Origin
Butler, MI
Afternoon in Butler on Friday
Local time
1:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Butler, MI to Gilead, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
51m
Distance
31.4 mi
51 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Butler, MI
Alberto Ramírez Sobrino
Gilead, MI
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Trip Overview
Butler, MI to Gilead, MI is 31.4 miles and takes about 51 minutes via Chicago Road, Jonesville Road, and Clarendon Road, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day trip primarily through the Midwest's rural landscapes. Given its short distance, you'll find it's an easy drive that doesn't demand extensive planning. Expect a local feel throughout, making it a good option for a relaxed journey between these two Michigan points.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 31.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route is characterized by its frequent turns and local road feel, with a 0% highway share. You'll experience a 'turn-heavy local drive' for the entire 31.4 miles. The longest continuous stretch you'll navigate is 8.9 miles along Chicago Road. This means you'll be adjusting your speed and direction often, so stay alert and keep your focus on the road ahead. It's a drive that keeps you engaged without the high speeds of interstate travel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Chicago Road is the longest continuous segment at about 8.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 5.2 miles in near Jonesville Road.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 51m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.2 miles (Jonesville Road): Navigation decision point; at 11.8 miles (Marshall Road): Navigation decision point; at 14.9 miles (US 12 / West Chicago Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
5.2 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
Jonesville Road
At end of road, turn right onto Jonesville Road
Navigation decision point
4
11.8 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
Marshall Road
Turn left onto Marshall Road
Navigation decision point
4
14.9 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
US 12 / West Chicago Street
Turn right onto US 12 / West Chicago Street
Navigation decision point
4
25.5 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
West Central Road
Turn left onto West Central Road
Navigation decision point
5
29.7 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
Cranson Road
At end of road, turn right onto Cranson Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Road | 8.9 mi | 11m |
| Jonesville Road | 6.6 mi | 9m |
| Clarendon Road | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| Gilead Lake Road | 4.7 mi | 11m |
| Marshall Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| West Chicago Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| West Central Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Marshall Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Chicago Road
— 8.9 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Butler, MI and Gilead, MI.
1
Start on Clarendon Road
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Clarendon Road
2
Continue on Clarendon Road
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Clarendon Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto Jonesville Road
6.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Jonesville Road
4
Turn left onto Marshall Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Marshall Road
5
Continue on Marshall Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Marshall Street
6
Turn right onto US 12
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
West Chicago Street
7
Continue on US 12
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
West Chicago Street
8
Continue on US 12
8.9 mi
·
11 min
·
Chicago Road
9
Turn slight left onto White Star Drive
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
White Star Drive
10
Turn left onto West Central Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West Central Road
11
Continue on Gilead Lake Road
3.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Gilead Lake Road
12
At end of road, turn right onto Cranson Road
204 ft
·
12 sec
·
Cranson Road
13
Turn left onto Gilead Lake Road
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Gilead Lake Road
14
Arrive at destination
Gilead Lake Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.7 mi from Butler, MI · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.7 miles from Butler, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Gilead, MI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Gilead, 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
$4.91 one way
$9.82 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.39 | $10.78 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.04 | $12.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.93 | $13.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.30 | $1.51 |
| Efficient EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.75 | $1.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.40 | $2.01 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Gilead, MI
Afternoon in Gilead on Friday
Local time
1:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Batavia, MI
16 mi in
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
20 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
51m 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 Butler, MI to Gilead, MI covers 31.4 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Chicago Road, Jonesville Road, Clarendon Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.7 miles from Butler, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.91 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 is a straightforward 51m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.2 miles (Jonesville Road): Navigation decision point; at 11.8 miles (Marshall Road): Navigation decision point; at 14.9 miles (US 12 / West Chicago Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Butler, MI to Gilead, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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