How far is Grand Ledge, MI from Spring Arbor, MI?
The driving distance from Grand Ledge, MI to Spring Arbor, MI is about 56.7 miles (91.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 08m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 39.1 miles (63 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 16m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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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 08m.
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.
Township in Mason County, 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 Ledge and Spring Arbor.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grand Ledge and Spring Arbor.
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Start on West Jefferson Street
2644 ft · 1 min · West Jefferson Street
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Continue on South Clinton Street
2635 ft · 1 min · South Clinton Street
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Turn left onto East Saginaw Highway
3.4 mi · 5 min · East Saginaw Highway
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Take the ramp straight toward I 69 South, I 96 East: Fort Wayne, Detroit
2815 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
2.8 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 96 East: Detroit
9.8 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 127 South: Jackson
2759 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight right
28.6 mi · 31 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94 West: Chicago
2404 ft · 59 sec
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Merge slight left
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward M 60, I 94 Business: Spring Arbor, Jackson
7.8 mi · 11 min
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Turn left
53 m · 13 sec
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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 Ledge and Spring Arbor.
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 127 South
Merge slight right
28.6 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.
Partly Sunny leaving Grand Ledge and Mostly Sunny near Spring Arbor.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Grand Ledge to Spring Arbor?
The road trip is about 56.7 miles (91.3 km) and usually takes 01h 08m 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?
Eden is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.3 miles from Grand Ledge and 28.4 miles from Spring Arbor.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 39.1 miles (63 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.6 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:14 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.42 one way or $16.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Grand Ledge and Mostly Sunny near Spring Arbor.
Stop Ideas Near Eden
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 Eden.
East Lansing station
Jackson station
Albion station
Durand Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Grand Ledge and Spring Arbor. Straight-line distance: 39.15 mi (63.01 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 Spring Arbor
Census-designated place in Jackson County, Michigan
| Population | 7,734 |
| Coordinates | 42.2050400, -84.5527400 |
| Altitude | 305 |
| Country | United States |
End: Spring Arbor (-84.55274, 42.20504)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 91 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 42m |
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 | $4.21 | $8.42 | $16.83 |
| Mid-grade | $4.90 | $9.80 | $19.60 |
| Premium | $5.49 | $10.99 | $21.97 |
| Diesel | $6.55 | $13.09 | $26.19 |
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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