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Trip from Worth, MI to Grand Rapids, MI

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 13m

Distance

150.1 mi

242 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$23

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min
4 AM
3h 2m ★
6 AM
3h 14m
8 AM
3h 37m
10 AM
3h 22m
12 PM
3h 20m
3 PM
3h 23m
5 PM
3h 36m
8 PM
3h 7m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Worth, MI, MI

Worth, MI

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city in and seat of Kent County, Michigan, United States

Grand Rapids, MI

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Trip Overview

This 150.1-mile drive from Worth, Michigan to Grand Rapids, Michigan is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking about 3 hours and 13 minutes. You'll primarily travel on US 131, North Huron Road, and Isabella Road, with 41% of the route on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $23, and with only one recommended stop, it's a straightforward excursion through the Midwest region. This route offers a mixed driving experience, making it a practical choice for a quick getaway or an efficient transfer between these two Michigan locales.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

75 miles from Worth, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 43m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 131 44.9 mi 45m
North Huron Road 16.9 mi 23m
Isabella Road 14.9 mi 20m
West Remus Road 12 mi 16m
US 10 11 mi 11m
East Pickard Road 10 mi 14m
9 Mile Road 8.4 mi 11m
Buchanan Road 6.5 mi 8m
Longest stretch: US 131 — 44.9 mi, about 45m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Worth, MI and Grand Rapids, MI.

1

Start on Worth Road

249 ft · 14 sec · Worth Road
2

Turn left onto M 13

4.1 mi · 5 min · South Huron Road
3

Continue on M 13

1.1 mi · 2 min · North Mable Street
4

Continue on M 13

17 mi · 23 min · North Huron Road
5

Merge onto I 75; US 23

0.9 mi · 55 sec · I 75; US 23
6

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 53 sec
Exit 162B Toward US 10 West: Midland
7

Merge onto US 10

11 mi · 11 min · US 10
8

Keep slight left at fork onto US 10 BUS; M 20

2.6 mi · 3 min · US 10 BUS; M 20
Toward US 10 Business, M 20: Downtown Midland
9

Enter roundabout onto US 10 BUS; M 20

47 ft · 2 sec · US 10 BUS; M 20
10

Continue on US 10 BUS; M 20

1.8 mi · 3 min · US 10 BUS; M 20
11

Turn left onto M 20

0.2 mi · 34 sec · Jerome Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
12

Continue on M 20

0.2 mi · 20 sec · Fitzhugh Street
13

Continue on M 20

3.0 mi · 4 min · Isabella Street
14

Continue on M 20

15 mi · 20 min · Isabella Road
15

Continue on M 20

7.5 mi · 10 min · East Pickard Road
Use the left lane.
16

Continue on M 20

2.1 mi · 4 min · East Pickard Street
17

Continue on East Pickard Road

2.5 mi · 3 min · East Pickard Road
18

Turn left onto South Meridian Road

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Meridian Road
19

Turn right onto M 20

12 mi · 16 min · West Remus Road
20

Continue on M 20

2.8 mi · 4 min · 9 Mile Road
21

Continue on M 20

0.6 mi · 1 min · East Wheatland Avenue
22

Continue on M 20

3.5 mi · 4 min · 9 Mile Road
23

Continue on 9 Mile Road

2.0 mi · 2 min · 9 Mile Road
24

Turn left onto 90th Avenue

0.5 mi · 45 sec · 90th Avenue
25

Turn right onto Buchanan Road

6.5 mi · 8 min · Buchanan Road
26

Keep slight left at fork onto 155th Avenue

0.5 mi · 43 sec · 155th Avenue
27

Turn right onto 8 Mile Road

4.9 mi · 7 min · 8 Mile Road
28

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 49 sec
Toward US 131 South: Grand Rapids
29

Merge onto US 131

45 mi · 45 min · US 131
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 47 sec
Exit 86A Toward I 196 East: Lansing Use the slight left lane.
31

Merge onto I 196

0.1 mi · 10 sec · Gerald R Ford Freeway
32

Take the exit

450 ft · 11 sec
Exit 77C Toward Ottawa Avenue, Downtown Use the slight right lane.
33

Keep slight right at fork

416 ft · 10 sec
Toward Downtown Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
34

Continue on Ottawa Avenue Northwest

0.4 mi · 1 min · Ottawa Avenue Northwest
Use the straight / right lanes.
35

Turn left onto Monroe Center Street Northwest

0.2 mi · 31 sec · Monroe Center Street Northwest
36

Turn right onto Division Avenue North

184 ft · 10 sec · Division Avenue North
37

Turn right onto Fulton Street West

57 ft · 1 sec · Fulton Street West
38

Arrive at destination

Fulton Street West

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour and 13-minute duration, this 150.1-mile trip from Worth to Grand Rapids is perfect for a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. Plan for one primary stop to break up the drive, perhaps around the halfway point or when you hit the longest stretch on US 131. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading out, as the estimated cost is $23, and it's always wise to have a buffer. A practical tip for this route: familiarize yourself with the transition points between US 131 and the local roads like Isabella Road to ensure a smooth continuation of your journey.

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 75 miles from Worth, MI, or about 1h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.9 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 33 miles or 42m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 75 miles or 1h 43m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 43m

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 Worth, 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 Worth, MI

This is one driving day of about 150.1 miles and 3h 13m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Worth, 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 131 for about 44.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Shepherd, MI, MI

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Shepherd, MI

75 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

Freeland, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Mount Pleasant, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 75 miles from Worth, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

That Early Bird

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 150.1

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+16162588350

Visit website

Top Coffee Stop

Lantern Coffee Bar and Lounge

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $1 to $10 mile 150.1

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+16169200209

Visit website

Lotus Brew Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Grand Rapids, Michigan

1.2 mi

Ponder Coffee Company - Downtown

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Mt Pleasant, Michigan

1.3 mi

That Early Bird

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 150.1

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+16162588350

Visit website

Big Bear Java

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 96.5

Canadian Lakes, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+16164437678

Lantern Coffee Bar and Lounge

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route $1 to $10 mile 150.1

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+16169200209

Visit website

Lotus Brew Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 150.1

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+16164198613

Visit website

Ponder Coffee Company - Downtown

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 64.3

Mt Pleasant, Michigan

Hours: 7:30 am–3 pm

+19893170808

Visit website

The Bradbury Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 150.1

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

Visit website

Creation Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 64.3

Mt Pleasant, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+19894886914

Visit website

Sip Coffee & Cocktails

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 150.1

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+16168053517

Visit website

Quickwater Coffee Roasters | Rockford

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 139.4

Rockford, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+16162551125

Visit website

Qahwah House Coffee - Grand Rapids

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 150.1

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+16162449419

Visit website

Fish Ladder Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 150.1

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+16164563696

Visit website

Saganing Eagles Landing Casino

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour

Standish, Michigan

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887324537

Visit website

Dahlia Hill Society

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 42.9

Midland, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+19896310100

Visit website

Pinball Land

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 139.4

Rockford, Michigan

Hours: 2–8 pm

Visit website

Bay City State Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 21.4

Bay City, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+19896843020

Visit website

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 150.1

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+16169571580

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 22

5 decision points cluster between mile 34.4 and 149.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
34.4 mi into trip | ~44m in | US 10 BUS; M 20

Keep slight left at fork onto US 10 BUS; M 20 toward US 10 Business, M 20: Downtown Midland

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 10 Business, M 20: Downtown Midland
6
38.8 mi into trip | ~50m in | M 20 / Jerome Street

Turn left onto M 20 / Jerome Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / straight lanes.
7
148.9 mi into trip | ~3h 10m 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
149.3 mi into trip | ~3h 11m 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
149.4 mi into trip | ~3h 11m 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$23.47 one way

$46.93 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 53 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $25.77 $51.53
premium $4.89 $28.89 $57.77
diesel $5.61 $33.14 $66.28

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$23

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$48–$73

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 52.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 45 0 $15.76 $7.20
Efficient EV 37.5 0 $13.13 $6.00
EV Truck/SUV 60 0 $21.01 $9.61

Gas CO2

53 kg

EV CO2

18 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Worth, MI

Late night in Worth on Sunday

Local time

3:28 AM

EDT

Current temp

39°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Grand Rapids, MI

Late night in Grand Rapids on Sunday

Local time

3:28 AM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

W 9 mph 40% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 3:21PM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI

Flash Flood Warning

Flash Flood Warning issued April 16 at 1:53PM EDT until April 17 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI

42°F

Shepherd, MI

75 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

29 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

3h 13m 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 mixed drive on this 150.1-mile route. While 41% of the journey involves highway travel, you'll also encounter local roads like North Huron Road and Isabella Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll navigate is 44.9 miles on US 131, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. This blend of faster highway sections and potentially more winding local roads means the character of the drive will evolve as you progress toward Grand Rapids, keeping your attention without being overly demanding.

41% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
38 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 44.9 mi on US 131.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 34.4 miles in near US 10 BUS; M 20.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 150.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 34.4 miles (US 10 BUS; M 20): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.8 miles (M 20 / Jerome Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 148.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Worth, MI to Grand Rapids, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 20: Downtown Midland along the way.

M 20: Downtown Midland

34.4 mi in | ~44m | via US 10 BUS; M 20

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 13m. Total distance: 150.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 44.9 miles on US 131. 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.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Grand Rapids, MI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

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: at 34.4 miles (US 10 BUS; M 20): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.8 miles (M 20 / Jerome Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 148.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Grand Rapids, MI, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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