How far is Baldwin, MI from Bristol, MI?
The driving distance from Baldwin, MI to Bristol, MI is about 27 miles (43.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.3 miles (31.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 48m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township of Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Baldwin and Bristol.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Baldwin and Bristol.
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Start on Courthouse Road
24 m · 9 sec · Courthouse Road
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Turn left onto Washington Street
56 m · 14 sec · Washington Street
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Turn left onto South M 37
3.3 mi · 5 min · South M 37
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Turn straight onto South M 37
7.6 mi · 9 min · South M 37
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Turn right onto West Old M-63
2.1 mi · 4 min · West Old M-63
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Continue on East Old M 63
4 mi · 7 min · East Old M 63
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Continue on East 5 Mile Road
3.9 mi · 9 min · East 5 Mile Road
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Continue on East 5 Mile Road
127 m · 12 sec · East 5 Mile Road
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Continue on North Skookum Road
3 mi · 7 min · North Skookum Road
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Continue on East 8 Mile Road
2.9 mi · 7 min · East 8 Mile Road
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Turn left onto North Raymond Road
29 m · 4 sec · North Raymond Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Raymond Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Baldwin and Bristol.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
South M 37
Turn straight onto South M 37
7.63 mi · 00h 09m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Baldwin and Mostly Sunny near Bristol.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Baldwin to Bristol?
The road trip is about 27 miles (43.4 km) and usually takes 00h 48m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Peacock is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.5 miles from Baldwin and 13.5 miles from Bristol.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.3 miles (31.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.58 one way or $7.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Baldwin and Mostly Sunny near Bristol.
Stop Ideas Near Peacock
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Peacock.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Baldwin and Bristol. Straight-line distance: 19.33 mi (31.11 km).
#1 Baldwin
Village in Michigan
| Population | 914 |
| Coordinates | 43.9011200, -85.8517300 |
| Altitude | 256 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bristol
Bristol is a place in Michigan, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 44.1039000, -85.5836700 |
| Altitude | 368 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bristol (-85.58367, 44.1039)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 43 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $3.58 | $7.16 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.04 | $8.08 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.42 | $8.84 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.04 | $10.08 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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