Origin
Norton Shores, MI
Late night in Norton Shores on Sunday
Local time
4:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Norton Shores, 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
50m
Distance
39.7 mi
64 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 46m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
0h 59m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Norton Shores, MI
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Wyoming, MI
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Trip Overview
Norton Shores, MI to Wyoming, MI is 39.7 miles and takes about 50m via I 96, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a short, straightforward drive within the Midwest, specifically within Michigan. Expect a highway-focused experience for most of the journey. Given the minimal distance and time commitment, this route is ideal for a single-day trip, allowing plenty of flexibility for your departure time and any brief stops you might need. It’s a practical option for local travel or connecting two nearby Michigan communities.
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 |
| Randall Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Wellesley Drive | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Remembrance Road Northwest | 0.7 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 23.8 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Norton Shores, MI and Wyoming, MI.
1
Start on Henry Street
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Henry Street
2
Turn right onto Randall Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Randall Road
3
Turn left onto Wellesley Drive
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Wellesley Drive
4
Continue on Airport Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Airport Road
5
Turn left onto Grand Haven Road
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Grand Haven Road
6
Take the ramp onto Grand Haven Road
195 ft
·
5 sec
·
Grand Haven Road
7
Turn sharp right onto US 31 BUS
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
·
US 31 BUS
8
Continue on I 96
24 mi
·
25 min
·
I 96
9
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.
10
Continue on M 11
0.7 mi
·
55 sec
·
Remembrance Road Northwest
11
Enter roundabout onto M 11
10 ft
·
0 sec
·
Wilson Avenue Northwest
12
Continue on M 11
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Wilson Avenue Northwest
13
Continue on M 11
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Wilson Avenue Southwest
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on M 11
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
28th Street Southwest
15
Turn right onto Burlingame Avenue Southwest
56 ft
·
1 sec
·
Burlingame Avenue Southwest
16
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 39.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.9 miles from Norton Shores, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 29.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Randall Road
Turn right onto Randall Road
Navigation decision point
3
1.2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Wellesley Drive
Turn left onto Wellesley Drive
Navigation decision point
4
2.7 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
Grand Haven Road
Turn left onto Grand Haven Road
Navigation decision point
8
27.5 mi into trip
|
~32m 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
29.9 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
M 11 / Wilson Avenue Northwest
Enter roundabout onto M 11 / Wilson Avenue Northwest
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.21 one way
$12.41 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.81 | $13.63 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.64 | $15.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.77 | $17.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.9 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 | 11.9 | 0 | $4.17 | $1.91 |
| Efficient EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.47 | $1.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.56 | $2.54 |
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
Late night in Wyoming on Sunday
Local time
4:13 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
50m 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 route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 62% of the journey on major highways. You'll spend a significant portion on I 96, including the longest uninterrupted stretch of 23.8 miles. The character of the drive is largely consistent, emphasizing efficient travel rather than varied scenery. While you'll encounter some local road segments like Wilson Avenue Northwest and Wilson Avenue Southwest, the overarching feel is one of steady progress on well-maintained roadways designed for speed.
62% 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: 23.8 mi on I 96.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and Wilson Avenue Southwest. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Randall 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 50m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Randall Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (Wellesley Drive): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (Grand Haven Road): Navigation decision point.
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 Norton Shores, MI and Wyoming, MI, road signs point toward M 11: Walker and Grandville.
M 11: Walker
27.5 mi in
|
~32m
|
via M 11
Grandville
27.5 mi in
|
~32m
|
via M 11
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 50m. Total distance: 39.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). 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 0.3 miles (Randall Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (Wellesley Drive): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (Grand Haven Road): Navigation decision point.
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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