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Trip from Baraga, MI to Alberta, MI

Data updated 4 hours ago

Drive Time

17m

Distance

12.8 mi

21 km

Drive Score

5/10

Practical drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$2

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

4 AM
0h 16m ★
6 AM
0h 17m
8 AM
0h 20m
10 AM
0h 18m
12 PM
0h 18m
3 PM
0h 19m
5 PM
0h 20m
8 PM
0h 16m ★

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Baraga, MI, MI

Baraga, MI

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Downtown Alberta, MI, MI

Alberta, MI

Dany Castrejon

Trip Overview

This straightforward 12.8-mile drive from Baraga to Alberta, Michigan, will only take about 17 minutes, making it an easy addition to any Midwest road trip. With 99% of the journey on highways, it's a quick and efficient route, perfect for a single-day excursion. You can expect a minimal fuel cost of around $2 for this short hop. Given its brevity, there's no need to split this into an overnight trip; simply hop in your car and go. The main roads you'll travel include US 41, State Avenue, and Old US-41, offering a direct path through the Upper Peninsula.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

6.4 miles from Baraga, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 8m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused experience for nearly the entire 12.8 miles, with 99% of your travel occurring on well-maintained roads. The longest stretch without a significant turn is a continuous 12.7 miles on US 41, ensuring a smooth and uninterrupted drive. This route prioritizes efficiency over winding backroads, so you'll be cruising at highway speeds for most of the journey. The character of the drive is consistent, offering a predictable and easy-to-navigate path from Baraga to Alberta.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 41 is the longest continuous segment at about 12.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 41 and State Avenue. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 41.

Route Complexity 2/10

Very easy - short and simple to drive

The drive from Baraga, MI to Alberta, MI is easy. At 17m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 41): Navigation decision point; at 12.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 12.8 miles (Old US-41): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

3 of 3 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

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0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 41

Turn right onto US 41

Navigation decision point

3
12.8 mi into trip | ~17m in

Turn right

Navigation decision point

4
12.8 mi into trip | ~17m in | Old US-41

Turn right onto Old US-41

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 41 12.7 mi 16m
State Avenue <0.1 mi <1m
Old US-41 <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: US 41 — 12.7 mi, about 16m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Baraga, MI and Alberta, MI.

1

Start on State Avenue

469 ft · 23 sec · State Avenue
2

Turn right onto US 41

13 mi · 16 min · US 41
3

Turn right

104 ft · 7 sec
4

Turn right onto Old US-41

34 ft · 1 sec · Old US-41
5

Turn slight right

23 ft · 1 sec
6

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

For this short 17-minute trip covering 12.8 miles, timing is flexible, but leaving mid-morning can help you avoid any potential local rush. Since the drive is so brief, you won't need to plan for extensive stops, and the estimated fuel cost is a modest $2. Keep an eye out for the transition between US 41 and State Avenue as you near your destination; this is the primary road change you'll encounter. Given the minimal duration, this route is best enjoyed as a quick connection between points rather than a destination in itself.

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 6.4 miles from Baraga, MI, or about 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.7 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 12.8 miles or 17m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 6.4 miles or 8m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 14m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alberta, MI than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Baraga, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Baraga, MI

This is one driving day of about 12.8 miles and 17m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Baraga, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 41 for about 12.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 6.4 mi from Baraga, MI · 8m into the drive

capital and largest city of Massachusetts, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Boston, MI

6 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Wyandotte, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 12.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Boston, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 6.4 miles from Baraga, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Alberta, MI

The final approach into Alberta, MI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Alberta, MI.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Keweenaw National Historical Park

Keweenaw National Historical Park

National Historical Park

The stories of people and copper in the Keweenaw Peninsula have been intertwined for more than 7,000 years. Indigenous peoples made copper into tools and trade items. Investors and immigrants arrived...

28 mi from route ~69 min detour Free
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$2.00 one way

$4.00 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 5 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $2.20 $4.39
premium $4.89 $2.46 $4.93
diesel $5.61 $2.83 $5.65

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$2

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$27–$52

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 4.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 3.8 0 $1.34 $0.61
Efficient EV 3.2 0 $1.12 $0.51
EV Truck/SUV 5.1 0 $1.79 $0.82

Gas CO2

4 kg

EV CO2

1 kg (75% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 5 days ago

Origin

Baraga, MI

Morning in Baraga on Wednesday

Local time

8:08 AM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Alberta, MI

Morning in Alberta on Wednesday

Local time

8:08 AM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

51°F

Boston, MI

6 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

3 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

17m 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 Baraga, MI to Alberta, MI covers 12.8 miles and takes about 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 41, State Avenue, Old US-41. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.4 miles from Baraga, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.00 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.
The drive from Baraga, MI to Alberta, MI is easy. At 17m with 99% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 41): Navigation decision point; at 12.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 12.8 miles (Old US-41): Navigation decision point.
The route from Baraga, MI to Alberta, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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