How far is Riverside, MI from Lansing, MI?
Fastest route
Travel from Riverside, Michigan, to Lansing, Michigan, takes approximately 1 hour and 49 minutes, covering a distance of 121 miles (195 kilometers) via I-94 E and I-69 N. The fastest route is currently available and avoids road closures.
Directions
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Get on I-94 E in Coloma Charter Township from Coloma Rd.
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Follow I-94 E and I-69 N to W Malcolm X St in Lansing. Take exit 6 from I-496 E
Tips & Suggestions
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🛣️ Plan your trip during off-peak hours to avoid traffic congestion and reduce travel time.
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⛽ Make sure to have a full tank of gas before starting your journey to avoid unnecessary stops.
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🚗 Stay updated with real-time traffic conditions using navigation apps to adjust your route if needed.
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🍔 Consider stopping for a meal or snack at restaurants along the way to refresh and refuel.
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🏨 If the journey is long or you want to explore Lansing, consider booking accommodations in advance.
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🚓 Be mindful of speed limits and follow all traffic regulations to ensure a safe trip.
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🚙 Don't forget to check your vehicle's condition and carry essential supplies like water and a first-aid kit.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 54m.
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.
Village in Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Riverside and Lansing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riverside and Lansing.
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Start on Riverside Road
1341 ft · 39 sec · Riverside Road
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Turn right onto Coloma Road
129 m · 13 sec · Coloma Road
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Take the ramp left
1153 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
3.3 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I-94 EAST: Detroit
1 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto I 94: Detroit
73.6 mi · 1 hr 19 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 69: Fort Wayne, Lansing
871 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight left
2100 ft · 51 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 69 North: Lansing
2027 ft · 50 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 69 North
2752 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
35.5 mi · 38 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 496: Downtown Lansing
1.1 km · 55 sec
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Continue straight
4.9 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Downtown
1869 ft · 46 sec
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Turn straight onto West Malcolm X Street
1045 ft · 30 sec · West Malcolm X Street
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Turn left onto South Walnut Street
2577 ft · 2 min · South Walnut Street
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Turn right onto West Allegan Street
126 m · 12 sec · West Allegan Street
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Turn right onto Townsend Street
7 m · 1 sec · Townsend Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Townsend Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Riverside and Lansing.
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 94
Merge slight left onto I 94: Detroit
73.6 mi · 01h 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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Riverside and Showers And Thunderstorms near Lansing.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Riverside to Lansing?
The road trip is about 117.7 miles (189.5 km) and usually takes 01h 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?
Climax is a useful midpoint, sitting about 61 miles from Riverside and 56.8 miles from Lansing.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 100.6 miles (161.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.1 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 2:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.69 one way or $31.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Riverside and Showers And Thunderstorms near Lansing.
Stop Ideas Near Climax
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 Climax.
Battle Creek Transportation Center
Kalamazoo Transportation Center
Albion station
Bangor
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Riverside and Lansing. Straight-line distance: 100.58 mi (161.86 km).
#1 Riverside
Township of Michigan
| Population | 1,203 |
| Coordinates | 42.1833700, -86.3828000 |
| Altitude | 196 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
End: West Allegan Street (-84.555529, 42.732588)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 190 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 28m |
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 | $15.69 | $31.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.69 | $35.38 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $19.36 | $38.72 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $22.06 | $44.13 |
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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