How far is Petoskey, MI from Kalamazoo, MI?
The driving distance from Petoskey, MI to Kalamazoo, MI is about 235.7 miles (379.3 km), with a travel time of about 03h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 215.2 miles (346.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 46m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Northern Michigan, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Petoskey and Kalamazoo.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Petoskey and Kalamazoo.
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Start on Howard Street
2874 ft · 1 min · Howard Street
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Turn right onto East Sheridan Street
1584 ft · 44 sec · East Sheridan Street
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Continue on West Sheridan Road
2544 ft · 1 min · West Sheridan Road
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Turn left onto Spring Street
1362 ft · 28 sec · Spring Street
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Continue on US-131
5 mi · 7 min · US-131
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Continue on US 131 North
13.3 mi · 18 min · US 131 North
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Continue on North US 131 Highway
17.2 mi · 24 min · North US 131 Highway
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Continue on North Williams Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · North Williams Street
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Continue on North Front Street
3273 ft · 1 min · North Front Street
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Continue on South US 131 Highway
2.5 mi · 3 min · South US 131 Highway
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Continue on US 131 Northeast
8.7 mi · 12 min · US 131 Northeast
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Continue on North Cedar Street
2.2 mi · 4 min · North Cedar Street
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Continue on US 131 Southwest
13.2 mi · 18 min · US 131 Southwest
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward US 131
33 m · 6 sec · US 131
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Exit the roundabout onto US 131
4.9 mi · 7 min · US 131
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Continue on North US 131 Highway
158.7 mi · 2 hr 45 min · North US 131 Highway
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Keep slight left to continue on BUS US-131
4.8 mi · 5 min · BUS US-131
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Continue on North Westnedge Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · North Westnedge Avenue
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Turn left onto West Michigan Avenue
665 ft · 26 sec · West Michigan Avenue
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Turn left onto North Park Street
13 m · 1 sec · North Park Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Park Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Petoskey and Kalamazoo.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
North US 131 Highway
Continue on North US 131 Highway
159 mi · 02h 45m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Petoskey and Sunny near Kalamazoo.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Petoskey to Kalamazoo?
The road trip is about 235.7 miles (379.3 km) and usually takes 03h 46m 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?
Reed City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 117.6 miles from Petoskey and 118.1 miles from Kalamazoo.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 215.2 miles (346.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:28 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $31.37 one way or $62.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 73.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Petoskey and Sunny near Kalamazoo.
Stop Ideas Near Reed City
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 Petoskey and Kalamazoo. Straight-line distance: 215.24 mi (346.39 km).
#1 Petoskey
City in Michigan, United States of America
| Population | 5,727 |
| Coordinates | 45.3733400, -84.9553300 |
| Altitude | 203 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kalamazoo
The second most populous city in Kalamazoo County, Michigan.
| Population | 76,009 |
| Coordinates | 42.2917100, -85.5872300 |
| Altitude | 239 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Park Street (-85.587302, 42.291709)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 379 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 56m |
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 | $31.37 | $62.75 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $35.38 | $70.77 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $38.72 | $77.44 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $44.13 | $88.26 |
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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