How far is Grand Haven, MI from Waverly, MI?
The driving distance from Grand Haven, MI to Waverly, MI is about 20.6 miles (33.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.4 miles (31.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 05m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 32m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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 in Ottawa County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Grand Haven and Waverly.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grand Haven and Waverly.
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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
17.6 mi · 24 min · US-31
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Take the exit slight right toward Lakewood Boulevard
1609 ft · 47 sec
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Turn left onto East Lakewood Boulevard
2598 ft · 55 sec · East Lakewood Boulevard
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Turn right onto 120th Avenue
80 m · 6 sec · 120th Avenue
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Turn right
2554 ft · 3 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Grand Haven and Waverly.
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
17.6 mi · 00h 24m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Grand Haven and Chance Rain Showers near Waverly.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Grand Haven to Waverly?
The road trip is about 20.6 miles (33.1 km) and usually takes 00h 32m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Port Sheldon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.3 miles from Grand Haven and 10.3 miles from Waverly.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.4 miles (31.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:24 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.17 one way or $6.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Grand Haven and Chance Rain Showers near Waverly.
Stop Ideas Near Port Sheldon
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 Port Sheldon.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Grand Haven and Waverly. Straight-line distance: 19.4 mi (31.22 km).
#1 Grand Haven
City in Michigan
| Population | 11,040 |
| Coordinates | 43.0630700, -86.2283900 |
| Altitude | 184 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Waverly
Waverly is a place in Michigan, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 42.8019700, -86.0872600 |
| Altitude | 181 |
| Country | United States |
End: Waverly (-86.08726, 42.80197)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 33 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.34 | $3.17 | $6.33 |
| Mid-grade | $5.02 | $3.67 | $7.33 |
| Premium | $5.62 | $4.10 | $8.20 |
| Diesel | $6.61 | $4.82 | $9.65 |
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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