How far is Lansing, MI from Cedar Creek, MI?
The driving distance from Lansing, MI to Cedar Creek, MI is about 51.6 miles (83 km), with a travel time of about 01h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 41.9 miles (67.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 39m 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
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 19m.
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.
Township in Eaton County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lansing and Cedar Creek.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lansing and Cedar Creek.
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Start on Townsend Street
7 m · 6 sec · Townsend Street
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Turn left onto West Allegan Street
126 m · 16 sec · West Allegan Street
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Turn left onto South Walnut Street
2269 ft · 1 min · South Walnut Street
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Turn right onto West Saint Joseph Street
1098 ft · 24 sec · West Saint Joseph Street
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 496 West
2258 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left onto Ransom E Olds Freeway
2913 ft · 36 sec · Ransom E Olds Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Lansing Road
2371 ft · 1 min
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Continue on West Main Street
1638 ft · 26 sec · West Main Street
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Continue on Lansing Road
6.5 mi · 9 min · Lansing Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 69 South: Ft Wayne
1499 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
8.9 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward BL I 69: Lansing Rd, Charlotte
2127 ft · 52 sec
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Turn right onto Lansing Street
1.5 km · 1 min · Lansing Street
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Continue on East Lawrence Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · East Lawrence Avenue
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Continue on West Lawrence Highway
8.1 mi · 12 min · West Lawrence Highway
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Turn left onto South Ionia Road
4 mi · 10 min · South Ionia Road
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Turn right onto Five Point Highway
3 mi · 4 min · Five Point Highway
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Continue on Butler Road
3 mi · 4 min · Butler Road
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Turn left onto South M-66 Highway
1 mi · 1 min · South M-66 Highway
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Turn right onto Lacey Road
6.7 mi · 9 min · Lacey Road
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Continue on East Pifer Road
3.5 mi · 5 min · East Pifer Road
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Turn right onto Cedar Creek Road
1.4 mi · 6 min · Cedar Creek Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Cedar Creek Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lansing and Cedar Creek.
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.
I 69 South
Merge slight left
8.88 mi · 00h 10m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Lansing and Chance Rain Showers near Cedar Creek.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lansing to Cedar Creek?
The road trip is about 51.6 miles (83 km) and usually takes 01h 19m 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?
Chester is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.7 miles from Lansing and 25.8 miles from Cedar Creek.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 41.9 miles (67.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.7 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 3:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.86 one way or $13.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Lansing and Chance Rain Showers near Cedar Creek.
Stop Ideas Near Chester
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 Chester.
East Lansing station
Battle Creek Transportation Center
Albion station
Jackson station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lansing and Cedar Creek. Straight-line distance: 41.89 mi (67.42 km).
#1 Lansing
The capital of Michigan and the county seat of Ingham County.
| Population | 112,640 |
| Coordinates | 42.7325300, -84.5555300 |
| Altitude | 260 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cedar Creek
Township in Barry County, Michigan
| Population | 1,819 |
| Coordinates | 42.5203100, -85.3275100 |
| Altitude | 278 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cedar Creek (-85.32751, 42.52031)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 83 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
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 | $6.86 | $13.73 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.74 | $15.48 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.47 | $16.94 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.65 | $19.31 |
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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