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Trip from Caspian, MI to New Bristol Location, MI

Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026

Drive Time

31m

Distance

19.8 mi

32 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$3

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 8 min
4 AM
0h 29m ★
6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 33m
5 PM
0h 36m
8 PM
0h 30m

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

Downtown Caspian, MI, MI

Caspian, MI

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Downtown New Bristol Location, MI, MI

New Bristol Location, MI

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Trip Overview

This short 19.8-mile drive from Caspian to New Bristol Location in Michigan is easily manageable within a single day, taking approximately 31 minutes. You'll primarily navigate local roads, with West Adams Street, M 189, and Lind Road forming the backbone of your journey. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $3, this trip is budget-friendly. The route is characterized by frequent turns, making it more of a local exploration than a high-speed transit. Given its brevity, it’s perfect for a quick errand or a short scenic detour within the Midwest region.

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

9.9 miles from Caspian, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 13m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a "turn-heavy local drive" for this 19.8-mile trip, with only a small portion on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 14.5 miles on West Adams Street, offering a brief period of consistent cruising before the landscape shifts. As you transition between West Adams Street, M 189, and Lind Road, be prepared for a dynamic driving experience with frequent adjustments. This route's personality is less about open highway and more about engaging with the local road network, making it a more interactive journey.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Adams Street is the longest continuous segment at about 14.5 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 0.1 miles in near East Railroad Street.

Route Complexity 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 31m 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 0.1 miles (East Railroad Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (M 189): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (US 2 / West Adams Street): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 6 key points

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

4
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | East Railroad Street

Turn left onto East Railroad Street

Navigation decision point

5
0.8 mi into trip | ~2m in | M 189

At end of road, turn right onto M 189

Navigation decision point

4
2.4 mi into trip | ~4m in | US 2 / West Adams Street

Turn right onto US 2 / West Adams Street

Navigation decision point

5
16.8 mi into trip | ~22m in | US 141

Turn left onto US 141

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
4
17.8 mi into trip | ~23m in | Lind Road

Turn left onto Lind Road

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
West Adams Street 14.5 mi 17m
M 189 1.6 mi 2m
Lind Road 1.5 mi 5m
US 141 0.9 mi 1m
County Road 424 0.6 mi 1m
New Bristol Road 0.5 mi 1m
East Railroad Street <0.1 mi <1m
West Caspian Avenue <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: West Adams Street — 14.5 mi, about 17m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Caspian, MI and New Bristol Location, MI.

1

Start on West Caspian Avenue

273 ft · 17 sec · West Caspian Avenue
2

Turn left onto East Railroad Street

486 ft · 9 sec · East Railroad Street
3

Continue on County Road 424

0.6 mi · 1 min · County Road 424
4

At end of road, turn right onto M 189

1.6 mi · 2 min · M 189
5

Turn right onto US 2

14 mi · 17 min · West Adams Street
6

Turn left onto US 141

0.9 mi · 1 min · US 141
Use the left lane.
7

Turn left onto Lind Road

1.5 mi · 5 min · Lind Road
8

Turn left onto New Bristol Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · New Bristol Road
9

Arrive at destination

New Bristol Road

Trip Plan

For this quick 31-minute drive, flexibility is your greatest asset. Since the total distance is only 19.8 miles and the fuel cost is around $3, you don't need to worry about extensive planning or long rest stops. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid any potential rush hour on local streets. Keep an eye out for the transitions between West Adams Street, M 189, and Lind Road, as these mark the areas where you'll need to make turns. The longest stretch of 14.5 miles on West Adams Street will give you a good opportunity to settle in before the final leg of your journey.

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 9.9 miles from Caspian, MI, or about 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14.5 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 19.8 miles or 31m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 9.9 miles or 13m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 22m

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

Before You Leave

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Have your navigation ready before leaving Caspian, MI.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Caspian, MI

This is one driving day of about 19.8 miles and 31m.

At 19.8 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on West Adams Street for about 14.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 9.9 mi from Caspian, MI · 13m into the drive

Pacing Suggestions

Tobin Location, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 19.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Gaastra, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 9.9 miles from Caspian, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in New Bristol Location, MI

Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into New Bristol Location, 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

$3.10 one way

$6.19 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 7 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $3.40 $6.80
premium $4.89 $3.81 $7.62
diesel $5.61 $4.37 $8.74

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: 6.9 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 5.9 0 $2.08 $0.95
Efficient EV 5 0 $1.73 $0.79
EV Truck/SUV 7.9 0 $2.77 $1.27

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.

Forecast as of Apr 10, 2026

Origin

Caspian, MI

Afternoon in Caspian on Wednesday

Local time

4:14 PM

CDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

New Bristol Location, MI

Afternoon in New Bristol Location on Wednesday

Local time

4:14 PM

CDT

Current temp

66°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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

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 Caspian, MI to New Bristol Location, MI covers 19.8 miles and takes about 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Adams Street, M 189, Lind Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.9 miles from Caspian, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.10 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 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Railroad Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (M 189): Navigation decision point; at 2.4 miles (US 2 / West Adams Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Caspian, MI to New Bristol Location, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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