How far is Solon, MI from Northport, MI?
The driving distance from Solon, MI to Northport, MI is about 28.8 miles (46.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 23.4 miles (37.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 33m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 46m.
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.
Human settlement in Leelanau 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 Solon and Northport.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Solon and Northport.
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Start on East Alpine Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · East Alpine Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Cedar Road
2.8 mi · 5 min · South Cedar Road
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Continue on Kasson Street
1866 ft · 40 sec · Kasson Street
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Continue on South Good Harbor Trail
6.5 mi · 9 min · South Good Harbor Trail
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Manitou Trail
5.8 mi · 8 min · South Manitou Trail
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Continue on South Main Street
1.2 km · 2 min · South Main Street
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Continue on North Manitou Trail
10.7 mi · 15 min · North Manitou Trail
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Shabwasung Street
1238 ft · 23 sec · South Shabwasung Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
96 m · 10 sec · Main Street
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Turn left onto South Waukazoo Street
658 ft · 13 sec · South Waukazoo Street
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Turn right onto West Nagonaba Street
64 m · 9 sec · West Nagonaba Street
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Turn left onto Mill Street
536 ft · 14 sec · Mill Street
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Turn left onto West 3rd Street
73 m · 11 sec · West 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Solon and Northport.
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.
North Manitou Trail
Continue on North Manitou Trail
10.7 mi · 00h 15m
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 leaving Solon and Rain Showers near Northport.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Solon to Northport?
The road trip is about 28.8 miles (46.3 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Leland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.4 miles from Solon and 14.4 miles from Northport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23.4 miles (37.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.4 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 4:56 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.38 one way or $8.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Solon and Rain Showers near Northport.
Stop Ideas Near Leland
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 Leland.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Solon and Northport. Straight-line distance: 23.34 mi (37.56 km).
#1 Solon
Township in Leelanau County, Michigan
| Population | 1,511 |
| Coordinates | 44.8094400, -85.7611900 |
| Altitude | 191 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Northport
Human settlement in Leelanau County, Michigan, United States of America
| Population | 525 |
| Coordinates | 45.1313900, -85.6167500 |
| Altitude | 185 |
| Country | United States |
End: West 3rd Street (-85.616749, 45.131203)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 46 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
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 | $4.34 | $4.38 | $8.76 |
| Mid-grade | $5.02 | $5.07 | $10.14 |
| Premium | $5.62 | $5.67 | $11.35 |
| Diesel | $6.61 | $6.67 | $13.35 |
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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