How far is Lansing, MI from Hubbard Lake, MI?

The driving distance from Lansing, MI to Hubbard Lake, MI is about 202.6 miles (326 km), with a travel time of about 04h 14m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 148.9 miles (239.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 29m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EST.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
202.54 mi
04h 14m
Flight
148.88 mi
239.6 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
148.88 mi
Kilometers
239.6 km
Flight Time
00h 17m

Driving Distance

Road route
202.54 mi
Kilometers
325.96 km
Drive Time
04h 14m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 14m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Hubbard Lake
Sun, Nov 8, 12:43 PM EST
Return by in Lansing
Sun, Nov 8, 4:57 PM EST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Lansing
2026-11-08T08:28
Arrive Hubbard Lake
Sun, Nov 8, 12:43 PM EST
Route Timing
04h 14m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EST
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
10:15 AM to 12:15 PM EST

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
8:30 AM EST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Lansing
9:00 PM EST
Early departure recommended

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Beaver
MI

Township in Newaygo County, Michigan

From Lansing
101.2 mi
02h 07m
To Hubbard Lake
101.3 mi
02h 07m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
56°F
Sunday

Partly Sunny

Starts
Sun, Nov 8 6:00 AM EST
Wind
10 to 16 mph WSW
Destination
56°F
Sunday

Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sun, Nov 8 6:00 AM EST
Wind
5 to 15 mph W

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Lansing and Hubbard Lake.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lansing and Hubbard Lake.

  1. 1

    Start on Townsend Street

    7 m · 3 sec · Townsend Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto West Allegan Street

    861 ft · 32 sec · West Allegan Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Washington Square South

    103 m · 12 sec · Washington Square South

  4. 4

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward East Michigan Avenue

    6 m · 1 sec · East Michigan Avenue

  5. 5

    Exit the roundabout onto East Michigan Avenue

    2002 ft · 1 min · East Michigan Avenue

  6. 6

    Turn left onto North Larch Street

    2639 ft · 1 min · North Larch Street

  7. 7

    Turn right onto East Saginaw Street

    1.9 mi · 4 min · East Saginaw Street

  8. 8

    Keep slight left to continue on East Saginaw Street

    5 mi · 8 min · East Saginaw Street

  9. 9

    Continue on Saginaw Highway

    1.1 km · 1 min · Saginaw Highway

  10. 10

    Take the ramp straight

    1136 ft · 28 sec

  11. 11

    Keep slight right

    38 mi · 39 min

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right toward I 75, US 23: Saginaw, Detroit

    1999 ft · 49 sec

  13. 13

    Keep slight left to continue on I 75 North, US 23 North: Saginaw

    2460 ft · 1 min

  14. 14

    Continue on I 75 North, US 23 North: Saginaw

    587 ft · 20 sec

  15. 15

    Merge slight left

    46.8 mi · 50 min

  16. 16

    Keep slight left

    26.6 mi · 27 min

  17. 17

    Take the exit slight right toward M 61: Standish, Gladwin

    2011 ft · 51 sec

  18. 18

    Turn right onto M-61

    2.1 mi · 3 min · M-61

  19. 19

    Continue on West Cedar Street

    3191 ft · 1 min · West Cedar Street

  20. 20

    Turn left onto North Main Street

    2903 ft · 1 min · North Main Street

  21. 21

    Continue on West Huron Road

    6.3 mi · 9 min · West Huron Road

  22. 22

    Continue on West Center Road

    1 km · 1 min · West Center Road

  23. 23

    Continue on East Huron Road

    2 mi · 3 min · East Huron Road

  24. 24

    Turn left onto North Hale Road

    4 mi · 5 min · North Hale Road

  25. 25

    Continue on State Street

    1.1 mi · 2 min · State Street

  26. 26

    Continue on Hale Road

    2.9 mi · 3 min · Hale Road

  27. 27

    Continue on State Highway 65

    4.5 mi · 5 min · State Highway 65

  28. 28

    Continue on South Bullock Street

    1.6 km · 1 min · South Bullock Street

  29. 29

    Continue on State Highway 65

    4.5 mi · 5 min · State Highway 65

  30. 30

    Continue on M 65

    4.4 mi · 5 min · M 65

  31. 31

    Continue on State Highway 65

    1.5 mi · 2 min · State Highway 65

  32. 32

    Continue on M 65

    4 mi · 5 min · M 65

  33. 33

    Continue on State Highway 65

    10.9 mi · 13 min · State Highway 65

  34. 34

    Continue on Baker Road

    1.5 mi · 2 min · Baker Road

  35. 35

    Continue on South State Road

    3.2 mi · 4 min · South State Road

  36. 36

    Continue on State Highway 65

    6.3 mi · 7 min · State Highway 65

  37. 37

    Turn right

    10.9 mi · 13 min

  38. 38

    Turn left onto South Hubbard Lake Road

    7 mi · 27 min · South Hubbard Lake Road

  39. 39

    Turn left onto West Mount Maria Road

    1 km · 2 min · West Mount Maria Road

  40. 40

    Turn right onto Hill Street

    1334 ft · 1 min · Hill Street

  41. 41

    Turn left onto John Street

    86 m · 13 sec · John Street

  42. 42

    Turn right onto Susan Avenue

    614 ft · 27 sec · Susan Avenue

  43. 43

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Susan Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Lansing and Hubbard Lake.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
43 steps
15 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
1 merges, 5 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
21.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 75 North
74 mi · 37%
Saginaw Highway
38.9 mi · 19%
State Highway 65
27.7 mi · 14%
M 65
8.39 mi · 4%
East Saginaw Street
6.98 mi · 3%
South Hubbard Lake Road
6.96 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

I 75 North

Merge slight left

46.8 mi · 00h 50m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
04h 14m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
08h 30m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+53.7 mi
148.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Beaver
02h 07m from Lansing
Leave By
8:30 AM EST
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Partly Sunny leaving Lansing and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Hubbard Lake.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Lansing to Hubbard Lake?

The road trip is about 202.6 miles (326 km) and usually takes 04h 14m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Beaver is a useful midpoint, sitting about 101.2 miles from Lansing and 101.3 miles from Hubbard Lake.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 148.9 miles (239.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 53.7 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:30 AM EST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.55 one way or $61.10 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 63.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Lansing and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Hubbard Lake.

Stop Ideas Near Beaver

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Beaver and the surrounding midpoint area.
Old City Hall
Food stop 8.8 mi away

Old City Hall

Bay City , MI
814 Saginaw St, Bay City, MI 48708
Rating 4.5/5 660 reviews Fine dining restaurant,Bar,Restaurant
Bay City Hall
Meeting point 9.1 mi away

Bay City Hall

Bay City , MI
301 Washington Ave, Bay City, MI 48708
Rating 3.7/5 14 reviews City government office

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Beaver.

BUS

Bay City, MI

19 mi away
1124 Washington Avenue
BUS

Saginaw, MI

33 mi away
511 Johnson Street
BUS

Tawas City, MI

74 mi away
1020 West Lake Street
BUS

Owosso, MI

80 mi away
109 Comstock Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Lansing and Hubbard Lake. Straight-line distance: 148.88 mi (239.6 km).

Lansing

#1 Lansing

The capital of Michigan and the county seat of Ingham County.

Population112,640
Coordinates42.7325300, -84.5555300
Altitude260
CountryUnited States
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#2 Hubbard Lake

Hubbard Lake is a place in Michigan, United States.

Population0
Coordinates44.7597300, -83.5444200
Altitude228
CountryUnited States
Start: Lansing (-84.55553, 42.73253)
End: Hubbard Lake (-83.54442, 44.75973)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 326 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 44m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 03m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 03m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 22m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 53m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 31m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.15 gal
27.05 L · about $30.55
Round trip
$61.10
14.3 gal · 54.1 L
Estimated CO2
63.5 kg one way
Round trip: 127.1 kg / 280 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.27 $30.55 $61.10
Mid-grade $4.96 $35.49 $70.99
Premium $5.56 $39.74 $79.48
Diesel $6.58 $47.05 $94.09

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Michigan · Nov 07, 2026

There is no time difference between Lansing and Hubbard Lake. The current time is 08:28:14.

Distance to Other Cities

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