Origin
Lansing, MI
Morning in Lansing on Tuesday
Local time
9:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lansing, MI to Martin, MI
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 40m
Distance
88.2 mi
142 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 33m
★
6 AM
1h 41m
8 AM
1h 56m
10 AM
1h 46m
12 PM
1h 44m
3 PM
1h 47m
5 PM
1h 55m
8 PM
1h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Martin, MI
Gianluca Pugliese
Trip Overview
This 88.2-mile drive from Lansing to Martin, Michigan, is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 40 minutes. It's an ideal day trip, so you won't need to worry about overnight stays. The estimated fuel cost is around $14, making it an economical journey. You'll spend most of your time on major roadways like I-96 and US-131, with a brief portion on the Paul B. Henry Freeway. Given its efficiency and the fact that it stays within the Midwest region, this route is perfect for a quick, no-fuss excursion.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.1 miles from Lansing, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 96 | 44.5 mi | 47m |
| US 131 | 18.9 mi | 20m |
| Paul B. Henry Freeway | 7.8 mi | 8m |
| Ransom E Olds Freeway | 4.5 mi | 4m |
| I 69 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Kalamazoo Avenue Southeast | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| 84th Street Southeast | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| I 496 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 44.5 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lansing, MI and Martin, MI.
1
Start on Townsend Street
22 ft
·
6 sec
·
Townsend Street
2
Turn left onto West Allegan Street
412 ft
·
15 sec
·
West Allegan Street
3
Turn left onto South Walnut Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Walnut Street
4
Turn right onto West Saint Joseph Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
West Saint Joseph Street
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward I 496 West
6
Merge onto I 496
4.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Ransom E Olds Freeway
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 496
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 496
Toward I 69 North, I 96 West: Flint, Grand Rapids
8
Merge onto I 69; I 96
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
I 69; I 96
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
45 mi
·
47 min
·
I 96
Toward I 96 West: Grand Rapids
10
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 46
Toward M 6 West: Holland
Use the slight right lane.
11
Continue on M 6
7.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Paul B. Henry Freeway
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 11
Toward Kalamazoo Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 11
Toward Kalamazoo Avenue
14
Turn slight left onto Kalamazoo Avenue Southeast
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Kalamazoo Avenue Southeast
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on 84th Street Southeast
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
84th Street Southeast
16
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward US 131 South: Kalamazoo
17
Merge onto US 131
19 mi
·
20 min
·
US 131
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward M 222: Martin, Watson
19
Turn left onto M 222
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
116th Avenue
20
Continue on West Allegan Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Allegan Street
21
Turn right onto A-45
121 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Main Street
22
Arrive at destination
A-45
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 1 hour and 40-minute drive, you have a lot of flexibility. Leaving in the morning or afternoon works well, and since there are no required stops listed, you can make your own pace. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading out, as the $14 fuel cost is an estimate and gas prices can fluctuate. A practical tip for this route: be aware that you'll transition between different major highways, so double-check your GPS or signage as you move from I-96 to US-131 to ensure you're staying on track for Martin.
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 44.1 miles from Lansing, MI, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.5 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 19 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.1 miles or 49m 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 25m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Martin, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Lansing, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lansing, MI
This is one driving day of about 88.2 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Lansing, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 96 for about 44.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
44 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 44.1 miles from Lansing, 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 175 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 63.2 — 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 left onto West Allegan Street
Navigation decision point
6
5.6 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
I 496
Keep slight right at fork onto I 496 toward I 69 North, I 96 West: Flint, Grand Rapids
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 69 North, I 96 West: Flint, Grand Rapi...
7
54.2 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Take the exit toward M 6 West: Holland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 46
Toward M 6 West: Holland
7
62.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Take the exit toward Kalamazoo Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 11
Toward Kalamazoo Avenue
6
63.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Kalamazoo Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 11
Toward Kalamazoo Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.79 one way
$27.58 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $15.14 | $30.28 |
| premium | $4.89 | $16.97 | $33.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.47 | $38.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 30.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.5 | 0 | $9.26 | $4.23 |
| Efficient EV | 22.1 | 0 | $7.72 | $3.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.3 | 0 | $12.35 | $5.64 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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
Martin, MI
Morning in Martin on Tuesday
Local time
9:23 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
45°F
Carlton, MI
44 mi in
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
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 40m 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 predominantly highway experience, with 90% of the drive utilizing major freeways. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 44.5 miles on I-96, offering a chance to settle in for a bit. This route is largely about efficient travel, featuring a profile that's primarily highway-focused. While not characterized by winding backroads, the progression from I-96 to US-131 and then onto the Paul B. Henry Freeway provides a clear, direct path to your destination.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 44.5 mi on I 96.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and US 131. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Allegan Street.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 88.2 miles you will encounter 17 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 5.6 miles (I 496): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Lansing, MI and Martin, MI, road signs point toward Grand Rapids and M 6 West: Holland.
Grand Rapids
5.6 mi in
|
~7m
|
via I 496
M 6 West: Holland
54.2 mi in
|
~59m
About the Cities
Starting in Lansing, MI
Full guide →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.
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 1h 40m. Total distance: 88.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 44.5 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 Martin, 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: near the start (West Allegan Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.6 miles (I 496): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Martin, 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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