Origin
Lansing, MI
Morning in Lansing on Saturday
Local time
8:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lansing, MI to Leoni, MI
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 5, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
57m
Distance
45.4 mi
73 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lansing, MI
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Leoni, MI
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Trip Overview
Lansing to Leoni is 45.4 miles and takes about 57 minutes via US 127, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This quick trip stays within the Midwest region, specifically Michigan for both departure and arrival. Expect a straightforward drive that primarily utilizes a major highway, making it a very accessible option for a short hop. It's a practical choice if you need to get from point A to point B without much fuss or a long time commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 127 | 37.6 mi | 41m |
| East Michigan Avenue | 6.7 mi | 13m |
| South Howard Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Allegan Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Ann Arbor Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Washington Square South | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Bender Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Townsend Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 127
— 37.6 mi, about 41m
Traffic on I-496
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 12 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,181 veh/hr typical · worst 3,038
Quietest
2 AM
~106 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
20.6×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 100 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lansing, MI and Leoni, MI.
1
Start on Townsend Street
22 ft
·
3 sec
·
Townsend Street
2
Turn right onto West Allegan Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
West Allegan Street
3
Turn left onto Washington Square South
339 ft
·
11 sec
·
Washington Square South
4
Enter roundabout onto East Michigan Avenue
20 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Michigan Avenue
5
Continue on East Michigan Avenue
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
East Michigan Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn right onto South Howard Avenue
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
South Howard Avenue
7
Take the ramp
440 ft
·
10 sec
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward I 496 EAST, US 127 SOUTH
9
Merge onto US 127
33 mi
·
35 min
·
US 127
10
Take the ramp onto US 127
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
US 127
Toward I 94, US 127: Detroit
11
Take the exit onto US 127
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
US 127
Toward US 127 South: Hudson
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 94 Business: Michigan Avenue
13
Turn sharp left onto I 94 BL
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
Ann Arbor Road
14
Turn right onto Bender Street
300 ft
·
11 sec
·
Bender Street
15
Turn left onto East Michigan Avenue
4.6 mi
·
8 min
·
East Michigan Avenue
16
Arrive at destination
East Michigan Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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
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 145 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 40.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
West Allegan Street
Turn right onto West Allegan Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Washington Square South
Turn left onto Washington Square South
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Michigan Avenue
Enter roundabout onto East Michigan Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
2.6 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 496 EAST, US 127 SOUTH
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 496 EAST, US 127 SOUTH
6
40.6 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
I 94 BL / Ann Arbor Road
Turn sharp left onto I 94 BL / Ann Arbor Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.04 one way
$14.08 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.32 | $7.72 | $15.44 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.81 | $17.62 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $10.01 | $20.02 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.77 | $2.18 |
| Efficient EV | 11.4 | 0 | $3.97 | $1.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.36 | $2.91 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Leoni, MI
Morning in Leoni on Saturday
Local time
8:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
53°F
Mason, MI
23 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
1 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
57m 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?
This drive is mostly highway, with 83% of the 45.4 miles on freeways. You'll experience a long stretch of 37.6 miles on US 127, which means plenty of cruising with fewer turns. The route transitions to surface roads for the remaining miles, so be prepared for a change in pace and potentially more intersections as you near your destination.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.6 mi on US 127.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 127 and East Michigan Avenue. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Allegan Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 45.4 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: near the start (West Allegan Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Washington Square South): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (East Michigan Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,002 ft
853 ft
Total Climb
226 ft
Total Descent
96 ft
Highest Point
1,002 ft
~42.2 mi in
Elevation Range
149 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Lansing, MI
Full guide →Founded 1835
Lansing is a pleasant city, and as Michigan's state capital, it is home to many government offices. Downtown Lansing has a historic shopping district amidst the campus of Thomas M. Cooley Law School.
Top landmarks
- • Michigan State Capitol — state capitol building of the U.S. state of Michigan
- • Boji Tower — building in Lansing, Michigan, United States completed in 1931
- • Accident Fund Building — office building and former power plant in Lansing, Michigan, US
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 45.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37.6 miles on US 127. 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: near the start (West Allegan Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Washington Square South): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (East Michigan Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Leoni, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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