The drive from Grand Rapids, MI to Roosevelt Park, MI covers 39.3 miles and takes about 46m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 96, US 131, Sherwood Road for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 33.4 miles on I 96.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.14 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 46m. Total distance: 39.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 46m highway drive covering 39.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 96 and US 131. The longest continuous stretch is about 33.4 miles on I 96.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 96 is the longest continuous segment at about 33.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and US 131. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 39.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 46m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (US 131): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.4 mi into trip|~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|~1m in|US 131
Merge onto US 131
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
8
3.9 mi into trip|~5m in
Take the exit toward I 96, M 37: Muskegon, Lansing
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 89
Toward I 96, M 37: Muskegon, Lansing
5
4.3 mi into trip|~6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 96: Muskegon
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 96: Muskegon
5
4.6 mi into trip|~6m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Grand Rapids, MI and Roosevelt Park, MI, road signs point toward M 37: Muskegon and Lansing.
M 37: Muskegon
3.9 mi in|~5m
Lansing
3.9 mi in|~5m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 96
33.4 mi
36m
US 131
3.2 mi
3m
Sherwood Road
0.4 mi
1m
Henry Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Fulton Street West
0.3 mi
<1m
West Norton Avenue
0.2 mi
<1m
Market Avenue Southwest
0.2 mi
<1m
Cranbrook Road
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 33.4 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grand Rapids, MI and Roosevelt Park, MI.
1
Start on Fulton Street West
0.3 mi·58 sec·Fulton Street West
2
Turn left onto Market Avenue Southwest
0.2 mi·33 sec·Market Avenue Southwest
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward US 131 North: CadillacUse the right lane.
4
Merge onto US 131
3.2 mi·3 min·US 131
Use the slight left lane.
5
Take the exit
0.5 mi·34 sec
Exit 89Toward I 96, M 37: Muskegon, LansingUse the slight left lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·22 sec
Toward I 96: Muskegon
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·14 sec
8
Merge onto I 96
33 mi·36 min·I 96
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Take the exit
395 ft·16 sec
10
Turn left onto West Norton Avenue
0.2 mi·33 sec·West Norton Avenue
11
Turn right onto Henry Street
0.3 mi·41 sec·Henry Street
12
Turn left onto Cranbrook Road
330 ft·16 sec·Cranbrook Road
13
Turn right onto Lindland Road
154 ft·6 sec·Lindland Road
14
Continue on Sherwood Road
0.4 mi·1 min·Sherwood Road
15
Arrive at destination
Sherwood Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.7 mi from Grand Rapids, MI
· 22m into the drive
The midpoint is around 19.7 miles from Grand Rapids, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Roosevelt Park, MI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Roosevelt Park, 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
$6.14 one way
$12.29 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg14 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$6.75
$13.49
premium
$4.89
$7.56
$15.13
diesel
$5.61
$8.68
$17.35
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging
· 0 stops
· 64% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
11.8
0
$4.13
$1.89
Efficient EV
9.8
0
$3.44
$1.57
EV Truck/SUV
15.7
0
$5.50
$2.52
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Grand Rapids, MI
Morning
in Grand Rapids on Saturday
Local time
9:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
SSW 12 mph91% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 18 at 1:41AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 18 at 1:37AM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Destination
Roosevelt Park, MI
Morning
in Roosevelt Park on Saturday
Local time
9:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°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
3 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
46m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 Roosevelt Park, MI covers 39.3 miles and takes about 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 96, US 131, Sherwood Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.7 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 $6.14 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 short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 39.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 46m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (US 131): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Grand Rapids, MI and Roosevelt Park, MI, road signs point toward M 37: Muskegon and Lansing.
