Origin
Mayfield, MI
Morning in Mayfield on Tuesday
Local time
8:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mayfield, MI to Grand Rapids, 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
2h 19m
Distance
128.7 mi
207 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 10m
★
6 AM
2h 20m
8 AM
2h 39m
10 AM
2h 27m
12 PM
2h 25m
3 PM
2h 28m
5 PM
2h 38m
8 PM
2h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mayfield, MI
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Grand Rapids, MI
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Trip Overview
This 128.7-mile drive from Mayfield to Grand Rapids, Michigan, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 19 minutes. You'll be spending most of your time on North US 131 Highway, which makes up the bulk of this highway-focused journey. With a projected fuel cost of around $20, this route is an efficient option for a quick trip within the Midwest. The lack of designated stops suggests a straightforward drive where you can easily control your pace. Consider this a practical and direct option if you're looking to get from point A to point B without significant detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
64.3 miles from Mayfield, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 12m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North US 131 Highway | 113.4 mi | 1h 55m |
| East M 113 | 8.7 mi | 11m |
| Voice Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Clark Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| US 131 | 1 mi | 1m |
| South Garfield Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Ottawa Avenue Northwest | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Monroe Center Street Northwest | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North US 131 Highway
— 113.4 mi, about 1h 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mayfield, MI and Grand Rapids, MI.
1
Start on CR 611
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
South Garfield Road
2
Turn left onto Voice Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Voice Road
3
Continue on Clark Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Clark Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto M 113
8.7 mi
·
11 min
·
East M 113
5
Merge onto US 131
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
US 131
6
Continue on US 131
113 mi
·
1 hr 55 min
·
North US 131 Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 86A
Toward I 196 East: Lansing
Use the slight left lane.
8
Merge onto I 196
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Gerald R Ford Freeway
9
Take the exit
450 ft
·
11 sec
Exit 77C
Toward Ottawa Avenue, Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
416 ft
·
10 sec
Toward Downtown
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on Ottawa Avenue Northwest
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Ottawa Avenue Northwest
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Turn left onto Monroe Center Street Northwest
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Monroe Center Street Northwest
13
Turn right onto Division Avenue North
184 ft
·
10 sec
·
Division Avenue North
14
Turn right onto Fulton Street West
57 ft
·
1 sec
·
Fulton Street West
15
Arrive at destination
Fulton Street West
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 2-hour and 19-minute duration, this drive is perfectly suited for a single day trip, offering plenty of flexibility for departure times. You won't need to plan for overnight stays. While there are no specific stops recommended, consider a brief pause around the 100-mile mark if you feel the need to stretch your legs, especially during the long 113.4-mile stretch on North US 131 Highway. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $20, and plan your refueling accordingly before you leave Mayfield or upon arrival in Grand Rapids.
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 64.3 miles from Mayfield, MI, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 113.4 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 28 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 64.3 miles or 1h 12m 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 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Grand Rapids, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Mayfield, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Mayfield, MI
This is one driving day of about 128.7 miles and 2h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Mayfield, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on North US 131 Highway for about 113.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 64.3 miles from Mayfield, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before North US 131 Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 113.4 miles.
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 105 decision points cluster between mile 4.4 and 128.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
4.4 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
M 113 / East M 113
At end of road, turn left onto M 113 / East M 113
Navigation decision point
7
127.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 16m in
Take the exit toward I 196 East: Lansing
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 86A
Toward I 196 East: Lansing
9
127.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 17m 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
8
128 mi into trip
|
~2h 17m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Downtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Downtown
5
128.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 19m in
|
Fulton Street West
Turn right onto Fulton Street West
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.12 one way
$40.24 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $22.09 | $44.18 |
| premium | $4.89 | $24.77 | $49.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.42 | $56.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.6 | 0 | $13.51 | $6.18 |
| Efficient EV | 32.2 | 0 | $11.26 | $5.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51.5 | 0 | $18.02 | $8.24 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Grand Rapids, MI
Morning in Grand Rapids on Tuesday
Local time
8:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Widespread Fog
WSW 2 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Dense Fog Advisory
Dense Fog Advisory issued April 17 at 2:51AM EDT until April 17 at 10:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
Dense Fog Advisory
Dense Fog Advisory issued April 17 at 2:46AM EDT until April 17 at 10:00AM EDT by NWS Detroit/Pontiac 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
11 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
2h 19m 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?
Expect a predominantly highway experience on this route, with 89% of the drive taking place on faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch measures 113.4 miles on North US 131 Highway, offering a consistent driving pace for a significant portion of your trip. You'll transition onto East M 113 and Voice Road at different points, but the overall character remains highway-focused. This means you'll likely encounter less traffic and fewer complex intersections compared to more rural or urban routes, allowing for a smooth and predictable journey.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 113.4 mi on North US 131 Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on North US 131 Highway and East M 113. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.4 miles in near M 113 / East M 113.
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 128.7 miles you will encounter 10 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 4.4 miles (M 113 / East M 113): Navigation decision point; at 127.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 127.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
About the Cities
Arriving in Grand Rapids, MI
Full guide →Not to be confused with Grand Rapids, Minnesota. Grand Rapids is in West Michigan, in the United States. Grand Rapids is the second largest city in Michigan with a population of just under 200,000 in the city limits (2018), and nearly 570,000 in the surrounding county (2010). The federal West Michigan metropolitan area, which includes Grand Rapids, Muskegon, and Holland (and some intervening farmland), has 1.4 million people (2010).
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 2h 19m. Total distance: 128.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 113.4 miles on North US 131 Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.4 miles (M 113 / East M 113): Navigation decision point; at 127.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 127.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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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