Origin
Lansing, MI
Night in Lansing on Tuesday
Local time
10:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lansing, MI to Deerfield, MI
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
1h 58m
Distance
100.4 mi
162 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 50m
★
6 AM
1h 58m
8 AM
2h 15m
10 AM
2h 4m
12 PM
2h 2m
3 PM
2h 5m
5 PM
2h 14m
8 PM
1h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Deerfield, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lansing, MI to Deerfield, MI covers 100.4 miles and takes about 1h 58m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 23, I 96, US 127 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 45.9 miles on US 23. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.70 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
50.2 miles from Lansing, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 1h 58m highway drive covering 100.4 miles, with most of the trip on US 23 and I 96. The longest continuous stretch is about 45.9 miles on US 23.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 23 is the longest continuous segment at about 45.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 23 and I 96. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 100.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 21 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
2.6 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 496 EAST, US 127 SOUTH
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 496 EAST, US 127 SOUTH
8
47 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Take the exit toward US 23: Ann Arbor, Flint
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 148A-B
Toward US 23: Ann Arbor, Flint
8
47.3 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 23 South: Ann Arbor
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 148A
Toward US 23 South: Ann Arbor
8
64.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
US 23
Keep slight right at fork onto US 23 toward US 23 South: Ann Arbor, Toledo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 23 South: Ann Arbor, Toledo
8
93.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 45m in
Take the exit toward Ida, Petersburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 13
Toward Ida, Petersburg
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 Deerfield, MI, road signs point toward Flint, Toledo, Ida and Petersburg.
Flint
47 mi in
|
~55m
Toledo
64.2 mi in
|
~1h 14m
|
via US 23
Ida
93.5 mi in
|
~1h 45m
Petersburg
93.5 mi in
|
~1h 45m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 23 | 45.9 mi | 49m |
| I 96 | 40 mi | 42m |
| US 127 | 3.4 mi | 3m |
| Deerfield Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Ida West Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| East Michigan Avenue | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| I 496 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East Keegan Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 23
— 45.9 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lansing, MI and Deerfield, MI.
1
Start on Townsend Street
22 ft
·
3 sec
·
Townsend Street
2
Turn right onto West Allegan Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
West Allegan Street
3
Turn left onto Washington Square South
339 ft
·
11 sec
·
Washington Square South
4
Enter roundabout onto East Michigan Avenue
20 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Michigan Avenue
5
Continue on East Michigan Avenue
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
East Michigan Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn right onto South Howard Avenue
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
South Howard Avenue
7
Take the ramp
440 ft
·
10 sec
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward I 496 EAST, US 127 SOUTH
9
Merge onto US 127
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
US 127
10
Take the exit onto I 496
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 496
Exit 73A
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
Use the slight left lane.
11
Merge onto I 96
40 mi
·
42 min
·
I 96
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 148A-B
Toward US 23: Ann Arbor, Flint
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 148A
Toward US 23 South: Ann Arbor
Use the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto US 23
17 mi
·
17 min
·
US 23
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 23
29 mi
·
31 min
·
US 23
Toward US 23 South: Ann Arbor, Toledo
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 13
Toward Ida, Petersburg
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn right onto Ida West Road
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Ida West Road
18
Continue on Division Street
400 ft
·
10 sec
·
Division Street
19
Turn right onto East Center Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
East Center Street
20
Turn right onto Saline Street
343 ft
·
12 sec
·
Saline Street
21
At end of road, turn left onto West Railroad Street
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
West Railroad Street
22
Continue on Deerfield Road
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Deerfield Road
23
Continue on East Keegan Street
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
East Keegan Street
24
Turn left onto Carey Street
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Carey Street
25
At end of road, turn left onto East River Street
109 ft
·
3 sec
·
East River Street
26
Arrive at destination
East River Street
Trip Plan
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 50.2 miles from Lansing, MI, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.9 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 80 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.2 miles or 59m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Deerfield, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lansing, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Lansing, MI
This is one driving day of about 100.4 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lansing, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 23 for about 45.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.2 mi from Lansing, MI · 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
50 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 50.2 miles from Lansing, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Deerfield, MI
The final approach into Deerfield, MI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Deerfield, MI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.70 one way
$31.39 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
35 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $17.23 | $34.47 |
| premium | $4.89 | $19.32 | $38.64 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.17 | $44.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.1 | 0 | $10.54 | $4.82 |
| Efficient EV | 25.1 | 0 | $8.79 | $4.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.2 | 0 | $14.06 | $6.43 |
Gas CO2
35 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Deerfield, MI
Night in Deerfield on Tuesday
Local time
10:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
26 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 58m 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 Deerfield, MI covers 100.4 miles and takes about 1h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 23, I 96, US 127. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.2 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 $15.70 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 demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 100.4 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Lansing, MI and Deerfield, MI, road signs point toward Flint, Toledo, Ida and Petersburg.
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