How far is Cadillac, MI from Grand Ledge, MI?
The driving distance from Cadillac, MI to Grand Ledge, MI is about 149.3 miles (240.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 108.6 miles (174.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 20m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 40m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cadillac and Grand Ledge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cadillac and Grand Ledge.
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Start on West Pine Street
29 m · 7 sec · West Pine Street
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Turn right onto North Mitchell Street
2.1 mi · 5 min · North Mitchell Street
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Take the ramp right
2954 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
88 mi · 1 hr 29 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 96 East, M 37 South: Lansing
1009 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
54.7 mi · 59 min
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Take the exit slight right toward M 100: Grand Ledge
1787 ft · 46 sec
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Turn right onto South Wright Road
2 mi · 3 min · South Wright Road
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Continue on North Hartel Road
2835 ft · 44 sec · North Hartel Road
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Continue on North Clinton Street
1911 ft · 54 sec · North Clinton Street
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Turn slight right onto North Bridge Street
2303 ft · 1 min · North Bridge Street
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Turn right onto West Jefferson Street
14 m · 2 sec · West Jefferson Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Jefferson Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cadillac and Grand Ledge.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
North Mitchell Street
Merge slight left
88 mi · 01h 29m
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.
Rain Likely leaving Cadillac and Rain Showers Likely near Grand Ledge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cadillac to Grand Ledge?
The road trip is about 149.3 miles (240.2 km) and usually takes 02h 40m 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?
Cedar Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 74.6 miles from Cadillac and 74.7 miles from Grand Ledge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 108.6 miles (174.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.7 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 1:10 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.21 one way or $48.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Likely around Cadillac and Rain Showers Likely near Grand Ledge.
Stop Ideas Near Cedar Springs
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 Cedar Springs.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cadillac and Grand Ledge. Straight-line distance: 108.62 mi (174.8 km).
#1 Cadillac
City in the U.
| Population | 10,519 |
| Coordinates | 44.2519500, -85.4011600 |
| Altitude | 398 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Grand Ledge
City in Michigan, United States of America
| Population | 7,881 |
| Coordinates | 42.7533700, -84.7463800 |
| Altitude | 255 |
| Country | United States |
End: Grand Ledge (-84.74638, 42.75337)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 240 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 51m |
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 | $4.59 | $24.21 | $48.42 |
| Mid-grade | $5.25 | $27.65 | $55.29 |
| Premium | $5.85 | $30.80 | $61.61 |
| Diesel | $6.48 | $34.15 | $68.30 |
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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