Origin
Newaygo, MI
Late night in Newaygo on Sunday
Local time
3:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Newaygo, MI to Lansing, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 5m
Distance
99.4 mi
160 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 56m
★
6 AM
2h 5m
8 AM
2h 23m
10 AM
2h 11m
12 PM
2h 9m
3 PM
2h 12m
5 PM
2h 22m
8 PM
2h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newaygo, MI
Katerina Holmes
Trip Overview
This 99.4-mile drive from Newaygo to Lansing, Michigan, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes. The route primarily utilizes I-96, with sections of Apple Avenue and West Grand River Avenue also involved. Given its relatively short duration and the estimated fuel cost of $16, this is a practical and straightforward journey through the Midwest. You won't need to worry about an overnight stop, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. It's a good option for a quick visit or transit between these two Michigan locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.7 miles from Newaygo, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 96 | 58.9 mi | 1h 3m |
| Apple Avenue | 12.8 mi | 17m |
| West Grand River Avenue | 5.7 mi | 8m |
| Alpine Avenue Northwest | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| South Mason Drive | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| North Newaygo Road | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| Mason Drive | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| North Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard | 1.6 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 58.9 mi, about 1h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newaygo, MI and Lansing, MI.
1
Start on this road
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto M 37; M 82
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
State Road
3
Continue on M 37; M 82
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Adams Street
4
Continue on M 37; M 82
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Mason Drive
5
Continue on M 37
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
State Highway 37
6
Continue on M 37
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
South Mason Drive
7
Continue on M 37
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Maple Street
8
Continue on M 37
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Mason Drive
9
Continue on M 37
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
North Newaygo Road
10
Enter roundabout onto M 37; M 46
165 ft
·
1 sec
·
Apple Avenue
11
Continue on M 37; M 46
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Apple Avenue
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on M 37
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Alpine Avenue Northwest
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
Use the left lane.
14
Merge onto I 96; M 37
59 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
I 96; M 37
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Take the exit onto I 96 BL
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
I 96 BL
Exit 90
Toward BL I 96: Grand River Ave
16
Turn left onto I 96 BL
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
West Grand River Avenue
17
Turn right onto North Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
18
Continue on North Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Martin Luther King Jr Boulevard
19
Continue on North Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
North Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard
20
Turn left onto CL
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Allegan Street
21
Turn right onto Townsend Street
22 ft
·
1 sec
·
Townsend Street
22
Arrive at destination
Townsend Street
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour drive, leaving in the morning or early afternoon is ideal to avoid potential rush hour traffic in Lansing. With a total duration of just over 2 hours and a fuel cost around $16, this trip is quite budget-friendly. Plan for one brief stop if needed, perhaps midway, though the longest stretch without a major road change is under an hour. Keep an eye out for transitions between highway and local roads, particularly as you get closer to Lansing, as speed limits and traffic flow will change. This flexibility means you can adjust your departure time based on your needs.
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 49.7 miles from Newaygo, MI, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.9 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 22 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.7 miles or 1h 5m 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lansing, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Newaygo, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Newaygo, MI
This is one driving day of about 99.4 miles and 2h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Newaygo, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 96 for about 58.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 49.7 miles from Newaygo, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 90.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
M 37; M 82 / State Road
At end of road, turn right onto M 37; M 82 / State Road
Navigation decision point
4
13.4 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
M 37; M 46 / Apple Avenue
Enter roundabout onto M 37; M 46 / Apple Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
31.5 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
31.9 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
I 96; M 37
Merge onto I 96; M 37
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
90.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 49m in
|
I 96 BL
Take the exit onto I 96 BL toward BL I 96: Grand River Ave
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 90
Toward BL I 96: Grand River Ave
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.54 one way
$31.08 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $17.06 | $34.12 |
| premium | $4.89 | $19.13 | $38.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.95 | $43.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.8 | 0 | $10.44 | $4.77 |
| Efficient EV | 24.9 | 0 | $8.70 | $3.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.8 | 0 | $13.92 | $6.36 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (66% 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
Lansing, MI
Late night in Lansing on Sunday
Local time
3:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
54°F
Grand Rapids, MI
50 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
12 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 5m 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 mixed drive on this route, with about 60% of the journey on highways, mainly I-96. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 58.9 miles on I-96, offering a chance for steady progress. While much of the drive will be on faster roads, segments on Apple Avenue and West Grand River Avenue will likely feel more like local thoroughfares. This blend means you'll experience periods of highway cruising followed by more town-oriented driving as you approach your destination.
60% 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: 58.9 mi on I 96.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near M 37; M 82 / State Road.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 5m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (M 37; M 82 / State Road): Navigation decision point; at 13.4 miles (M 37; M 46 / Apple Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 31.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 5m. Total distance: 99.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (60%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 58.9 miles on I 96. 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 0.2 miles (M 37; M 82 / State Road): Navigation decision point; at 13.4 miles (M 37; M 46 / Apple Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 31.5 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 Lansing, 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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