Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 34m
Distance
70.8 mi
114 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sherwood, MI
fish socks
The drive from Lansing, MI to Sherwood, MI covers 70.8 miles and takes about 1h 34m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 69, M-66, Lansing Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 31.6 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.07 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.
Midpoint
35.4 miles from Lansing, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 34m. Total distance: 70.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (47%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
The drive from Lansing, MI to Sherwood, MI covers 70.8 miles and takes about 1h 34m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Allegan Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 70.8 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (West Allegan Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (South Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto West Allegan Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto South Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward Lansing Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Take the exit toward I 94: Chicago, Detroit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward I 94 West: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lansing, MI and Sherwood, MI, road signs point toward Detroit and M 66: Sturgis.
Detroit
M 66: Sturgis
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 31.6 mi | 33m |
| M-66 | 9.8 mi | 14m |
| Lansing Road | 6.5 mi | 9m |
| Athens Road | 4.2 mi | 9m |
| M 66 | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| North Capital Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Ransom E Olds Freeway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| State Highway 66 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Lansing, MI and Sherwood, MI.
Start on Townsend Street
Turn left onto West Allegan Street
Turn left onto South Walnut Street
Turn right onto West Saint Joseph Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 496
Take the exit
Continue on West Main Street
Continue on Lansing Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 69
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Take the exit
Merge onto I 194; M 66
Continue on M 66
Continue on M 66
Continue on M 66
Continue on M 66
Continue on M 66
Continue on M 66
Continue on M 66
Turn right onto Dunks Road
Turn straight onto Athens Road
Continue on North Main Street
Turn left onto Fremont Street
Arrive at destination
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.
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 16 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.4 miles or 42m 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sherwood, MI than in the middle of the route.
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 70.8 miles and 1h 34m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.4 mi from Lansing, MI · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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.
A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 35.4 miles from Lansing, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Sherwood, 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.
Regular Gas
$11.07 one way
$22.14 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.15 | $24.31 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.62 | $27.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.63 | $31.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.43 | $3.40 |
| Efficient EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.19 | $2.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.3 | 0 | $9.91 | $4.53 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Lansing on Thursday
Local time
11:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Night in Sherwood on Thursday
Local time
11:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
47°F
Bellevue, MI
35 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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