How far is Lansing, MI from Pierson, MI?
The driving distance from Lansing, MI to Pierson, MI is about 93.4 miles (150.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 62.5 miles (100.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 30m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 45m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Kent County, Michigan, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lansing and Pierson.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lansing and Pierson.
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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
20.2 mi · 21 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Sand Lake
2261 ft · 57 sec
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Turn right onto 22 Mile Road Northeast
2037 ft · 56 sec · 22 Mile Road Northeast
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Continue on West Lake Street Northeast
1.2 km · 2 min · West Lake Street Northeast
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Continue on East Lake Street
724 ft · 24 sec · East Lake Street
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Turn left onto North 3rd Street Northeast
927 ft · 18 sec · North 3rd Street Northeast
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Continue on Federal Road
1.7 mi · 2 min · Federal Road
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Continue on 4th Street
1396 ft · 33 sec · 4th Street
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Turn left onto Grand Street
106 m · 20 sec · Grand Street
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Turn right onto 3rd Street
45 m · 7 sec · 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lansing and Pierson.
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Lansing and Rain Showers near Pierson.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lansing to Pierson?
The road trip is about 93.4 miles (150.3 km) and usually takes 01h 45m 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 46.6 miles from Lansing and 46.8 miles from Pierson.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 62.5 miles (100.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.9 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 3:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.16 one way or $30.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Lansing and Rain Showers near Pierson.
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.
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Vernon J. Ehlers Station
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Holland station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lansing and Pierson. Straight-line distance: 62.54 mi (100.65 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 Pierson
Township in Montcalm County, Michigan
| Population | 174 |
| Coordinates | 43.3197500, -85.4978100 |
| Altitude | 277 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pierson (-85.49781, 43.31975)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 150 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 09m |
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 | $4.59 | $15.16 | $30.32 |
| Mid-grade | $5.25 | $17.31 | $34.62 |
| Premium | $5.85 | $19.29 | $38.58 |
| Diesel | $6.48 | $21.38 | $42.77 |
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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