How far is Grand Rapids, MI from Norton Shores, MI?
The driving distance from Grand Rapids, MI to Norton Shores, MI is about 38.7 miles (62.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 33.2 miles (53.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 33m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Ottawa County, Michigan, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Grand Rapids and Norton Shores.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grand Rapids and Norton Shores.
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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
3.2 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 96, M 37: Muskegon, Lansing
2409 ft · 35 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 96: Muskegon
1550 ft · 22 sec
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Keep slight right
993 ft · 14 sec
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Merge slight right
30.4 mi · 33 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 31 South: Airline Road, Grand Haven, Holland
109 m · 20 sec
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Turn left onto Airline Road
1484 ft · 30 sec · Airline Road
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Turn slight left onto Airport Road
1.6 km · 2 min · Airport Road
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Continue on Wellesley Drive
1.5 km · 2 min · Wellesley Drive
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Turn right onto Randall Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Randall Road
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Turn left onto Henry Street
1389 ft · 38 sec · Henry Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Henry Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Grand Rapids and Norton Shores.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 96
Merge slight right
30.4 mi · 00h 33m
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.
Slight Chance Snow Showers leaving Grand Rapids and Slight Chance Snow Showers near Norton Shores.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Grand Rapids to Norton Shores?
The road trip is about 38.7 miles (62.3 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Coopersville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.3 miles from Grand Rapids and 19.4 miles from Norton Shores.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.2 miles (53.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.5 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 4:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.17 one way or $10.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Snow Showers around Grand Rapids and Slight Chance Snow Showers near Norton Shores.
Stop Ideas Near Coopersville
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 Coopersville.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Grand Rapids and Norton Shores. Straight-line distance: 33.26 mi (53.53 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 Norton Shores
City in Muskegon County, Michigan, United States of America
| Population | 24,623 |
| Coordinates | 43.1689000, -86.2639500 |
| Altitude | 187 |
| Country | United States |
End: Norton Shores (-86.26395, 43.1689)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 62 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
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 | $5.17 | $10.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.83 | $11.65 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.38 | $12.75 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.27 | $14.53 |
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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