How far is Grand Haven, MI from Jamestown, MI?
The driving distance from Grand Haven, MI to Jamestown, MI is about 32.1 miles (51.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 25.5 miles (41 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 31m 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 00h 45m.
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.
Unincorporated community in Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Grand Haven and Jamestown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grand Haven and Jamestown.
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Start on Washington Avenue
2203 ft · 55 sec · Washington Avenue
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Turn right onto South Beacon Boulevard
1.3 mi · 2 min · South Beacon Boulevard
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Continue on US-31
15.4 mi · 21 min · US-31
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Continue straight
741 ft · 25 sec
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Turn right onto Quincy Street
8.1 mi · 11 min · Quincy Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto 64th Avenue
622 ft · 10 sec · 64th Avenue
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Turn right onto Chicago Drive
610 ft · 10 sec · Chicago Drive
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Continue on Chicago Drive
1.2 mi · 2 min · Chicago Drive
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Turn right onto 56th Avenue
1758 ft · 33 sec · 56th Avenue
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Turn left onto Quincy Street
1 mi · 1 min · Quincy Street
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Turn right onto 48th Avenue
1 mi · 1 min · 48th Avenue
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Turn left onto Riley Street
3 mi · 4 min · Riley Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Riley Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Grand Haven and Jamestown.
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.
US-31
Continue on US-31
15.4 mi · 00h 21m
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 Grand Haven and Partly Sunny near Jamestown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Grand Haven to Jamestown?
The road trip is about 32.1 miles (51.6 km) and usually takes 00h 45m 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?
Beechwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16 miles from Grand Haven and 16 miles from Jamestown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 25.5 miles (41 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.6 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 4:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.26 one way or $8.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Grand Haven and Partly Sunny near Jamestown.
Stop Ideas Near Beechwood
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 Beechwood.
Holland station
Vernon J. Ehlers Station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Grand Haven and Jamestown. Straight-line distance: 25.49 mi (41.03 km).
#1 Grand Haven
City in Michigan
| Population | 11,040 |
| Coordinates | 43.0630700, -86.2283900 |
| Altitude | 184 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jamestown
Jamestown is a place in Michigan, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 42.8255800, -85.8425300 |
| Altitude | 217 |
| Country | United States |
End: Jamestown (-85.84253, 42.82558)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 52 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
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 | $4.26 | $8.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.81 | $9.61 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.26 | $10.52 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.99 | $11.99 |
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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