How far is Vassar, MI from Cass City, MI?
The driving distance from Vassar, MI to Cass City, MI is about 30.8 miles (49.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 25.8 miles (41.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 13m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Halfway Point
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City in and the county seat of Tuscola County, Michigan, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Vassar and Cass City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vassar and Cass City.
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Start on East Huron Avenue
1.1 km · 60 sec · East Huron Avenue
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Continue on West Saginaw Road
2717 ft · 46 sec · West Saginaw Road
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Turn right onto Cottrell Drive
1.1 mi · 1 min · Cottrell Drive
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Waterman Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Waterman Road
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Keep slight left to continue on South Vassar Road
1.1 mi · 1 min · South Vassar Road
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Turn right onto West Sanilac Road
9.9 mi · 11 min · West Sanilac Road
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Turn left onto Mertz Road
5.5 mi · 8 min · Mertz Road
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Continue on Ellington Street
2434 ft · 43 sec · Ellington Street
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Turn right onto East Caro Road
9.4 mi · 13 min · East Caro Road
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Continue on Cass City Road
4.1 mi · 6 min · Cass City Road
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Continue on Main Street
3006 ft · 51 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Vassar and Cass City.
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.
West Sanilac Road
Turn right onto West Sanilac Road
9.9 mi · 00h 11m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Vassar and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near Cass City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Vassar to Cass City?
The road trip is about 30.8 miles (49.5 km) and usually takes 00h 36m 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?
Caro is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.2 miles from Vassar and 13.5 miles from Cass City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 25.8 miles (41.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 5 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:16 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.11 one way or $8.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Vassar and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms near Cass City.
Stop Ideas Near Caro
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Vassar and Cass City. Straight-line distance: 25.88 mi (41.65 km).
#1 Vassar
City in Michigan, USA
| Population | 3,909 |
| Coordinates | 43.3719700, -83.5832900 |
| Altitude | 195 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cass City
City in Tuscola County, Michigan, United States of America
| Population | 2,273 |
| Coordinates | 43.6008500, -83.1746700 |
| Altitude | 227 |
| Country | United States |
End: Main Street (-83.174672, 43.600889)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 49 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
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 | $4.11 | $8.22 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.64 | $9.27 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.07 | $10.15 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.78 | $11.56 |
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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