Origin
Lansing, MI
Morning in Lansing on Friday
Local time
11:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lansing, MI to Auburn Hills, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 37m
Distance
84.2 mi
136 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 30m
★
6 AM
1h 38m
8 AM
1h 53m
10 AM
1h 43m
12 PM
1h 42m
3 PM
1h 44m
5 PM
1h 52m
8 PM
1h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Auburn Hills, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lansing, MI to Auburn Hills, MI covers 84.2 miles and takes about 1h 37m 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 $13.16 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
42.1 miles from Lansing, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 84.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 37m drive with frequent turns across 84.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 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 Auburn Hills, MI is easy. At 1h 37m 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 Auburn Hills, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Allegan Street | — | — |
| Washington Square South | — | — |
| East Michigan Avenue | — | — |
| North Larch Street | — | — |
| East Saginaw Street | — | — |
| Saginaw Highway | — | — |
| I 75 | — | — |
| I 75 South | — | — |
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 Auburn Hills, 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
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Michigan Avenue
6
Turn left onto North Larch Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Larch Street
7
Turn right onto East Saginaw Street
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
East Saginaw Street
8
Keep slight left to continue on East Saginaw Street
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
East Saginaw Street
9
Continue on Saginaw Highway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Saginaw Highway
10
Take the ramp straight
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
11
Keep slight right
38 mi
·
38 min
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 75, US 23: Saginaw, Detroit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
I 75, US 23: Saginaw, Detroit
13
Keep slight right to continue on I 75 South, US 23 South: Detroit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
I 75 South, US 23 South: Detroit
14
Merge slight left
1.9 mi
·
2 min
15
Keep slight left
33 mi
·
35 min
16
Take the exit slight right toward I 75 Business, M 24: Pontiac, Lapeer
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 75 Business, M 24: Pontiac, Lapeer
17
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
18
Keep slight right to continue on I 75 Business South: Pontiac
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
I 75 Business South: Pontiac
19
Turn left
89 ft
·
4 sec
20
Turn left
154 ft
·
7 sec
21
Exit the roundabout onto Shimmons Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Shimmons Road
22
Arrive at your destination
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 42.1 miles from Lansing, MI, or about 48m into the drive.
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 19 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42.1 miles or 48m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Auburn Hills, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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 84.2 miles and 1h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Lansing, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 42.1 mi from Lansing, MI · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
42 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 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 42.1 miles from Lansing, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Auburn Hills, MI
The final approach into Auburn Hills, 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
$13.16 one way
$26.33 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
30 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $14.45 | $28.91 |
| premium | $4.89 | $16.20 | $32.41 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.59 | $37.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 25.3 | 0 | $8.84 | $4.04 |
| Efficient EV | 21.1 | 0 | $7.37 | $3.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 33.7 | 0 | $11.79 | $5.39 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Auburn Hills, MI
Morning in Auburn Hills on Friday
Local time
11:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
1 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
1h 37m 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 Auburn Hills, MI covers 84.2 miles and takes about 1h 37m 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 42.1 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 $13.16 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 Auburn Hills, MI is easy. At 1h 37m 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 Auburn Hills, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Lansing, MI to Auburn Hills, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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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