Origin
Lake Isabella, MI
Afternoon in Lake Isabella on Thursday
Local time
3:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lake Isabella, MI to Grand Rapids, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
77.1 mi
124 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
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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Trip Overview
The drive from Lake Isabella, MI to Grand Rapids, MI covers 77.1 miles and takes about 1h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Coldwater Road, West Remus Road, 9 Mile Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.05 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 77.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m 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
Expect a 1h 22m drive with frequent turns across 77.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Coldwater Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Lake Isabella, MI to Grand Rapids, MI is easy. At 1h 22m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lake Isabella, MI to Grand Rapids, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Coldwater Road | — | — |
| West Remus Road | — | — |
| 9 Mile Road | — | — |
| East Wheatland Avenue | — | — |
| 90th Avenue | — | — |
| Buchanan Road | — | — |
| 155th Avenue | — | — |
| 8 Mile Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North Coldwater Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Isabella, MI and Grand Rapids, MI.
1
Start on North Clubhouse Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Clubhouse Drive
2
At the end of the road, turn right onto North Coldwater Road
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
North Coldwater Road
3
Turn right onto West Remus Road
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
West Remus Road
4
Continue on 9 Mile Road
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
9 Mile Road
5
Continue on East Wheatland Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Wheatland Avenue
6
Continue on 9 Mile Road
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
9 Mile Road
7
Continue on 9 Mile Road
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
9 Mile Road
8
Turn left onto 90th Avenue
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
90th Avenue
9
Turn right onto Buchanan Road
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Buchanan Road
10
Keep slight left to continue on 155th Avenue
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
155th Avenue
11
Turn right onto 8 Mile Road
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
8 Mile Road
12
Take the ramp left toward US 131 South: Grand Rapids
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
US 131 South: Grand Rapids
13
Merge slight left
45 mi
·
45 min
14
Take the exit slight left toward I 196 East: Lansing
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
I 196 East: Lansing
15
Merge slight right onto Gerald R Ford Freeway
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Gerald R Ford Freeway
16
Take the exit slight right toward Ottawa Avenue, Downtown
449 ft
·
11 sec
·
Ottawa Avenue, Downtown
17
Keep slight right to continue on Downtown
417 ft
·
10 sec
·
Downtown
18
Continue on Ottawa Avenue Northwest
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Ottawa Avenue Northwest
19
Turn left onto Monroe Center Street Northwest
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Monroe Center Street Northwest
20
Turn right onto Division Avenue North
184 ft
·
11 sec
·
Division Avenue North
21
Turn right onto Fulton Street West
56 ft
·
2 sec
·
Fulton Street West
22
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.5 mi from Lake Isabella, MI · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.5 miles from Lake Isabella, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Grand Rapids, MI
The final approach into Grand Rapids, MI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.05 one way
$24.11 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.23 | $26.47 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.84 | $29.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.02 | $34.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 27 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.1 | 0 | $8.10 | $3.70 |
| Efficient EV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.75 | $3.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.8 | 0 | $10.79 | $4.93 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (67% 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
Grand Rapids, MI
Afternoon in Grand Rapids on Thursday
Local time
3:37 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
7 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
1h 22m 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 Lake Isabella, MI to Grand Rapids, MI covers 77.1 miles and takes about 1h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Coldwater Road, West Remus Road, 9 Mile Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38.5 miles from Lake Isabella, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.05 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.
The drive from Lake Isabella, MI to Grand Rapids, MI is easy. At 1h 22m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lake Isabella, MI to Grand Rapids, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Lake Isabella, MI to Grand Rapids, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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