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between L'Anse, MI and Alberta, MI.
1
Start on East Broad Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Broad Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 41
8.2 mi
·
11 min
·
US 41
3
Turn right
104 ft
·
7 sec
4
Turn right onto Old US-41
34 ft
·
1 sec
·
Old US-41
5
Turn slight right
23 ft
·
1 sec
6
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
3 of 33 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 8.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 41
At end of road, turn left onto US 41
Navigation decision point
3
8.8 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
4
8.8 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
Old US-41
Turn right onto Old US-41
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.39 one way
$2.78 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.53 | $3.06 |
| premium | $4.89 | $1.71 | $3.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.97 | $3.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.93 | $0.43 |
| Efficient EV | 2.2 | 0 | $0.78 | $0.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.25 | $0.57 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Alberta, MI
Night in Alberta on Saturday
Local time
10:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°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
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
12m 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 on this route, with 93% of your travel occurring on main roads like US 41. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 8.2 miles on US 41, offering a consistent pace. This drive is characterized by its efficiency, allowing you to cover the distance with minimal fuss. You'll experience a smooth transition between the main highway and the local road segments, maintaining a steady travel profile throughout the 12-minute journey.
93% 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: 8.2 mi on US 41.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 41 and East Broad Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near US 41.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from L'Anse, MI to Alberta, MI is easy. At 12m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (US 41): Navigation decision point; at 8.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 8.8 miles (Old US-41): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 12m. Total distance: 8.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 8.2 miles on US 41. 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 0.6 miles (US 41): Navigation decision point; at 8.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 8.8 miles (Old US-41): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Keweenaw National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Alberta, 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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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