Origin
Grand Rapids, MI
Evening in Grand Rapids on Sunday
Local time
5:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Grand Rapids, MI to Beaverton, MI
Drive Time
2h 35m
Distance
126.5 mi
204 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 25m
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6 AM
2h 36m
8 AM
2h 56m
10 AM
2h 43m
12 PM
2h 41m
3 PM
2h 44m
5 PM
2h 55m
8 PM
2h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Grand Rapids, MI
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Beaverton, MI
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Trip Overview
Connecting Grand Rapids to Beaverton is a straightforward 126.5-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 35 minutes behind the wheel. Because this is a relatively short trip, it works perfectly as a single-day excursion without the need for an overnight stay. You will navigate through the heart of the Midwest by utilizing a combination of US 131, US 10 BUS, and BUS US 127. With an estimated fuel cost of $19, the trip remains budget-friendly for a quick getaway. Whether you are heading north for business or a change of scenery, the route provides a reliable path across the state. Expect a mix of driving environments that transition from the busier corridors of Grand Rapids to the quieter surroundings of Beaverton.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
63.3 miles from Grand Rapids, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 12m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip offers a mixed driving profile that keeps you engaged as you transition between different road types. Approximately 57% of your time will be spent on highways, providing a balanced experience between open-road cruising and local navigation. You will tackle your longest uninterrupted stretch early on, covering 45.8 miles along US 131. As you progress, the road conditions shift, requiring you to adjust from high-speed highway travel to the more varied pace of business routes. Expect a steady, functional commute that requires you to stay alert as you move through these distinct road segments.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 131 is the longest continuous segment at about 45.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 21 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Fulton Street West.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 126.5 miles you will encounter 21 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: near the start (Fulton Street West): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (US 131): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 21 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Fulton Street West
Depart onto Fulton Street West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
Take the ramp toward US 131 North: Cadillac
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward US 131 North: Cadillac
5
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 131
Merge onto US 131
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
85.3 mi into trip
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~1h 45m in
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BUS US 127
Enter roundabout onto BUS US 127 toward US 127 NORTH: Clare
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward US 127 NORTH: Clare
5
115.5 mi into trip
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~2h 18m in
Take the exit toward M 18: Beaverton, Gladwin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward M 18: Beaverton, Gladwin
Towns Along This Route
Between Grand Rapids, MI and Beaverton, MI, road signs point toward M 20: Stanwood, Bus Us 127: Clare, M 18: Beaverton and Gladwin.
M 20: Stanwood
46.4 mi in
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~48m
Bus Us 127: Clare
98.1 mi in
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~1h 58m
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via US 127 BUS
M 18: Beaverton
115.5 mi in
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~2h 18m
Gladwin
115.5 mi in
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~2h 18m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 131 | 45.8 mi | 47m |
| US 10 BUS | 13.2 mi | 13m |
| BUS US 127 | 12.8 mi | 12m |
| West Remus Road | 12 mi | 16m |
| M-18 | 10.1 mi | 15m |
| 9 Mile Road | 8.4 mi | 11m |
| Buchanan Road | 6.5 mi | 8m |
| 8 Mile Road | 4.7 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
US 131
— 45.8 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grand Rapids, MI and Beaverton, MI.
1
Start on Fulton Street West
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
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Fulton Street West
Use the none lane.
2
Turn left onto Market Avenue Southwest
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
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Market Avenue Southwest
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward US 131 North: Cadillac
Use the right lane.
4
Merge onto US 131
46 mi
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47 min
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US 131
Use the none lane.
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward M 20: Stanwood
6
Turn right onto 8 Mile Road
4.7 mi
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6 min
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8 Mile Road
7
Turn left onto 155th Avenue
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
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155th Avenue
8
Continue on Buchanan Road
6.5 mi
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8 min
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Buchanan Road
9
Turn left onto 90th Avenue
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
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90th Avenue
10
Turn right onto 9 Mile Road
2.0 mi
·
2 min
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9 Mile Road
11
At end of road, turn right onto M 20
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
9 Mile Road
12
Continue on M 20
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Wheatland Avenue
13
Continue on M 20
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
9 Mile Road
14
Continue on M 20
12 mi
·
16 min
·
West Remus Road
15
Turn left onto South Meridian Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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South Meridian Road
16
Turn right onto East Pickard Road
2.5 mi
·
3 min
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East Pickard Road
17
Continue on West Pickard Street
1.6 mi
·
3 min
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West Pickard Street
18
Turn left onto BUS US 127
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
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North Mission Street
19
Enter roundabout onto BUS US 127
76 ft
·
4 sec
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BUS US 127
Toward US 127 NORTH: Clare
20
Continue on BUS US 127
13 mi
·
12 min
·
BUS US 127
Toward US 127 NORTH: Clare
21
Take the exit onto US 127 BUS
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 127 BUS
Toward BUS US 127: Clare
22
Enter roundabout onto US 127 BUS
86 ft
·
1 sec
·
North Mission Road
23
Continue on US 127 BUS
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
North Mission Road
24
Continue on US 127 BUS
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
North McEwan Street
25
Turn right onto US 10 BUS
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East 5th Street
26
Continue on US 10 BUS
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
Saginaw Road
27
Continue on US 10 BUS
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Pere Marquette Road
28
Take the ramp onto US 10 BUS
13 mi
·
13 min
·
US 10 BUS
Toward US 10 EAST: Midland
29
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward M 18: Beaverton, Gladwin
30
Turn left onto M 18
10 mi
·
15 min
·
M-18
31
Continue on M 18
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
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Ross Street
32
Turn right onto East Brown Street
160 ft
·
7 sec
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East Brown Street
33
Arrive at destination
East Brown Street
Trip Plan
Planning for this 2-hour and 35-minute drive is simple, but keeping a few logistical tips in mind will make your journey smoother. Since the route includes one recommended stop, use that time to stretch your legs and refuel before finishing the final leg of the trip. Given the total mileage of 126.5 miles, you have plenty of flexibility to adjust your departure time to avoid potential traffic bottlenecks near your origin. Make sure to keep your $19 fuel budget in mind when planning your stops, as prices can fluctuate between major corridors and smaller local roads. Because the route relies heavily on specific business loops, pay close attention to signage when transitioning off US 131 to ensure you stay on track toward Beaverton.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 63.3 miles from Grand Rapids, MI, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.8 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 80 miles or 1h 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63.3 miles or 1h 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beaverton, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Grand Rapids, 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 Grand Rapids, MI
This is one driving day of about 126.5 miles and 2h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Grand Rapids, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 131 for about 45.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 63.3 mi from Grand Rapids, MI · 1h 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 63.3 miles from Grand Rapids, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Beaverton, MI
The final approach into Beaverton, 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 Beaverton, 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
$19.21 one way
$38.43 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $21.18 | $42.36 |
| premium | $4.80 | $23.88 | $47.76 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $28.10 | $56.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.9 | 0 | $13.28 | $6.07 |
| Efficient EV | 31.6 | 0 | $11.07 | $5.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.6 | 0 | $17.71 | $8.10 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (66% 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
Beaverton, MI
Evening in Beaverton on Sunday
Local time
5:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°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
4 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
2h 35m 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 Grand Rapids, MI to Beaverton, MI covers 126.5 miles and takes about 2h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 131, US 10 BUS, BUS US 127. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 63.3 miles from Grand Rapids, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.21 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 126.5 miles you will encounter 21 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: near the start (Fulton Street West): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (US 131): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Grand Rapids, MI and Beaverton, MI, road signs point toward M 20: Stanwood, Bus Us 127: Clare, M 18: Beaverton and Gladwin.
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