How far is Lansing, MI from Maple Valley, MI?
The driving distance from Lansing, MI to Maple Valley, MI is about 134.2 miles (216 km), with a travel time of about 02h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 108.7 miles (175 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 08m 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 02h 34m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Isabella County, Michigan, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lansing and Maple Valley.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lansing and Maple Valley.
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Start on Townsend Street
7 m · 3 sec · Townsend Street
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Turn right onto West Allegan Street
861 ft · 32 sec · West Allegan Street
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Turn left onto Washington Square South
103 m · 12 sec · Washington Square South
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward East Michigan Avenue
6 m · 1 sec · East Michigan Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto East Michigan Avenue
2002 ft · 1 min · East Michigan Avenue
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Turn left onto North Larch Street
2639 ft · 1 min · North Larch Street
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Turn right onto East Saginaw Street
1.8 mi · 4 min · East Saginaw Street
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Turn left onto North Homer Street
157 m · 16 sec · North Homer Street
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Take the ramp straight toward US 127 North
1188 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left
112.7 mi · 1 hr 55 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Snow Bowl Road
2001 ft · 51 sec
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Turn right onto Snow Bowl Road
147 m · 19 sec · Snow Bowl Road
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Turn left onto South Harrison Road
2.5 mi · 4 min · South Harrison Road
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Turn right onto Federal Avenue
1.9 mi · 5 min · Federal Avenue
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Turn right onto West Houghton Lake Drive
6 mi · 9 min · West Houghton Lake Drive
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Turn straight onto West Branch Road
6.3 mi · 9 min · West Branch Road
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Turn right onto East West Branch Road
1.1 mi · 3 min · East West Branch Road
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Turn left onto South Maple Valley Road
5 m · 1 sec · South Maple Valley Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Maple Valley Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lansing and Maple Valley.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 127 North
Merge slight left
113 mi · 01h 55m
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 Maple Valley.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lansing to Maple Valley?
The road trip is about 134.2 miles (216 km) and usually takes 02h 34m 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?
Mount Pleasant is a useful midpoint, sitting about 67.1 miles from Lansing and 67.1 miles from Maple Valley.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 108.7 miles (175 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.5 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 1:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.84 one way or $35.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Lansing and Showers And Thunderstorms near Maple Valley.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lansing and Maple Valley. Straight-line distance: 108.72 mi (174.96 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 Maple Valley
Township in Montcalm County, Michigan
| Population | 1,136 |
| Coordinates | 44.3053000, -84.4911300 |
| Altitude | 374 |
| Country | United States |
End: Maple Valley (-84.49113, 44.3053)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 216 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 40m |
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 | $17.84 | $35.67 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $20.12 | $40.23 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $22.01 | $44.03 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $25.09 | $50.18 |
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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