How far is East Lansing, MI from Grand Rapids, MI?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between East Lansing and Grand Rapids is 61.99 miles (99.77 km).
Flight distance from East Lansing, MI to Grand Rapids, MI is 61.99 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 08 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 08 minutes to travel from East Lansing to Grand Rapids with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from East Lansing, Michigan to Grand Rapids, Michigan is: 73.6 miles (118.45 km) by car.
Driving from East Lansing to Grand Rapids will take approximately 01 hours 08 minutes.
#1 East Lansing
The capital of Michigan. It is located on the Red Cedar River in the central part of the state. East Lansing is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Michigan State University campus and the Wharton Center for the Performing Arts.
| Population | 45676 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°44'13"N 84°29'2"W |
| Latitude | 42.7369800 |
| Longitude | -84.4838700 |
| Altitude | 261 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Grand Rapids
The second most populous city in Michigan. It is located in the western part of the state. Grand Rapids is known for its many breweries, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park and the Grand Rapids Art Museum.
| Population | 200031 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°57'48"N 85°40'5"W |
| Latitude | 42.9633600 |
| Longitude | -85.6680900 |
| Altitude | 195 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Grand Rapids: West Fulton Street (-85.668092,42.963219)
Estimated Travel Time Between East Lansing and Grand Rapids
The distance between East Lansing and Grand Rapids is 118 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 18 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between East Lansing and Grand Rapids. The current time is 01:01:45.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 27 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 50 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 28 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 13 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 03 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 58 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 55 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 9.83 liters (2.6 gallon) of gas to cover the route between East Lansing and Grand Rapids.
The estimated cost of gas to go from East Lansing to Grand Rapids is $8.71 (diesel $11.18).
Michigan gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.36 | $3.86 | $4.35 | $4.31 |
| Total | $8.71 | $10.01 | $11.3 | $11.18 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Michigan ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.355 (Diesel $4.306) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 18, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between East Lansing and Grand Rapids (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
