Origin
Allendale, MI
Evening in Allendale on Wednesday
Local time
7:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Allendale, MI to Wyoming, MI
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
23m
Distance
16.4 mi
26 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 22m
★
6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 28m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 25m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Allendale, MI
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Wyoming, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Allendale, MI to Wyoming, MI covers 16.4 miles and takes about 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Lake Michigan Drive, Wilson Avenue Southwest, 28th Street Southwest for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 4.5 miles on Lake Michigan Drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.56 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
8.2 miles from Allendale, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 23m drive with frequent turns across 16.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lake Michigan Drive is the longest continuous segment at about 4.5 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
700 ft
604 ft
Total Climb
168 ft
Total Descent
179 ft
Highest Point
700 ft
~8.2 mi in
Elevation Range
96 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 6 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 16.4 miles you will encounter 6 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 0.1 miles (M 45 / Lake Michigan Drive): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.5 miles (Linden Drive): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
M 45 / Lake Michigan Drive
Merge onto M 45 / Lake Michigan Drive
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
4.5 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
Linden Drive
Turn right onto Linden Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
9 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
Fennessy Street
Keep slight left at fork onto Fennessy Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
3
10.3 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
M 11 / Wilson Avenue Southwest
Turn straight onto M 11 / Wilson Avenue Southwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Michigan Drive | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Wilson Avenue Southwest | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| 28th Street Southwest | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Luce Street | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Linden Drive | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Fennessy Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Fennessey Street Southwest | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Burlingame Avenue Southwest | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Lake Michigan Drive
— 4.5 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Allendale, MI and Wyoming, MI.
1
Start on M 45
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Lake Michigan Drive
2
Take the exit
133 ft
·
4 sec
3
Merge onto M 45
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Lake Michigan Drive
Use the right lane.
4
Turn right onto Linden Drive
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Linden Drive
Use the right lane.
5
Continue on Luce Street
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Luce Street
6
Keep slight left at fork onto Fennessy Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Fennessy Street
7
Continue on Fennessey Street Southwest
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Fennessey Street Southwest
8
Turn straight onto M 11
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Wilson Avenue Southwest
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on M 11
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
28th Street Southwest
10
Turn right onto Burlingame Avenue Southwest
56 ft
·
1 sec
·
Burlingame Avenue Southwest
11
Arrive at destination
Burlingame Avenue Southwest
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 8.2 miles from Allendale, MI, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.5 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 16 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.2 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wyoming, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Allendale, MI.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Allendale, MI
This is one driving day of about 16.4 miles and 23m.
At 16.4 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Lake Michigan Drive for about 4.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.2 mi from Allendale, MI · 11m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.2 miles from Allendale, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Wyoming, MI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Wyoming, MI if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.56 one way
$5.13 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.82 | $5.63 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.16 | $6.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.62 | $7.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.72 | $0.79 |
| Efficient EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.43 | $0.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.30 | $1.05 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Wyoming, MI
Evening in Wyoming on Wednesday
Local time
7:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
17 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
23m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Allendale, MI to Wyoming, MI covers 16.4 miles and takes about 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lake Michigan Drive, Wilson Avenue Southwest, 28th Street Southwest. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.2 miles from Allendale, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.56 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 16.4 miles you will encounter 6 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 0.1 miles (M 45 / Lake Michigan Drive): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.5 miles (Linden Drive): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Allendale, MI to Wyoming, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 604 ft to 700 ft elevation with about 168 ft of total climbing.
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