How far is Chesaning, MI from Pinconning, MI?
The driving distance from Chesaning, MI to Pinconning, MI is about 59.2 miles (95.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 21m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 46.9 miles (75.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 43m 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
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 21m.
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.
Township of Michigan, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chesaning and Pinconning.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chesaning and Pinconning.
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Start on North Front Street
24 m · 9 sec · North Front Street
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Turn left onto East Broad Street
1534 ft · 54 sec · East Broad Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
1 km · 1 min · South Main Street
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Turn straight onto Peet Road
9.1 mi · 13 min · Peet Road
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Turn left onto Sheridan Road
4.7 mi · 6 min · Sheridan Road
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Turn straight onto Albee Road
1.9 mi · 3 min · Albee Road
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Continue on East Road
8.3 mi · 11 min · East Road
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Continue on East Street
2948 ft · 50 sec · East Street
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Continue on South Washington Avenue
2.9 mi · 5 min · South Washington Avenue
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Turn left onto East Genesee Avenue
145 m · 10 sec · East Genesee Avenue
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Continue on Genesee Street
140 m · 9 sec · Genesee Street
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Continue on West Genesee Avenue
1751 ft · 36 sec · West Genesee Avenue
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Turn right onto North Michigan Avenue
2124 ft · 46 sec · North Michigan Avenue
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Take the ramp straight
823 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left
4.1 mi · 4 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 75 North, US 23 North: Mackinac Bridge
1.1 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left
7.4 mi · 8 min
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Keep slight right to continue on Kawkawlin
17 mi · 24 min
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Turn right onto West 5th Street
54 m · 10 sec · West 5th Street
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Turn left
28 m · 7 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chesaning and Pinconning.
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.
Kawkawlin
Keep slight right to continue on Kawkawlin
17 mi · 00h 24m
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 Showers Likely leaving Chesaning and Chance Rain Showers near Pinconning.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chesaning to Pinconning?
The road trip is about 59.2 miles (95.2 km) and usually takes 01h 21m 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?
Carrollton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.6 miles from Chesaning and 29.6 miles from Pinconning.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 46.9 miles (75.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.3 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 3:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.88 one way or $15.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Chesaning and Chance Rain Showers near Pinconning.
Stop Ideas Near Carrollton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Chesaning and Pinconning. Straight-line distance: 46.82 mi (75.35 km).
#1 Chesaning
Village in Michigan
| Population | 2,143 |
| Coordinates | 43.1847500, -84.1149700 |
| Altitude | 192 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pinconning
City in Bay County, Michigan, United States of America
| Population | 2,337 |
| Coordinates | 43.8536300, -83.9649900 |
| Altitude | 182 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pinconning (-83.96499, 43.85363)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 95 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 44m |
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 | $7.88 | $15.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.89 | $17.78 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.73 | $19.45 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $11.09 | $22.17 |
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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