How far is Grand Ledge, MI from Cadillac, MI?
The driving distance from Grand Ledge, MI to Cadillac, MI is about 148.8 miles (239.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 108.6 miles (174.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 20m 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 02h 40m.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Grand Ledge and Cadillac.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grand Ledge and Cadillac.
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Start on West Jefferson Street
14 m · 9 sec · West Jefferson Street
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Turn left onto South Bridge Street
2303 ft · 1 min · South Bridge Street
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Continue on North Clinton Street
1911 ft · 54 sec · North Clinton Street
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Continue on North Hartel Road
2835 ft · 44 sec · North Hartel Road
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Continue on Wright Road
2.1 mi · 3 min · Wright Road
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Take the ramp left toward I 96 West: Grand Rapids
1665 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
48.7 mi · 52 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 96 West, M 37 North: Muskegon
5.7 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 131 North: Cadillac, Big Rapids
1399 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
87.6 mi · 1 hr 28 min
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Take the exit slight right toward BUS US 131: Mitchell St
1492 ft · 41 sec
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Turn left onto South Mitchell Street
2.5 mi · 5 min · South Mitchell Street
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Turn left onto West Pine Street
29 m · 3 sec · West Pine Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Pine Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Grand Ledge and Cadillac.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 131 North
Merge slight left
87.6 mi · 01h 28m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Grand Ledge and Rain Likely near Cadillac.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Grand Ledge to Cadillac?
The road trip is about 148.8 miles (239.4 km) and usually takes 02h 40m 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?
Cedar Springs is a useful midpoint, sitting about 74.3 miles from Grand Ledge and 74.4 miles from Cadillac.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 108.6 miles (174.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 40.2 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:10 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.12 one way or $48.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Grand Ledge and Rain Likely near Cadillac.
Stop Ideas Near Cedar Springs
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 Cedar Springs.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Grand Ledge and Cadillac. Straight-line distance: 108.62 mi (174.8 km).
#1 Grand Ledge
City in Michigan, United States of America
| Population | 7,881 |
| Coordinates | 42.7533700, -84.7463800 |
| Altitude | 255 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cadillac
City in the U.
| Population | 10,519 |
| Coordinates | 44.2519500, -85.4011600 |
| Altitude | 398 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cadillac (-85.40116, 44.25195)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 239 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 51m |
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 | $4.59 | $24.12 | $48.24 |
| Mid-grade | $5.25 | $27.54 | $55.08 |
| Premium | $5.85 | $30.69 | $61.37 |
| Diesel | $6.48 | $34.02 | $68.04 |
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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