How far is Torch Lake, MI from Benzonia, MI?
The driving distance from Torch Lake, MI to Benzonia, MI is about 60.9 miles (98 km), with a travel time of about 01h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 48 miles (77.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 57m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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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 01h 28m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Torch Lake and Benzonia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Torch Lake and Benzonia.
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Start on Public Dock Road
19 m · 9 sec · Public Dock Road
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Turn left onto North US 31 Highway
16 mi · 22 min · North US 31 Highway
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Continue on US 31 North
10.9 mi · 16 min · US 31 North
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Turn left onto North Three Mile Road
1.6 km · 2 min · North Three Mile Road
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Turn right onto East South Airport Road
5 mi · 9 min · East South Airport Road
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Turn left onto North US 31 South
3.6 mi · 5 min · North US 31 South
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Continue on US 31 South
8.2 mi · 11 min · US 31 South
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Continue on Honor Highway
10 mi · 14 min · Honor Highway
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Continue on Main Street
3275 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Continue on Honor Highway
2.3 mi · 3 min · Honor Highway
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Continue on Beulah Highway
1.8 mi · 2 min · Beulah Highway
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Continue on North Michigan Avenue
1.4 mi · 3 min · North Michigan Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Michigan Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Torch Lake and Benzonia.
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 31 Highway
Turn left onto North US 31 Highway
16 mi · 00h 22m
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 Torch Lake and Partly Sunny near Benzonia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Torch Lake to Benzonia?
The road trip is about 60.9 miles (98 km) and usually takes 01h 28m 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?
Traverse City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 30.4 miles from Torch Lake and 30.5 miles from Benzonia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 48 miles (77.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.9 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.25 one way or $20.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Torch Lake and Partly Sunny near Benzonia.
Stop Ideas Near Traverse City
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 Traverse City.
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Kingsley, Michigan
Manton, Michigan
Cadillac, Michigan
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Torch Lake and Benzonia. Straight-line distance: 47.95 mi (77.17 km).
#1 Torch Lake
Township in Antrim County, Michigan
| Population | 1,806 |
| Coordinates | 45.0752800, -85.3586800 |
| Altitude | 188 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Benzonia
Township in Benzie County, Michigan
| Population | 505 |
| Coordinates | 44.6213900, -86.0992600 |
| Altitude | 249 |
| Country | United States |
End: Benzonia (-86.09926, 44.62139)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 98 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 45m |
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 | $4.77 | $10.25 | $20.50 |
| Mid-grade | $5.32 | $11.44 | $22.88 |
| Premium | $5.92 | $12.73 | $25.46 |
| Diesel | $6.47 | $13.91 | $27.82 |
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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