How far is Grand Rapids, MI from Lakeview, MI?
The driving distance from Grand Rapids, MI to Lakeview, MI is about 47.8 miles (76.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 38.8 miles (62.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 58m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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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 59m.
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 Rapids and Lakeview.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grand Rapids and Lakeview.
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Start on Fulton Street West
1431 ft · 59 sec · Fulton Street West
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Turn left onto Market Avenue Southwest
943 ft · 34 sec · Market Avenue Southwest
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Take the ramp right toward US 131 North: Cadillac
944 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left
34.5 mi · 36 min
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Take the exit slight right toward M 46
2891 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto West Edgar Road
1.6 mi · 2 min · West Edgar Road
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Continue on Howard City Edmore Road
9.1 mi · 12 min · Howard City Edmore Road
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Turn left onto Youngman Road
2623 ft · 2 min · Youngman Road
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Continue on Edgar Street
968 ft · 43 sec · Edgar Street
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Turn right onto 1st Street
1158 ft · 56 sec · 1st Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Lincoln Avenue
79 m · 7 sec · South Lincoln Avenue
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Continue on North Lincoln Street
112 m · 10 sec · North Lincoln Street
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Continue on North Lincoln Avenue
115 m · 15 sec · North Lincoln Avenue
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Turn right onto East North Street
2098 ft · 2 min · East North Street
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Turn left onto Faith Drive
30 m · 7 sec · Faith Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Faith Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Grand Rapids and Lakeview.
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
34.5 mi · 00h 36m
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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Grand Rapids and Mostly Cloudy near Lakeview.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Grand Rapids to Lakeview?
The road trip is about 47.8 miles (76.9 km) and usually takes 00h 59m 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 23.9 miles from Grand Rapids and 23.9 miles from Lakeview.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 38.8 miles (62.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 9 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 4:32 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.33 one way or $14.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Grand Rapids and Mostly Cloudy near Lakeview.
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 Rapids and Lakeview. Straight-line distance: 38.82 mi (62.48 km).
#1 Grand Rapids
The second most populous city in Michigan.
| Population | 200,031 |
| Coordinates | 42.9633600, -85.6680900 |
| Altitude | 195 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lakeview
Lakeview is a place in Michigan, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 43.4464200, -85.2742000 |
| Altitude | 291 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lakeview (-85.2742, 43.44642)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 77 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
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 | $4.34 | $7.33 | $14.67 |
| Mid-grade | $5.02 | $8.49 | $16.97 |
| Premium | $5.62 | $9.49 | $18.99 |
| Diesel | $6.61 | $11.17 | $22.34 |
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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