How far is Lansing, MI from Howard City, MI?
The driving distance from Lansing, MI to Howard City, MI is about 98.9 miles (159.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 64.9 miles (104.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 41m 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 50m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Kent County, Michigan, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lansing and Howard City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lansing and Howard City.
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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
4.5 mi · 5 min · Ransom E Olds Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 69 North, I 96 West: Flint, Grand Rapids
1.2 mi · 1 min
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Merge slight left
2.9 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 96 West: Grand Rapids
53.7 mi · 58 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 96 West, M 37 North: Muskegon
5.7 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 131 North: Cadillac, Big Rapids
1399 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
23.8 mi · 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Pierson
2575 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto West Cannonsville Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · West Cannonsville Road
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Turn left onto Federal Road
3.1 mi · 4 min · Federal Road
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Continue on South Ensley Street
1 mi · 2 min · South Ensley Street
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Turn right onto East Shaw Street
151 m · 14 sec · East Shaw Street
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Turn slight right onto Emory Street
36 m · 3 sec · Emory Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Emory Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lansing and Howard City.
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 West
Keep slight left to continue on I 96 West: Grand Rapids
53.7 mi · 00h 58m
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 Lansing and Showers And Thunderstorms near Howard City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lansing to Howard City?
The road trip is about 98.9 miles (159.2 km) and usually takes 01h 50m 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?
Lowell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.4 miles from Lansing and 49.5 miles from Howard City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 64.9 miles (104.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 34 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 2:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.16 one way or $26.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Lansing and Showers And Thunderstorms near Howard City.
Stop Ideas Near Lowell
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 Lowell.
Rockford, Michigan
Vernon J. Ehlers Station
Howard City, Michigan
Holland station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lansing and Howard City. Straight-line distance: 64.96 mi (104.54 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 Howard City
City in Howard County, Nebraska, United States of America
| Population | 1,819 |
| Coordinates | 43.3955800, -85.4678200 |
| Altitude | 268 |
| Country | United States |
End: Howard City (-85.46782, 43.39558)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 159 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 14m |
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 | $13.16 | $26.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.84 | $29.69 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.24 | $32.48 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.51 | $37.02 |
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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