Origin
Lansing, MI
Late night in Lansing on Saturday
Local time
4:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lansing, MI to Beechwood, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 44m
Distance
90.7 mi
146 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 37m
★
6 AM
1h 45m
8 AM
2h 0m
10 AM
1h 50m
12 PM
1h 49m
3 PM
1h 51m
5 PM
1h 59m
8 PM
1h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Beechwood, MI
fish socks
Trip Overview
Lansing to Beechwood is 90.7 miles and takes about 1 hour 44 minutes via I 96 and Paul B. Henry Freeway, with a fuel budget near $14 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Michigan, moving you from one part of the Midwest to another. It's a straightforward journey, primarily on well-maintained highways, making it a practical choice for a quick trip. Expect a consistent driving experience for the majority of the route, with minimal deviations needed. This is a good option if you're looking for an efficient way to cover this distance without significant detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.4 miles from Lansing, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 44m. Total distance: 90.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This trip is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 88% of the route utilizing major freeways like I 96 and the Paul B. Henry Freeway. You'll experience long stretches of consistent speed, including a significant 44.5-mile segment on I 96 without needing to exit. The Gerald R. Ford Freeway also contributes to this high-speed character. The drive generally maintains this highway feel, offering a predictable pace. It's a route designed for efficient travel rather than winding scenic exploration.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 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 44.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and Paul B. Henry Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.6 miles in near I 496.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 90.7 miles you will encounter 17 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: at 5.6 miles (I 496): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 73.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
5.6 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
I 496
Keep slight right at fork onto I 496 toward I 69 North, I 96 West: Flint, Grand Rapids
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 69 North, I 96 West: Flint, Grand Rapi...
7
54.2 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Take the exit toward M 6 West: Holland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 46
Toward M 6 West: Holland
7
73.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 196 West: Holland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 196 West: Holland
6
82.7 mi into trip
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~1h 31m in
|
I 196 BL
Take the exit onto I 196 BL toward BL I 196: Zeeland, Holland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 55
Toward BL I 196: Zeeland, Holland
6
87 mi into trip
|
~1h 37m in
|
112th Avenue
Turn right onto 112th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lansing, MI and Beechwood, MI, road signs point toward Grand Rapids, M 6 West: Holland, Bl I 196: Zeeland and Holland.
Grand Rapids
5.6 mi in
|
~7m
|
via I 496
M 6 West: Holland
54.2 mi in
|
~59m
Bl I 196: Zeeland
82.7 mi in
|
~1h 31m
|
via I 196 BL
Holland
82.7 mi in
|
~1h 31m
|
via I 196 BL
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 96 | 44.5 mi | 47m |
| Paul B. Henry Freeway | 18.3 mi | 19m |
| Gerald R Ford Freeway | 8.2 mi | 8m |
| Ransom E Olds Freeway | 4.5 mi | 4m |
| Byron Road | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| I 69 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| East Lakewood Boulevard | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| I 496 | 1.2 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 44.5 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lansing, MI and Beechwood, MI.
1
Start on Townsend Street
22 ft
·
6 sec
·
Townsend Street
2
Turn left onto West Allegan Street
412 ft
·
15 sec
·
West Allegan Street
3
Turn left onto South Walnut Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Walnut Street
4
Turn right onto West Saint Joseph Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
West Saint Joseph Street
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward I 496 West
6
Merge onto I 496
4.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Ransom E Olds Freeway
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 496
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 496
Toward I 69 North, I 96 West: Flint, Grand Rapids
8
Merge onto I 69; I 96
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
I 69; I 96
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
45 mi
·
47 min
·
I 96
Toward I 96 West: Grand Rapids
10
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 46
Toward M 6 West: Holland
Use the slight right lane.
11
Continue on M 6
18 mi
·
19 min
·
Paul B. Henry Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
1.1 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 196 West: Holland
Use the slight left lane.
13
Merge onto I 196
8.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Gerald R Ford Freeway
14
Take the exit onto I 196 BL
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
I 196 BL
Exit 55
Toward BL I 196: Zeeland, Holland
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 196 BL
264 ft
·
7 sec
·
I 196 BL
16
Turn right onto I 196 BL
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Byron Road
17
Turn right onto 112th Avenue
505 ft
·
19 sec
·
112th Avenue
Use the right lane.
18
Turn left onto East Lakewood Boulevard
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
East Lakewood Boulevard
19
Continue on Howard Avenue
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Howard Avenue
20
Continue on Douglas Avenue
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Douglas Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
21
Turn left
214 ft
·
15 sec
22
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of 1 hour and 44 minutes, this trip is easily completed in a single day, so there's no need to plan for an overnight stay. You can depart Lansing at your convenience, perhaps in the late morning to avoid early rush hour. The longest stretch is 44.5 miles on I 96, so plan for your fuel needs before embarking on that segment. With only 90.7 miles total and a low fuel cost estimated at $14, you won't need many stops, but it's always wise to take a break at a rest area if you feel fatigued. Keep an eye out for lane changes as you transition between I 96 and other freeways.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 45.4 miles from Lansing, MI, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.5 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 20 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.4 miles or 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beechwood, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Lansing, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lansing, MI
This is one driving day of about 90.7 miles and 1h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Lansing, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 96 for about 44.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 45.4 mi from Lansing, MI · 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.4 miles from Lansing, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Beechwood, MI
The final approach into Beechwood, 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
$14.18 one way
$28.36 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $15.57 | $31.14 |
| premium | $4.89 | $17.45 | $34.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.03 | $40.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.52 | $4.35 |
| Efficient EV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.94 | $3.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.3 | 0 | $12.70 | $5.80 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Beechwood, MI
Late night in Beechwood on Saturday
Local time
4:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
47°F
Caledonia, MI
45 mi in
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
11 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 44m 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 Lansing, MI to Beechwood, MI covers 90.7 miles and takes about 1h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 96, Paul B. Henry Freeway, Gerald R Ford Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.4 miles from Lansing, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.18 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 90.7 miles you will encounter 17 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: at 5.6 miles (I 496): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 73.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Lansing, MI and Beechwood, MI, road signs point toward Grand Rapids, M 6 West: Holland, Bl I 196: Zeeland and Holland.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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