How far is Kalamazoo, MI from Kentwood, MI?
The driving distance from Kalamazoo, MI to Kentwood, MI is about 45 miles (72.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 40 miles (64.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 44m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 52m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village in Michigan, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kalamazoo and Kentwood.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kalamazoo and Kentwood.
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Start on North Park Street
1.3 mi · 2 min · North Park Street
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Continue straight
4.7 mi · 5 min
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Merge slight left
36.8 mi · 39 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 54th Street
2097 ft · 55 sec
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Turn right onto 54th Street Southwest
1.1 km · 1 min · 54th Street Southwest
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Continue on Kellogg Woods Drive Southeast
1702 ft · 42 sec · Kellogg Woods Drive Southeast
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Continue on 52nd Street Southeast
1.4 km · 2 min · 52nd Street Southeast
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Turn left
37 m · 9 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 Kalamazoo and Kentwood.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Park Street
Merge slight left
36.8 mi · 00h 39m
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.
Sunny leaving Kalamazoo and Mostly Sunny near Kentwood.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kalamazoo to Kentwood?
The road trip is about 45 miles (72.5 km) and usually takes 00h 52m 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?
Martin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.6 miles from Kalamazoo and 22.6 miles from Kentwood.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 40 miles (64.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 4:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.00 one way or $11.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Kalamazoo and Mostly Sunny near Kentwood.
Stop Ideas Near Martin
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 Martin.
Kalamazoo Transportation Center
Battle Creek Transportation Center
Bangor
Vernon J. Ehlers Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kalamazoo and Kentwood. Straight-line distance: 40.03 mi (64.42 km).
#1 Kalamazoo
The second most populous city in Kalamazoo County, Michigan.
| Population | 76,009 |
| Coordinates | 42.2917100, -85.5872300 |
| Altitude | 239 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kentwood
Town of the United States
| Population | 51,719 |
| Coordinates | 42.8694700, -85.6447500 |
| Altitude | 210 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kentwood (-85.64475, 42.86947)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 73 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $6.00 | $11.99 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.76 | $13.52 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.40 | $14.80 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.43 | $16.87 |
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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