How far is Riverview, MI from Grand Rapids, MI?
The driving distance from Riverview, MI to Grand Rapids, MI is about 167.8 miles (270 km), with a travel time of about 02h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 137.9 miles (221.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 19m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 39m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Ingham County, Michigan, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Riverview and Grand Rapids.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riverview and Grand Rapids.
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Start on Hale Street
2575 ft · 1 min · Hale Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Fort Street
1.3 km · 1 min · Fort Street
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Turn right
43 m · 12 sec
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Turn right
37 m · 11 sec
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Turn right onto Pennsylvania Road
7 mi · 12 min · Pennsylvania Road
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Turn right onto Middlebelt Road
1 mi · 2 min · Middlebelt Road
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Turn left onto Eureka Road
3.2 mi · 4 min · Eureka Road
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Take the ramp right toward I 275 North: Flint
2864 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
31.8 mi · 34 min
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Continue straight
8.6 mi · 9 min
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Keep slight left
54.8 mi · 59 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 left to continue on Gerald R Ford Freeway
3.3 mi · 4 min · Gerald R Ford Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Ottawa Avenue, Downtown
2637 ft · 1 min
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Continue on Ottawa Avenue Northwest
2177 ft · 1 min · Ottawa Avenue Northwest
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Turn left onto Monroe Center Street Northwest
801 ft · 31 sec · Monroe Center Street Northwest
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Turn right onto Division Avenue North
56 m · 11 sec · Division Avenue North
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Turn right onto Fulton Street West
17 m · 2 sec · Fulton Street West
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Fulton Street West
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Riverview and Grand Rapids.
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 275 North
Keep slight left
54.8 mi · 00h 59m
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 Sunny leaving Riverview and Mostly Sunny near Grand Rapids.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Riverview to Grand Rapids?
The road trip is about 167.8 miles (270 km) and usually takes 02h 39m 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?
Williamston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 83 miles from Riverview and 84.7 miles from Grand Rapids.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 137.9 miles (221.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.9 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:10 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.30 one way or $50.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Riverview and Mostly Sunny near Grand Rapids.
Stop Ideas Near Williamston
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 Williamston.
East Lansing station
Owosso, MI
Durand Union Station
Jackson station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Riverview and Grand Rapids. Straight-line distance: 137.87 mi (221.88 km).
#1 Riverview
Riverview is a place in Michigan, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 42.1742100, -83.1793700 |
| Altitude | 183 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Grand Rapids
The second most populous city in Michigan.
| Population | 200,031 |
| Coordinates | 42.9633600, -85.6680900 |
| Altitude | 195 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Fulton Street (-85.668092, 42.963219)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 270 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 05m |
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 | $4.27 | $25.30 | $50.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.96 | $29.39 | $58.77 |
| Premium | $5.56 | $32.90 | $65.81 |
| Diesel | $6.58 | $38.95 | $77.91 |
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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