How far is Suttons Bay, MI from Solon, MI?
The driving distance from Suttons Bay, MI to Solon, MI is about 18.6 miles (30 km), with a travel time of about 00h 30m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 12.7 miles (20.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 00m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 30m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Leelanau County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Suttons Bay and Solon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Suttons Bay and Solon.
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Start on North Front Street
103 m · 16 sec · North Front Street
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Turn right onto East Madison Street
51 m · 12 sec · East Madison Street
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Turn left onto North Saint Josephs Avenue
135 m · 15 sec · North Saint Josephs Avenue
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Continue on South West Bay Shore Drive
7.1 mi · 10 min · South West Bay Shore Drive
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Turn right onto East Bingham Road
2.5 mi · 6 min · East Bingham Road
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Turn left onto South Lake Leelanau Drive
3.6 mi · 5 min · South Lake Leelanau Drive
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Turn right onto East Fouch Road
2.5 mi · 4 min · East Fouch Road
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Continue on South Weisler Road
1.3 km · 1 min · South Weisler Road
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Continue on East Gallivan Road
1.9 mi · 3 min · East Gallivan Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Alpine Road
15 m · 1 sec · East Alpine Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Alpine Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Suttons Bay and Solon.
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.
South West Bay Shore Drive
Continue on South West Bay Shore Drive
7.13 mi · 00h 10m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Suttons Bay and Mostly Sunny near Solon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Suttons Bay to Solon?
The road trip is about 18.6 miles (30 km) and usually takes 00h 30m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Bingham is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.3 miles from Suttons Bay and 9.3 miles from Solon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 12.7 miles (20.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.9 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:30 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.86 one way or $5.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Suttons Bay and Mostly Sunny near Solon.
Stop Ideas Near Bingham
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 Bingham.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Suttons Bay and Solon. Straight-line distance: 12.76 mi (20.53 km).
#1 Suttons Bay
Human settlement in Leelanau County, Michigan, United States of America
| Population | 617 |
| Coordinates | 44.9766700, -85.6506400 |
| Altitude | 182 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Solon
Township in Leelanau County, Michigan
| Population | 1,511 |
| Coordinates | 44.8094400, -85.7611900 |
| Altitude | 191 |
| Country | United States |
End: Solon (-85.76119, 44.80944)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 30 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.34 | $2.86 | $5.73 |
| Mid-grade | $5.02 | $3.31 | $6.63 |
| Premium | $5.62 | $3.71 | $7.42 |
| Diesel | $6.61 | $4.36 | $8.72 |
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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