How far is Essexville, MI from Lansing, MI?
Fastest route
The distance between Essexville, Michigan 48732 and Lansing, Michigan is approximately 89.8 miles, and the estimated travel time is 1 hour and 36 minutes via M-13 S and I-69 W.
Directions
To get from Essexville to Lansing, follow these directions:
- Head southwest on Woodside Ave toward Hart St.
- Turn right onto N Water St.
- Continue onto Woodside Ave.
- Continue onto Liberty Bridge/Vermont St.
- Follow Vermont St and turn left onto N Walnut St.
- Take I-75 S/US-23 S and I-675 S to N Jefferson Ave in Saginaw. Take exit 2 from I-675 S.
- Turn right onto E Jenny St.
- Take exit 140A to merge onto I-75 S/US-23 S toward Saginaw.
- Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 155 for I-675 toward Downtown Saginaw.
- Take exit 2 for Jefferson Ave toward M-13/Downtown.
- Get on I-69 W in Venice Township from M-13 S.
- Turn right onto N Jefferson Ave.
- Turn right onto Johnson St.
- Turn left onto N Washington Ave.
- Continue onto M-13 S/East St.
- Use the right lane to take the ramp to Lansing.
- Continue on I-69 W to Lansing.
- Take exit 94 for I-69BL toward E Lansing.
- Continue onto I-69BL/E Saginaw St.
- Slight right onto I-69BL/E Grand River Ave.
- Continue to follow I-69BL.
- Follow N Walnut St to Townsend St.
- Turn left onto N Walnut St.
- Turn left onto W Allegan St.
- Turn right onto Townsend St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 It is advisable to use a GPS or navigation app to follow the route accurately.
- ⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
- 🚦 Pay attention to traffic signs and road conditions along the way.
- 🕑 Consider the estimated travel time and plan accordingly to avoid rush hours or delays.
- 📱 Keep your mobile phone charged and accessible for any necessary communication.
- 🥪 Pack snacks and drinks for the trip, especially if you prefer to avoid frequent stops.
- 🧳 Don't forget to bring any necessary personal belongings, such as identification, wallet, and travel documents.
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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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 39m.
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.
The largest city in Genesee County, Michigan.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Snow Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Essexville and Lansing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Essexville and Lansing.
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Start on Woodside Avenue
1594 ft · 45 sec · Woodside Avenue
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Turn left onto Scheurmann Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Scheurmann Street
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Continue on North Scheurmann Road
3217 ft · 2 min · North Scheurmann Road
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4
Turn right onto Center Avenue
1.9 mi · 2 min · Center Avenue
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5
Turn left onto North Madison Avenue
741 ft · 11 sec · North Madison Avenue
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Turn right onto 7th Street
1449 ft · 23 sec · 7th Street
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Continue on Veterans Memorial Bridge
2884 ft · 39 sec · Veterans Memorial Bridge
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Continue on East Jenny Street
2.4 mi · 3 min · East Jenny Street
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Continue straight
671 ft · 8 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Saginaw
1158 ft · 39 sec
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11
Merge slight left
36.7 mi · 39 min
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12
Keep slight left
7.8 mi · 8 min
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13
Take the exit slight right toward I 69: Port Huron, Lansing
1214 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 69: Port Huron, Lansing
1894 ft · 46 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 69 East, I 69 West: Port Huron, Lansing
976 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 69 West: Lansing
1.1 km · 1 min
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17
Merge slight left onto Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
37.2 mi · 38 min · Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward BL I 69: East Lansing
6.8 mi · 11 min
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Turn straight onto East Grand River Avenue
1143 ft · 37 sec · East Grand River Avenue
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Turn left onto North Howard Avenue
913 ft · 27 sec · North Howard Avenue
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Take the ramp slight left toward US 127 South
1070 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left
2147 ft · 26 sec
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23
Take the exit slight right toward I 496 West: Downtown Lansing
3233 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Ransom E Olds Freeway
1.9 mi · 2 min · Ransom E Olds Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Downtown
1488 ft · 38 sec
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Turn right onto South Walnut Street
2269 ft · 1 min · South Walnut Street
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Turn right onto West Allegan Street
126 m · 12 sec · West Allegan Street
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Turn right onto Townsend Street
7 m · 1 sec · Townsend Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Townsend Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Essexville and Lansing.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
Merge slight left onto Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
37.2 mi · 00h 38m
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.
Slight Chance Snow Showers leaving Essexville and Chance Snow Showers near Lansing.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Essexville to Lansing?
The road trip is about 104.9 miles (168.8 km) and usually takes 01h 39m 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?
Flint is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50.6 miles from Essexville and 54.3 miles from Lansing.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 70.8 miles (113.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.1 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 3:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.95 one way or $27.91 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Snow Showers around Essexville and Chance Snow Showers near Lansing.
Stop Ideas Near Flint
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 Flint.
Flint station
Durand Union Station
Lapeer station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Essexville and Lansing. Straight-line distance: 70.81 mi (113.95 km).
#1 Essexville
City in Bay County in the U.
| Population | 3,244 |
| Coordinates | 43.6153000, -83.8419200 |
| Altitude | 178 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lansing
The capital of Michigan and the county seat of Ingham County.
| Population | 112,640 |
| Coordinates | 42.7325300, -84.5555300 |
| Altitude | 260 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Allegan Street (-84.555529, 42.732588)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 169 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 18m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $13.95 | $27.91 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $15.74 | $31.47 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $17.22 | $34.44 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $19.62 | $39.25 |
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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