Origin
Lansing, MI
Late night in Lansing on Friday
Local time
5:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lansing, MI to Vernon, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
43m
Distance
34.5 mi
56 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
★
6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 45m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Vernon, MI
Mikhail Nilov
Trip Overview
Lansing to Vernon is 34.5 miles and takes about 43 minutes via I 69 BL and M 71, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short, direct trip stays within Michigan, making it a convenient option for a quick getaway or errand. You'll primarily be on highway, so expect a straightforward drive without many detours. Given the short duration, it's easily manageable in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. This route is ideal if you're looking for efficiency and minimal travel time between these two Midwest locations.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 43m. Total distance: 34.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 68% of the journey utilizing faster roads. You'll experience a continuous stretch of 23.6 miles on I 69 BL, offering a chance to maintain a steady pace. The route begins on East Saginaw Street before merging onto I 69 BL, then transitions to M 71. While largely a highway experience, the shift between these main roads is seamless, keeping the drive simple. Expect a consistent, no-nonsense travel experience designed for reaching your destination efficiently.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 69 BL is the longest continuous segment at about 23.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 BL and East Saginaw Street. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Allegan Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 34.5 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.2 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
|
~0m in
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West Allegan Street
Turn right onto West Allegan Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Washington Square South
Turn left onto Washington Square South
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Michigan Avenue
Enter roundabout onto East Michigan Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
I 96 BL / North Larch Street
Turn left onto I 96 BL / North Larch Street
Navigation decision point
7
32.4 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Take the exit toward M 71: Corunna, Durand
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward M 71: Corunna, Durand
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 Vernon, MI, road signs point toward M 71: Corunna and Durand.
M 71: Corunna
32.4 mi in
|
~40m
Durand
32.4 mi in
|
~40m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 BL | 23.6 mi | 24m |
| East Saginaw Street | 7 mi | 11m |
| M 71 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Saginaw Highway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North Larch Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Michigan Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| East Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| West Allegan Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69 BL
— 23.6 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lansing, MI and Vernon, 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
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
East Saginaw Street
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69 BL
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
East Saginaw Street
9
Continue on I 69 BL
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Saginaw Highway
10
Take the ramp onto I 69 BL
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
I 69 BL
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69 BL
23 mi
·
23 min
·
I 69 BL
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward M 71: Corunna, Durand
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn left onto M 71
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Lansing Road
14
Continue on M 71
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
M 71
15
Turn slight left onto East Main Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
16
Turn left onto South Chestnut Street
12 ft
·
0 sec
·
South Chestnut Street
17
Arrive at destination
South Chestnut Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.39 one way
$10.79 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.92 | $11.84 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.64 | $13.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.62 | $15.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.62 | $1.66 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.02 | $1.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.83 | $2.21 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% 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
Vernon, MI
Late night in Vernon on Friday
Local time
5:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°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
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
43m 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 Vernon, MI covers 34.5 miles and takes about 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69 BL, East Saginaw Street, M 71. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.3 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 $5.39 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 34.5 miles you will encounter 11 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: 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 Vernon, MI, road signs point toward M 71: Corunna and Durand.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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