How far is Grand Rapids, MI from Matteson, MI?
The driving distance from Grand Rapids, MI to Matteson, MI is about 98 miles (157.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 74.7 miles (120.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 58m 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
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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 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.
The second most populous city in Kalamazoo County, Michigan.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Rain Showers Likely
Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Grand Rapids and Matteson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grand Rapids and Matteson.
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Start on Fulton Street West
587 ft · 30 sec · Fulton Street West
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Turn left onto Ionia Avenue Southwest
1288 ft · 50 sec · Ionia Avenue Southwest
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Turn right onto Cherry Street Southwest
87 m · 16 sec · Cherry Street Southwest
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Take the ramp left toward US 131 South: Kalamazoo
1411 ft · 35 sec
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Merge slight right
43.6 mi · 47 min
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Keep slight right
25.3 mi · 28 min
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Turn left onto North Main Street
3.3 mi · 5 min · North Main Street
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Turn slight left onto State Highway 86
4.1 mi · 6 min · State Highway 86
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Continue on West Burr Oak Street
1.2 km · 1 min · West Burr Oak Street
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Turn slight left onto West Main Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 86
5 mi · 8 min · State Highway 86
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Turn left onto State Highway 66
1.7 mi · 3 min · State Highway 66
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Turn slight right onto State Highway 86
4.3 mi · 6 min · State Highway 86
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Continue on South Street
1434 ft · 24 sec · South Street
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Turn straight onto South Blackstone Avenue
1006 ft · 21 sec · South Blackstone Avenue
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Turn right onto East State Street
1.2 km · 2 min · East State Street
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Continue on Colon Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Colon Road
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Turn straight onto West Colon Road
5.4 mi · 7 min · West Colon Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Colon Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Grand Rapids and Matteson.
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 South
Merge slight right
43.6 mi · 00h 47m
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 Rapids and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Matteson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Grand Rapids to Matteson?
The road trip is about 98 miles (157.7 km) and usually takes 01h 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?
Kalamazoo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49 miles from Grand Rapids and 49 miles from Matteson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 74.7 miles (120.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.3 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 2:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.05 one way or $26.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Grand Rapids and Partly Sunny then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Matteson.
Stop Ideas Near Kalamazoo
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 Kalamazoo.
Kalamazoo Transportation Center
Battle Creek Transportation Center
Bangor
Dowagiac station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Grand Rapids and Matteson. Straight-line distance: 74.71 mi (120.23 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 Matteson
Township in Branch County, Michigan
| Population | 1,196 |
| Coordinates | 41.9411600, -85.1905300 |
| Altitude | 275 |
| Country | United States |
End: Matteson (-85.19053, 41.94116)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 158 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 15m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 13m |
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 | $13.05 | $26.10 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.72 | $29.43 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.10 | $32.21 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.35 | $36.70 |
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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