Newberry, MI to Lansing, MI is 303.4 miles and takes about 5h 24m via US 127, I 75, and M 28, with a fuel budget near $47 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest region, connecting two points in Michigan. With a high percentage of highway driving, it's a relatively straightforward connection between these two locations. Plan for a single day of travel, as the duration is manageable for most drivers.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
151.7 miles from Newberry, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 47m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 127
137.3 mi
2h 20m
I 75
101.8 mi
1h 45m
M 28
23.7 mi
27m
M-123
22.2 mi
26m
M 123
11 mi
12m
Newberry Avenue
3.6 mi
6m
Ransom E Olds Freeway
1.9 mi
1m
South Walnut Street
0.4 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
US 127
— 137.3 mi, about 2h 20m
Traffic on I-75
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 20 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
2 PM
~476 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,011
Quietest
2 AM
~12 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
39.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 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 Newberry, MI and Lansing, MI.
1
Start on East John Street
72 ft·8 sec·East John Street
2
Turn left onto M 123
3.6 mi·6 min·Newberry Avenue
3
Turn left onto M 28
24 mi·27 min·M 28
4
Continue on M 123
11 mi·12 min·M 123
5
At end of road, turn left onto M 123; H-40
406 ft·6 sec·Front Street
6
Continue on M 123; H-40
22 mi·26 min·M-123
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·47 sec
8
Merge onto I 75
102 mi·1 hr 45 min·I 75
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 127
137 mi·2 hr 20 min·US 127
Exit 249Toward US 127: Clare, Lansing
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 77Toward I 496 West: Downtown LansingUse the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 496
1.9 mi·1 min·Ransom E Olds Freeway
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 6Toward Downtown
13
Turn right onto South Walnut Street
0.4 mi·1 min·South Walnut Street
14
Turn right onto West Allegan Street
412 ft·12 sec·West Allegan Street
15
Turn right onto Townsend Street
22 ft·1 sec·Townsend Street
16
Arrive at destination
Townsend Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 5-hour drive, consider an early morning departure from Newberry, MI, to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic. With only one recommended stop, you can choose a convenient point for a break along US 127. The fuel cost estimate of $47 is helpful for budgeting, and it's wise to ensure you have a full tank before embarking on the longest stretch. Given the 303.4-mile distance, this is easily a single-day trip, offering flexibility in your timing.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 151.7 miles from Newberry, MI, or about 2h 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 137.3 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 67 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 151.7 miles or 2h 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 26m
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 Newberry, 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 Newberry, MI
This is one driving day of about 303.4 miles and 5h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 67 miles from Newberry, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 127 for about 137.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 303.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|M 123 / Newberry Avenue
Turn left onto M 123 / Newberry Avenue
Navigation decision point
7
162.8 mi into trip|~2h 58m in|US 127
Keep slight right at fork onto US 127 toward US 127: Clare, Lansing
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 249
Toward US 127: Clare, Lansing
7
300.1 mi into trip|~5h 19m in
Take the exit toward I 496 West: Downtown Lansing
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 77
Toward I 496 West: Downtown Lansing
5
302.6 mi into trip|~5h 22m in
Take the exit toward Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 6
Toward Downtown
5
303.4 mi into trip|~5h 24m in|Townsend Street
Turn right onto Townsend Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$44.81 one way
$89.61 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg106 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$49.46
$98.93
premium
$4.72
$56.33
$112.66
diesel
$4.80
$57.29
$114.58
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$45
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$70–$95
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 106.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $32 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
91
1
$31.86
$14.56
Efficient EV
75.9
0
$26.55
$12.14
EV Truck/SUV
121.4
1
$42.48
$19.42
Gas CO2
106 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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.
Forecast as of Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Newberry, MI
Late night
in Newberry on Monday
Local time
4:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Smoke
S 10 mph41% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 17 at 3:56PM EDT until July 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 17 at 2:46PM EDT until July 18 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Marquette MI
Destination
Lansing, MI
Late night
in Lansing on Monday
Local time
4:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
92°F
Areas Of Smoke
SSW 8 mph24% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 17 at 3:56PM EDT until July 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 17 at 2:46PM EDT until July 18 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Marquette 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
14 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
5h 24m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is mostly highway, with 79% of the driving on faster roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 137.3 miles on US 127, offering a consistent cruising experience. The remaining portion will likely involve transitioning to surface roads, which may present more local traffic and intersections as you approach your destination.
79% 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: 137.3 mi on US 127.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 127 and I 75. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near M 123 / Newberry Avenue.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 5h 24m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (M 123 / Newberry Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 162.8 miles (US 127): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 300.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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
The longest stretch is about 137.3 miles on US 127. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (M 123 / Newberry Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 162.8 miles (US 127): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 300.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.4 hours each way, a round trip means 10.8 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Lansing, MI before the return drive.
