This 103.8-mile drive from Wyoming, MI, to Howell, MI, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in under two hours. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day trip, with an estimated fuel cost of around $16 for the entire route. The trip primarily utilizes I-96, making it a highway-focused experience through the Midwest. You won't need to worry about overnight stays, and with no planned stops, you can get to your destination efficiently. This drive offers a practical way to travel between two points within Michigan.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
51.9 miles from Wyoming, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 2m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 96
93.2 mi
1h 39m
28th Street Southwest
8.5 mi
15m
South Michigan Avenue
0.7 mi
1m
Pinckney Road
0.6 mi
1m
Burlingame Avenue Southwest
<0.1 mi
<1m
North Michigan Avenue
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Longest stretch:
I 96
— 93.2 mi, about 1h 39m
Traffic on I-96
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 23 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,004 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,632
Quietest
2 AM
~138 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
14.5×
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 Wyoming, MI and Howell, MI.
1
Start on Burlingame Avenue Southwest
56 ft·5 sec·Burlingame Avenue Southwest
2
Turn right onto M 11
8.5 mi·15 min·28th Street Southwest
3
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·59 sec
Toward I 96 East: Lansing
4
Merge onto I 96
53 mi·56 min·I 96
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
40 mi·43 min·I 96
Toward I 96 East: DetroitUse the straight / right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·48 sec
Exit 137Toward CR D19: Howell, Pinckney
7
Turn left onto D-19
0.6 mi·1 min·Pinckney Road
8
Continue on South Michigan Avenue
0.7 mi·1 min·South Michigan Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Arrive at destination
North Michigan Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of just under two hours, this trip offers plenty of flexibility. You can depart at your convenience, whether it's early morning to beat any potential traffic or later in the day. The longest stretch is over 93 miles on I-96, so plan your fuel stops accordingly before you get on the interstate, as services can be more spread out. Consider leaving a bit earlier if you're traveling during peak commuting times to ensure you stay within the estimated 1 hour and 59 minutes.
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 51.9 miles from Wyoming, MI, or about 1h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 93.2 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 23 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.9 miles or 1h 2m 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 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Howell, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Wyoming, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Wyoming, MI
This is one driving day of about 103.8 miles and 1h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Wyoming, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 96 for about 93.2 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 6
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 102.2 — 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 11 / 28th Street Southwest
Turn right onto M 11 / 28th Street Southwest
Navigation decision point
4
8.5 mi into trip|~15m in
Take the ramp toward I 96 East: Lansing
Navigation decision point
Toward I 96 East: Lansing
5
8.9 mi into trip|~16m in|I 96
Merge onto I 96
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
62 mi into trip|~1h 13m in|I 96
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96 toward I 96 East: Detroit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
6
102.2 mi into trip|~1h 56m in
Take the exit toward CR D19: Howell, Pinckney
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 137
Toward CR D19: Howell, Pinckney
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.26 one way
$34.52 round trip
$4.22/gal25.4 MPG avg36 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.60
$18.80
$37.60
premium
$5.18
$21.18
$42.36
diesel
$5.35
$21.86
$43.73
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
31.1
0
$10.90
$4.98
Efficient EV
26
0
$9.08
$4.15
EV Truck/SUV
41.5
0
$14.53
$6.64
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Forecast as of Jun 1, 2026
Origin
Wyoming, MI
Afternoon
in Wyoming on Wednesday
Local time
3:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Partly Sunny
ENE 2 to 8 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued June 1 at 5:06AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued June 1 at 3:45AM EDT by NWS Marquette MI
Destination
Howell, MI
Afternoon
in Howell on Wednesday
Local time
3:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Mostly Sunny
NE 0 to 9 mph5% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued June 1 at 5:06AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued June 1 at 3:45AM EDT by NWS Marquette MI
84°F
Eagle, MI
52 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
4 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
1h 59m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 90% of the route being on the interstate. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I-96, including a continuous stretch of 93.2 miles. This means you'll encounter faster speeds and less varied scenery for much of the journey. While 28th Street Southwest and South Michigan Avenue offer brief interludes, the character of this drive is largely defined by its efficient, high-speed interstate segments. It's designed for getting from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
9 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 93.2 mi on I 96.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and 28th Street Southwest. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near M 11 / 28th Street Southwest.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 59m drive. You will face about 6 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 11 / 28th Street Southwest): Navigation decision point; at 8.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 8.9 miles (I 96): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
936 ft645 ft
Total Climb
415 ft
Total Descent
124 ft
Highest Point
936 ft
~103.8 mi in
Elevation Range
291 ft
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
The longest stretch is about 93.2 miles on I 96. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 10 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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: near the start (M 11 / 28th Street Southwest): Navigation decision point; at 8.5 miles: Navigation decision point; at 8.9 miles (I 96): 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 Howell, MI before heading back.
