Origin
Lake Orion, MI
Evening in Lake Orion on Thursday
Local time
5:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lake Orion, MI to Lansing, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
95.4 mi
154 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lake Orion, MI
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Trip Overview
This 95.4-mile drive from Lake Orion, MI, to Lansing, MI, is a straightforward, one-day trip taking approximately 1 hour and 28 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $14, it's an economical journey. The route primarily utilizes local roads, indicated by its 'turn-heavy local drive' profile and zero highway share, suggesting a more engaged driving experience. This makes it ideal for a single-day excursion, allowing ample time for your destination activities without needing an overnight stay. You'll be traveling within the Midwest region for the entirety of this Michigan-based excursion.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 28m. Total distance: 95.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m 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 decidedly local feel on this 95.4-mile route, as it features a 0% highway share and is characterized as 'turn-heavy.' This means you'll be navigating through communities rather than bypassing them on high-speed interstates. While there's no longest uninterrupted stretch specified, the nature of local roads suggests frequent intersections and potential for slower speeds. The drive progresses through a series of local roads, including North Lapeer Road and West Clarkston Road, offering a consistent, community-focused driving experience without long, monotonous stretches.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Lapeer 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 Orion, MI to Lansing, MI is easy. At 1h 28m 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 Orion, MI to Lansing, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Lapeer Road | — | — |
| West Clarkston Road | — | — |
| Clarkston Road | — | — |
| Sashabaw Road | — | — |
| I 75 North | — | — |
| I 75 | — | — |
| I 69 | — | — |
| I 69 West | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North Lapeer Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Orion, MI and Lansing, MI.
1
Start on South Broadway Street
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
South Broadway Street
2
Turn left onto North Lapeer Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Lapeer Road
3
Turn right onto West Clarkston Road
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
West Clarkston Road
4
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Clarkston Road
102 ft
·
2 sec
·
Clarkston Road
5
Exit the roundabout onto Clarkston Road
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Clarkston Road
6
Turn left onto Sashabaw Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Sashabaw Road
7
Take the ramp right toward I 75 North: Flint
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
I 75 North: Flint
8
Merge slight left
22 mi
·
23 min
9
Keep slight left to continue on I 75: Saginaw
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
I 75: Saginaw
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 69: Lansing, Port Huron
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
I 69: Lansing, Port Huron
11
Keep slight right to continue on I 69: Lansing, Flint, Port Huron
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
I 69: Lansing, Flint, Port Huron
12
Keep slight left to continue on I 69 West: Lansing
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
I 69 West: Lansing
13
Merge slight left onto Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
37 mi
·
37 min
·
Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
14
Take the exit slight right toward BL I 69: East Lansing
6.8 mi
·
11 min
·
BL I 69: East Lansing
15
Turn straight onto East Grand River Avenue
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
East Grand River Avenue
16
Turn left onto North Howard Avenue
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
North Howard Avenue
17
Take the ramp slight left toward US 127 South
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
US 127 South
18
Merge slight left
0.4 mi
·
26 sec
19
Take the exit slight right toward I 496 West: Downtown Lansing
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 496 West: Downtown Lansing
20
Merge slight left onto Ransom E Olds Freeway
1.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Ransom E Olds Freeway
21
Take the exit slight right toward Downtown
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Downtown
22
Turn right onto South Walnut Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Walnut Street
23
Turn right onto West Allegan Street
413 ft
·
12 sec
·
West Allegan Street
24
Turn right onto Townsend Street
23 ft
·
1 sec
·
Townsend Street
25
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 47.7 mi from Lake Orion, MI · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
48 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 47.7 miles from Lake Orion, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lansing, MI
The final approach into Lansing, 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
$14.91 one way
$29.83 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $16.38 | $32.75 |
| premium | $4.89 | $18.36 | $36.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.06 | $42.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$15
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.6 | 0 | $10.02 | $4.58 |
| Efficient EV | 23.9 | 0 | $8.35 | $3.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.2 | 0 | $13.36 | $6.11 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Lansing, MI
Evening in Lansing on Thursday
Local time
5:07 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
5 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 28m 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 Orion, MI to Lansing, MI covers 95.4 miles and takes about 1h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Lapeer Road, West Clarkston Road, Clarkston Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 47.7 miles from Lake Orion, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.91 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 Orion, MI to Lansing, MI is easy. At 1h 28m 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 Orion, MI to Lansing, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Lake Orion, MI to Lansing, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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