How far is Charlevoix, MI from Martins Bluff, MI?
The driving distance from Charlevoix, MI to Martins Bluff, MI is about 42.2 miles (67.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.7 miles (39.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 00m 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 30m.
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.
Census-designated place in Michigan, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Charlevoix and Martins Bluff.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Charlevoix and Martins Bluff.
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Start on Bridge Park Drive
11 m · 5 sec · Bridge Park Drive
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Turn left
46 m · 11 sec
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Continue on Beaver Island Ferry
32.7 mi · 2 hr · Beaver Island Ferry
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Continue straight
68 m · 22 sec
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Turn left onto Main Street
529 ft · 15 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Forest Avenue
116 m · 15 sec · Forest Avenue
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Turn left onto King's Highway
5 mi · 12 min · King's Highway
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Turn left onto Tom McCauley's Road
1 mi · 4 min · Tom McCauley's Road
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Turn right onto East Side Drive
3 mi · 12 min · East Side Drive
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Turn left
77 m · 20 sec
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Turn left
931 ft · 1 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Charlevoix and Martins Bluff.
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.
Beaver Island Ferry
Continue on Beaver Island Ferry
32.7 mi · 02h 00m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Charlevoix and Partly Sunny near Martins Bluff.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Charlevoix to Martins Bluff?
The road trip is about 42.2 miles (67.9 km) and usually takes 02h 30m 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?
Saint James is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.1 miles from Charlevoix and 21.1 miles from Martins Bluff.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.7 miles (39.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.5 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 1:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.62 one way or $11.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Charlevoix and Partly Sunny near Martins Bluff.
Stop Ideas Near Saint James
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 Saint James.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Charlevoix and Martins Bluff. Straight-line distance: 24.65 mi (39.67 km).
#1 Charlevoix
City in Charlevoix County, Michigan, United States of America
| Population | 1,657 |
| Coordinates | 45.3180600, -85.2584000 |
| Altitude | 181 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Martins Bluff
Martins Bluff is a place in Michigan, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 45.6363900, -85.4881400 |
| Altitude | 179 |
| Country | United States |
End: Martins Bluff (-85.48814, 45.63639)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 68 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
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 | $5.62 | $11.24 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.34 | $12.67 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.93 | $13.87 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.90 | $15.81 |
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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