Origin
Wyoming, MI
Late night in Wyoming on Tuesday
Local time
5:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wyoming, MI to Clare County, MI
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 30m
Distance
119.9 mi
193 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 21m
★
6 AM
2h 31m
8 AM
2h 51m
10 AM
2h 38m
12 PM
2h 36m
3 PM
2h 39m
5 PM
2h 50m
8 PM
2h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wyoming, MI
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Clare County, MI
Mario Spencer
Trip Overview
Wyoming, MI to Clare County, MI is 119.9 miles and takes about 2h 30m via US 131 and US 10, with a fuel budget near $19 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive entirely within Michigan, taking you from one part of the Midwest to another. With a highway-focused profile, expect a relatively quick journey. Since it's a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart when it suits you best, making it an easy excursion.
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
59.9 miles from Wyoming, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 131 | 69.8 mi | 1h 11m |
| US 10 | 19.6 mi | 27m |
| Temple Drive | 10.7 mi | 15m |
| 30th Avenue | 10 mi | 14m |
| 16 Mile Road | 3 mi | 4m |
| North Old State Avenue | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| Burton Street Southwest | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Burlingame Avenue Southwest | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 131
— 69.8 mi, about 1h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wyoming, MI and Clare County, MI.
1
Start on Burlingame Avenue Southwest
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Burlingame Avenue Southwest
2
Turn right onto Burton Street Southwest
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Burton Street Southwest
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward US 131 North: Grand Rapids
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto US 131
70 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
US 131
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 10
6
Turn right onto US 10
20 mi
·
27 min
·
US 10
7
Turn left onto M 66
10.0 mi
·
14 min
·
30th Avenue
8
Turn right onto M 61
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
16 Mile Road
9
Continue on M 61
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Temple Drive
10
Turn straight onto M 61
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
State Highway 61
11
Turn right onto North Old State Avenue
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
North Old State Avenue
12
Turn left onto West Larch Road
0.8 mi
·
3 min
·
West Larch Road
13
Turn right
0.3 mi
·
1 min
14
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 2h 30m duration, this trip is easily completed in one day. You can depart anytime, but an early start might allow for a leisurely pace. With only one stop suggested, plan for a brief break to refuel or stretch. The longest stretch of 69.8 miles on US 131 means you can cover a significant distance before needing to think about services. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach Clare County, as the $19 estimated fuel cost is based on current averages.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 59.9 miles from Wyoming, MI, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 69.8 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 26 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.9 miles or 1h 3m 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 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clare County, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Wyoming, 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 Wyoming, MI
This is one driving day of about 119.9 miles and 2h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Wyoming, 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 69.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
60 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 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 59.9 miles from Wyoming, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 131 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 69.8 miles.
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 1 and 72.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Burton Street Southwest
Turn right onto Burton Street Southwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
2.2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward US 131 North: Grand Rapids
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward US 131 North: Grand Rapids
5
2.5 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
US 131
Merge onto US 131
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
72.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
Take the exit toward US 10
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 10
4
72.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
US 10
Turn right onto US 10
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.74 one way
$37.49 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
42 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.58 | $41.16 |
| premium | $4.89 | $23.07 | $46.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.47 | $52.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36 | 0 | $12.59 | $5.76 |
| Efficient EV | 30 | 0 | $10.49 | $4.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48 | 0 | $16.79 | $7.67 |
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% 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
Clare County, MI
Late night in Clare County on Tuesday
Local time
5:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
5 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
2h 30m 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 primarily a highway-focused drive, with about 75% of it on major roads like US 131 and US 10. You'll experience a good stretch of uninterrupted travel, with the longest segment covering 69.8 miles on US 131. The character of the drive is generally smooth and efficient, allowing for steady progress toward your destination without too many interruptions. Expect a consistent pace as you navigate through Michigan's landscape.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 69.8 mi on US 131.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 131 and US 10. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near Burton Street Southwest.
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 30m 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 1 miles (Burton Street Southwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles (US 131): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 30m. Total distance: 119.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 69.8 miles on US 131. 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 1 miles (Burton Street Southwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles (US 131): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Clare County, 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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