How far is Fennville, MI from Grand Rapids, MI?
The driving distance from Fennville, MI to Grand Rapids, MI is about 42.3 miles (68 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 33.7 miles (54.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 36m 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 00h 48m.
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Halfway Point
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Township in Ottawa County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fennville and Grand Rapids.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fennville and Grand Rapids.
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Start on Sherman Street
41 m · 10 sec · Sherman Street
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Turn left onto East Main Street
1.2 km · 2 min · East Main Street
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Continue on 124th Avenue
5 mi · 7 min · 124th Avenue
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Take the ramp right
1984 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left onto Gerald R Ford Freeway
10.2 mi · 11 min · Gerald R Ford Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on Gerald R Ford Freeway
28.7 mi · 31 min · Gerald R Ford Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Market Avenue
1919 ft · 49 sec
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Turn right onto Market Avenue Southwest
2.3 mi · 5 min · Market Avenue Southwest
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Turn right onto Fulton Street West
1431 ft · 55 sec · Fulton Street West
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Fulton Street West
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fennville and Grand Rapids.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Gerald R Ford Freeway
Keep slight right to continue on Gerald R Ford Freeway
28.7 mi · 00h 31m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Fennville and Showers And Thunderstorms near Grand Rapids.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fennville to Grand Rapids?
The road trip is about 42.3 miles (68 km) and usually takes 00h 48m 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?
Zeeland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.9 miles from Fennville and 18.3 miles from Grand Rapids.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.7 miles (54.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.6 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 4:54 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 Showers And Thunderstorms around Fennville and Showers And Thunderstorms near Grand Rapids.
Stop Ideas Near Zeeland
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 Zeeland.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fennville and Grand Rapids. Straight-line distance: 33.69 mi (54.22 km).
#1 Fennville
City in Allegan County, Michigan, United States of America
| Population | 1,434 |
| Coordinates | 42.5939200, -86.1017000 |
| Altitude | 202 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Grand Rapids
The second most populous city in Michigan.
| Population | 200,031 |
| Coordinates | 42.9633600, -85.6680900 |
| Altitude | 195 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Fulton Street (-85.668092, 42.963219)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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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