Origin
Lansing, MI
Late night in Lansing on Saturday
Local time
12:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
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Trip from Lansing, MI to Hersey, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 25m
Distance
125.5 mi
202 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 16m
★
6 AM
2h 25m
8 AM
2h 45m
10 AM
2h 32m
12 PM
2h 30m
3 PM
2h 33m
5 PM
2h 44m
8 PM
2h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hersey, MI
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Trip Overview
This 125.5-mile drive from Lansing to Hersey, Michigan, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 25 minutes. Designed for a single day, this trip is almost entirely on highways, making it an efficient way to travel through the Midwest. With an estimated fuel cost of $20, it's an economical option for a quick getaway or a practical transit. You'll be covering a significant portion of the distance on US 127, which forms the longest uninterrupted stretch of your drive. This route is a great choice if you're looking for a no-fuss travel experience without needing to break it up into multiple days.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
62.8 miles from Lansing, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 25m. Total distance: 125.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a drive-focused experience, with 96% of this route utilizing highways. The main roads you'll navigate include US 127, US 10, and East Saginaw Street. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 84.5 miles on US 127, offering a consistent pace for a significant part of your journey. This predominantly highway-focused profile means you'll likely experience a steady speed and minimal traffic delays, allowing for a predictable and efficient travel time. The road's personality is that of smooth, high-speed travel, ideal for covering ground quickly.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 127 is the longest continuous segment at about 84.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 127 and US 10. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Allegan Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Lansing, MI to Hersey, MI is easy. At 2h 25m with 96% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Allegan Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Washington Square South): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (East Michigan Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West Allegan Street
Turn right onto West Allegan Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Washington Square South
Turn left onto Washington Square South
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Michigan Avenue
Enter roundabout onto East Michigan Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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I 96 BL / North Larch Street
Turn left onto I 96 BL / North Larch Street
Navigation decision point
5
87.7 mi into trip
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~1h 34m in
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US 10
Take the exit onto US 10 toward US 10 WEST, TO M 115: Ludington, Cadillac
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 10 WEST, TO M 115: Ludington, Cadilla...
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 Hersey, MI, road signs point toward To M 115: Ludington and Cadillac.
To M 115: Ludington
87.7 mi in
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~1h 34m
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via US 10
Cadillac
87.7 mi in
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~1h 34m
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via US 10
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 127 | 84.5 mi | 1h 27m |
| US 10 | 36.2 mi | 46m |
| East Saginaw Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| 180th Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North Larch Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Michigan Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West Allegan Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 127
— 84.5 mi, about 1h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lansing, MI and Hersey, 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
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Michigan Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn left onto I 96 BL
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Larch Street
7
Turn right onto I 69 BL; M 43
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
East Saginaw Street
8
Turn left onto North Homer Street
515 ft
·
16 sec
·
North Homer Street
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward US 127 North
10
Merge onto US 127
84 mi
·
1 hr 27 min
·
US 127
11
Take the exit onto US 10
36 mi
·
46 min
·
US 10
Toward US 10 WEST, TO M 115: Ludington, Cadillac
12
Turn left onto 180th Avenue
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
180th Avenue
13
Continue on North Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
14
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Trip Plan
Given its manageable 2-hour and 25-minute duration, this route from Lansing to Hersey offers plenty of flexibility. You can depart in the morning and arrive well before lunch, or opt for an afternoon drive. Since there are no listed stops, consider planning one brief break around the halfway point to stretch your legs, especially since the longest uninterrupted stretch is 84.5 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $20, and filling up before you leave Lansing is a good idea to ensure a smooth, uninterrupted journey. This is a straightforward drive, so focus on enjoying the efficient travel.
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 62.8 miles from Lansing, MI, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 84.5 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 28 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.8 miles or 1h 8m 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 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hersey, 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 125.5 miles and 2h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Lansing, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 127 for about 84.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 62.8 mi from Lansing, MI · 1h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 62.8 miles from Lansing, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 127 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 84.5 miles.
Arriving in Hersey, MI
The final approach into Hersey, 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 Hersey, 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
$19.62 one way
$39.24 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $21.54 | $43.09 |
| premium | $4.89 | $24.15 | $48.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.71 | $55.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.7 | 0 | $13.18 | $6.02 |
| Efficient EV | 31.4 | 0 | $10.98 | $5.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.2 | 0 | $17.57 | $8.03 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Hersey, MI
Late night in Hersey on Saturday
Local time
12:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
13 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
2h 25m 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 Hersey, MI covers 125.5 miles and takes about 2h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 127, US 10, East Saginaw Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 62.8 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 $19.62 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 Lansing, MI to Hersey, MI is easy. At 2h 25m with 96% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Allegan Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Washington Square South): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (East Michigan Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Between Lansing, MI and Hersey, MI, road signs point toward To M 115: Ludington and Cadillac.
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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