How far is Kalamazoo, MI from Mount Pleasant, MI?
The driving distance from Kalamazoo, MI to Mount Pleasant, MI is about 42.1 miles (67.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.6 miles (57.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 10m 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 01h 05m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Van Buren County, Michigan, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kalamazoo and Mount Pleasant.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kalamazoo and Mount Pleasant.
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Start on North Park Street
993 ft · 24 sec · North Park Street
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Turn left onto West Kalamazoo Avenue
3038 ft · 53 sec · West Kalamazoo Avenue
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Continue on West Kalamazoo Avenue
636 ft · 11 sec · West Kalamazoo Avenue
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Continue on Douglas Avenue
93 m · 11 sec · Douglas Avenue
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Turn straight onto West Main Street
9.9 mi · 16 min · West Main Street
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Continue straight
25 mi · 37 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward M-43
51 m · 3 sec · M-43
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Exit the roundabout onto M-43
1.2 mi · 2 min · M-43
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Turn right onto Blue Star Highway
4.9 mi · 8 min · Blue Star Highway
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Turn right onto Point Betsie Drive
61 m · 11 sec · Point Betsie Drive
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Continue on Point Betsie Drive
92 m · 14 sec · Point Betsie Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Little Sable Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kalamazoo and Mount Pleasant.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
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25 mi · 00h 37m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Kalamazoo and Showers And Thunderstorms near Mount Pleasant.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kalamazoo to Mount Pleasant?
The road trip is about 42.1 miles (67.8 km) and usually takes 01h 05m 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?
Breedsville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21 miles from Kalamazoo and 21.1 miles from Mount Pleasant.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.6 miles (57.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.5 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 4:20 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.62 one way or $11.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Kalamazoo and Showers And Thunderstorms near Mount Pleasant.
Stop Ideas Near Breedsville
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 Breedsville.
Bangor
Kalamazoo Transportation Center
Dowagiac station
St. Joseph
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kalamazoo and Mount Pleasant. Straight-line distance: 35.58 mi (57.26 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 Mount Pleasant
City in Isabella County, Michigan, United States
| Population | 24,274 |
| Coordinates | 42.4572500, -86.2472500 |
| Altitude | 198 |
| Country | United States |
End: Mount Pleasant (-86.24725, 42.45725)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 68 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
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 | $5.62 | $11.24 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.34 | $12.67 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.93 | $13.87 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.90 | $15.81 |
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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