How far is Luther, MI from Pine Grove Beach, MI?
The driving distance from Luther, MI to Pine Grove Beach, MI is about 31.5 miles (50.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 20.5 miles (33 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 49m 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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Halfway Point
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Village in Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Luther and Pine Grove Beach.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Luther and Pine Grove Beach.
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Start on East Old M 63
2.1 mi · 4 min · East Old M 63
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Turn right onto North Kings Highway
1.6 km · 2 min · North Kings Highway
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Turn left onto East Old M 63
4 mi · 7 min · East Old M 63
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Continue on East Old M-63
2.1 mi · 4 min · East Old M-63
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Turn left
14.4 mi · 19 min
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Turn right onto West 76th Street
3.9 mi · 9 min · West 76th Street
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Turn left onto South Star Lake Drive
3.8 mi · 9 min · South Star Lake Drive
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Turn right onto South Boxelder Avenue
817 ft · 39 sec · South Boxelder Avenue
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Turn right onto West Pine Grove Beach Drive
8 m · 1 sec · West Pine Grove Beach Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Pine Grove Beach Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Luther and Pine Grove Beach.
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.
Longest stretch
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14.4 mi · 00h 19m
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.
Mostly Clear leaving Luther and Mostly Sunny near Pine Grove Beach.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Luther to Pine Grove Beach?
The road trip is about 31.5 miles (50.7 km) and usually takes 00h 54m 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?
Baldwin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.7 miles from Luther and 15.8 miles from Pine Grove Beach.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 20.5 miles (33 km), while the road route adds roughly 11 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 4:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.19 one way or $8.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Luther and Mostly Sunny near Pine Grove Beach.
Stop Ideas Near Baldwin
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Luther and Pine Grove Beach. Straight-line distance: 20.52 mi (33.02 km).
#1 Luther
Human settlement in Lake County, Michigan, United States of America
| Population | 322 |
| Coordinates | 44.0402900, -85.6825600 |
| Altitude | 315 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pine Grove Beach
Pine Grove Beach is a place in Michigan, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 43.8219600, -85.9620100 |
| Altitude | 255 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pine Grove Beach (-85.96201, 43.82196)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 51 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
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 | $4.19 | $8.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.72 | $9.44 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.17 | $10.33 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.89 | $11.77 |
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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