Origin
Carrollton, MI
Late night in Carrollton on Wednesday
Local time
2:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Carrollton, MI to Burnt, MI
Data updated 19 minutes ago
Drive Time
31m
Distance
18.9 mi
30 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
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6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Carrollton, MI
fish socks
Burnt, MI
cottonbro studio
Trip Overview
This short 18.9-mile drive from Carrollton to Burnt, Michigan, is easily manageable within a single day, taking approximately 31 minutes to complete. With no highway driving, expect a local road experience for the entire journey. The estimated fuel cost is around $3, making it a very budget-friendly trip. This route is perfect for a quick excursion within the Midwest region, offering a straightforward way to get from point A to point B without extensive planning. Given its brevity, it's ideal for a spontaneous trip or as a segment of a larger regional exploration.
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
9.5 miles from Carrollton, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this trip, as it features a 0% highway share. The roads primarily consist of East Road, South Washington Avenue, and Albee Road. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 8.3 miles along East Road. This route is characterized by frequent turns and navigating local thoroughfares, so staying attentive to directions is key. It's a drive that keeps you engaged with the changing road network as you progress.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Road is the longest continuous segment at about 8.3 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 early in the drive near Mapleridge Road.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 31m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Mapleridge Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (Schaefer Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (West Genesee Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Mapleridge Road
Turn left onto Mapleridge Road
Navigation decision point
4
1.7 mi into trip
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~4m in
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Schaefer Street
Turn left onto Schaefer Street
Navigation decision point
4
2.3 mi into trip
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~6m in
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West Genesee Avenue
Turn left onto West Genesee Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
3 mi into trip
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~7m in
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M 13 / South Washington Avenue
Turn right onto M 13 / South Washington Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
16.4 mi into trip
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~26m in
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Sheridan Road
Turn left onto Sheridan Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Road | 8.3 mi | 11m |
| South Washington Avenue | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Albee Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| East Birch Run Road | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Carrollton Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Nichols Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| East Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| West Genesee Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
East Road
— 8.3 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Carrollton, MI and Burnt, MI.
1
Start on Jackson Street
196 ft
·
13 sec
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Jackson Street
2
Turn left onto Mapleridge Road
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
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Mapleridge Road
3
Turn right onto Carrollton Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
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Carrollton Road
4
Turn right onto Weiss Street
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
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Weiss Street
5
Turn left onto Schaefer Street
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
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Schaefer Street
6
Continue on Hill Street
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
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Hill Street
7
Turn left onto West Genesee Avenue
0.5 mi
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49 sec
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West Genesee Avenue
8
Continue on Genesee Street
458 ft
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9 sec
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Genesee Street
9
Continue on East Genesee Avenue
475 ft
·
13 sec
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East Genesee Avenue
10
Turn right onto M 13
2.9 mi
·
4 min
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South Washington Avenue
11
Turn straight onto M 13
0.6 mi
·
50 sec
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East Street
12
Continue on M 13
8.3 mi
·
11 min
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East Road
13
Turn straight onto M 13
1.5 mi
·
2 min
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Albee Road
14
Turn left onto West Birch Run Road
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
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West Birch Run Road
15
Turn left onto Sheridan Road
444 ft
·
14 sec
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Sheridan Road
16
Turn right onto East Birch Run Road
1.4 mi
·
1 min
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East Birch Run Road
17
Turn right onto Nichols Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
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Nichols Road
18
Turn left onto Ashman Street
108 ft
·
4 sec
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Ashman Street
19
Arrive at destination
Ashman Street
Trip Plan
With a duration of just 31 minutes, this short 18.9-mile trip offers plenty of flexibility for when you depart. You won't need to worry about splitting this drive, and stops are not factored into the recommended one-day plan. Keep an eye on your fuel; while the estimated cost is only $3, it's always wise to have a full tank before setting out on local roads where services might be less frequent. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to signage on East Road, as it holds the longest stretch without a turn and can be easy to navigate if you're focused.
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 9.5 miles from Carrollton, MI, or about 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.3 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 18.9 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.5 miles or 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Burnt, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Carrollton, 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 Carrollton, MI
This is one driving day of about 18.9 miles and 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Carrollton, 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 East Road for about 8.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.5 mi from Carrollton, MI · 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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 18.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.5 miles from Carrollton, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Burnt, MI
The final approach into Burnt, 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 Burnt, MI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.95 one way
$5.91 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.24 | $6.49 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.64 | $7.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.17 | $8.35 |
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: 6.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.7 | 0 | $1.98 | $0.91 |
| Efficient EV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.65 | $0.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.65 | $1.21 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Burnt, MI
Late night in Burnt on Wednesday
Local time
2:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
27 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
31m 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 Carrollton, MI to Burnt, MI covers 18.9 miles and takes about 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Road, South Washington Avenue, Albee Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.5 miles from Carrollton, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.95 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 31m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Mapleridge Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles (Schaefer Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.3 miles (West Genesee Avenue): Navigation decision point.
The route from Carrollton, MI to Burnt, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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