Origin
Muskegon Heights, MI
Morning in Muskegon Heights on Sunday
Local time
6:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Muskegon Heights, MI to Wyoming, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
48m
Distance
39 mi
63 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Muskegon Heights, MI
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Wyoming, MI
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Trip Overview
Muskegon Heights, MI to Wyoming, MI is 39 miles and takes about 48 minutes via I 96, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward drive keeps you within the Midwest region, specifically within Michigan. It’s a short hop, ideal for a quick transition between locations without much fuss. Think of it as a practical connection rather than a destination drive, perfect for when you just need to get from point A to point B efficiently. The route is predominantly highway, making it a predictable and speedy option.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 96 | 23.8 mi | 25m |
| Wilson Avenue Southwest | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Wilson Avenue Northwest | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| 28th Street Southwest | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| M 11 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| South Getty Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Seaway Drive | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Broadway Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 23.8 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Muskegon Heights, MI and Wyoming, MI.
1
Start on East Broadway Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Broadway Avenue
2
Turn right onto South Getty Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
South Getty Street
3
Take the ramp
364 ft
·
10 sec
4
Merge onto US 31 BUS
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Seaway Drive
5
Continue on I 96
24 mi
·
25 min
·
I 96
6
Take the exit onto M 11
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
M 11
Exit 24
Toward M 11: Walker, Grandville
Use the slight right lane.
7
Continue on M 11
0.7 mi
·
55 sec
·
Remembrance Road Northwest
8
Enter roundabout onto M 11
10 ft
·
0 sec
·
Wilson Avenue Northwest
9
Continue on M 11
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Wilson Avenue Northwest
10
Continue on M 11
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Wilson Avenue Southwest
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on M 11
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
28th Street Southwest
12
Turn right onto Burlingame Avenue Southwest
56 ft
·
1 sec
·
Burlingame Avenue Southwest
13
Arrive at destination
Burlingame Avenue Southwest
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.5 miles from Muskegon Heights, 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 55 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 39 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
South Getty Street
Turn right onto South Getty Street
Navigation decision point
3
1.9 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 31 BUS / Seaway Drive
Merge onto US 31 BUS / Seaway Drive
Merge point - match speed before joining
8
26.7 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
M 11
Take the exit onto M 11 toward M 11: Walker, Grandville
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 24
Toward M 11: Walker, Grandville
4
29.2 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
M 11 / Wilson Avenue Northwest
Enter roundabout onto M 11 / Wilson Avenue Northwest
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
3
39 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
Burlingame Avenue Southwest
Turn right onto Burlingame Avenue Southwest
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.10 one way
$12.19 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.69 | $13.39 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.51 | $15.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.61 | $17.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.10 | $1.87 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.41 | $1.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.46 | $2.50 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Wyoming, MI
Morning in Wyoming on Sunday
Local time
6:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
3 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
48m 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 is a highway-focused drive, with 61% of the journey spent on major roads like I 96. You'll experience a significant stretch of 23.8 miles on I 96, offering a consistent, faster pace for a good portion of the trip. The route transitions to local roads like Wilson Avenue Northwest and Wilson Avenue Southwest, which will likely offer a change of scenery and pace as you near your destination. Expect a mix of flowing interstate travel and more typical suburban road driving as you complete the short distance.
61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 23.8 mi on I 96.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and Wilson Avenue Southwest. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near South Getty Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Muskegon Heights, MI to Wyoming, MI is easy. At 48m with 61% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (South Getty Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (US 31 BUS / Seaway Drive): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 26.7 miles (M 11): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Muskegon Heights, MI and Wyoming, MI, road signs point toward M 11: Walker and Grandville.
M 11: Walker
26.7 mi in
|
~30m
|
via M 11
Grandville
26.7 mi in
|
~30m
|
via M 11
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 39 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 23.8 miles on I 96. 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 0.7 miles (South Getty Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (US 31 BUS / Seaway Drive): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 26.7 miles (M 11): 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 Wyoming, 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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