Origin
Lansing, MI
Afternoon in Lansing on Thursday
Local time
1:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lansing, MI to South Lyon, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 9m
Distance
56.8 mi
91 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 20m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 19m
8 PM
1h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Lyon, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lansing, MI to South Lyon, MI covers 56.8 miles and takes about 1h 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Allegan Street, Washington Square South, East Michigan Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.88 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 9m. Total distance: 56.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 9m drive with frequent turns across 56.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Allegan Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Lansing, MI to South Lyon, MI is easy. At 1h 9m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lansing, MI to South Lyon, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Allegan Street | — | — |
| Washington Square South | — | — |
| East Michigan Avenue | — | — |
| South Howard Avenue | — | — |
| I 496 EAST | — | — |
| I 96 East | — | — |
| Kent Lake Road | — | — |
| Grand River Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West Allegan Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lansing, MI and South Lyon, MI.
1
Start on Townsend Street
23 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
338 ft
·
12 sec
·
Washington Square South
4
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward East Michigan Avenue
20 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Michigan Avenue
5
Exit the roundabout onto East Michigan Avenue
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
East Michigan Avenue
6
Turn right onto South Howard Avenue
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
South Howard Avenue
7
Take the ramp straight
440 ft
·
11 sec
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 496 EAST, US 127 SOUTH
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
I 496 EAST, US 127 SOUTH
9
Merge slight left
3.4 mi
·
3 min
10
Take the exit slight left toward I 96 East: Detroit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 96 East: Detroit
11
Merge slight right
45 mi
·
48 min
12
Take the exit slight right toward Kent Lake Road, South Lyon
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Kent Lake Road, South Lyon
13
Turn left onto Grand River Avenue
213 ft
·
8 sec
·
Grand River Avenue
14
Turn right onto Kent Lake Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Kent Lake Road
15
Turn left onto Silver Lake Road
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Silver Lake Road
16
Turn right onto Pontiac Trail
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Pontiac Trail
17
Continue on North Lafayette Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Lafayette Street
18
Turn right onto West Lake Street
30 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Lake Street
19
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.4 mi from Lansing, MI · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.4 miles from Lansing, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in South Lyon, MI
The final approach into South Lyon, 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
$8.88 one way
$17.76 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.75 | $19.50 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.93 | $21.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.54 | $25.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17 | 0 | $5.96 | $2.73 |
| Efficient EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.97 | $2.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.95 | $3.64 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
South Lyon, MI
Afternoon in South Lyon on Thursday
Local time
1:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
67°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
20 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 9m 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 South Lyon, MI covers 56.8 miles and takes about 1h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Allegan Street, Washington Square South, East Michigan Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.4 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 $8.88 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 South Lyon, MI is easy. At 1h 9m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Lansing, MI to South Lyon, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Lansing, MI to South Lyon, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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