Origin
L'Anse, MI
Late night in L'Anse on Saturday
Local time
12:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from L'Anse, MI to Alberta, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
12m
Distance
8.9 mi
14 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 12m
★
6 AM
0h 13m
8 AM
0h 15m
10 AM
0h 13m
12 PM
0h 13m
3 PM
0h 14m
5 PM
0h 15m
8 PM
0h 12m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
L'Anse, MI
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Alberta, MI
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Trip Overview
This quick 8.9-mile drive between L'Anse and Alberta, Michigan, takes about 12 minutes and is ideal for a single-day excursion. Primarily utilizing US 41, with brief segments on East Broad Street and Old US-41, this route offers a straightforward journey through the Midwest. With a minimal fuel cost estimated at $1, it's an economical option for a short hop. The drive-focused profile means you'll spend most of your time on well-maintained highways, making it a simple and efficient trip. Since it's such a short distance, you can easily incorporate it into a larger itinerary or enjoy it as a standalone outing.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 12m. Total distance: 8.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience on this route, with 93% of your travel occurring on main roads like US 41. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 8.2 miles on US 41, offering a consistent pace. This drive is characterized by its efficiency, allowing you to cover the distance with minimal fuss. You'll experience a smooth transition between the main highway and the local road segments, maintaining a steady travel profile throughout the 12-minute journey.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 41 is the longest continuous segment at about 8.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 41 and East Broad Street. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near US 41.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from L'Anse, MI to Alberta, MI is easy. At 12m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (US 41): Navigation decision point; at 8.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 8.8 miles (Old US-41): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 41
At end of road, turn left onto US 41
Navigation decision point
3
8.8 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
4
8.8 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
Old US-41
Turn right onto Old US-41
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 41 | 8.2 mi | 11m |
| East Broad Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Old US-41 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 41
— 8.2 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between L'Anse, MI and Alberta, MI.
1
Start on East Broad Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Broad Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 41
8.2 mi
·
11 min
·
US 41
3
Turn right
104 ft
·
7 sec
4
Turn right onto Old US-41
34 ft
·
1 sec
·
Old US-41
5
Turn slight right
23 ft
·
1 sec
6
Arrive at destination
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.39 one way
$2.78 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.53 | $3.06 |
| premium | $4.89 | $1.71 | $3.43 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.97 | $3.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.93 | $0.43 |
| Efficient EV | 2.2 | 0 | $0.78 | $0.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.25 | $0.57 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Alberta, MI
Late night in Alberta on Saturday
Local time
12:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°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
2 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
12m 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 L'Anse, MI to Alberta, MI covers 8.9 miles and takes about 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 41, East Broad Street, Old US-41. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.4 miles from L'Anse, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.39 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 L'Anse, MI to Alberta, MI is easy. At 12m with 93% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (US 41): Navigation decision point; at 8.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 8.8 miles (Old US-41): Navigation decision point.
The route from L'Anse, MI to Alberta, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Keweenaw National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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