Origin
Lawton, MI
Night in Lawton on Thursday
Local time
9:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lawton, MI to Grand Rapids, MI
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
65.7 mi
106 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Grand Rapids, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Lawton, MI to Grand Rapids, MI covers 65.7 miles and takes about 1h 18m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 131, I 94, 26th Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 50.4 miles on US 131. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.27 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 18m. Total distance: 65.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 18m highway drive covering 65.7 miles, with most of the trip on US 131 and I 94. The longest continuous stretch is about 50.4 miles on US 131.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 131 is the longest continuous segment at about 50.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 131 and I 94. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 4.7 miles in near Robinson Avenue.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 18m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.7 miles (Robinson Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 14.6 miles (US 131): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
4.7 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
Robinson Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto Robinson Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
6.4 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
14.6 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
US 131
Merge onto US 131
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
64.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward Cherry Street Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 84B
Toward Cherry Street Downtown
7
65.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
|
Ionia Avenue Southwest
Turn left onto Ionia Avenue Southwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 131 | 50.4 mi | 54m |
| I 94 | 7.6 mi | 8m |
| 26th Street | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| County Road 358 | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| South Main Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| East Third | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Glidden Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Ionia Avenue Southwest | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 131
— 50.4 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lawton, MI and Grand Rapids, MI.
1
Start on South Franklin Street
251 ft
·
10 sec
·
South Franklin Street
2
Turn right onto 358
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
East Third
3
Continue on 358
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
County Road 358
4
Turn left onto 26th Street
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
26th Street
5
At end of road, turn left onto Robinson Avenue
135 ft
·
9 sec
·
Robinson Avenue
6
Turn right onto Glidden Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Glidden Street
7
Continue on Front Avenue
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Front Avenue
8
Turn left onto 652
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
South Main Street
9
Enter roundabout
66 ft
·
3 sec
10
Continue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
11
Merge onto I 94
7.6 mi
·
8 min
·
I 94
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
Toward US-131 NORTH: Grand Rapids
13
Merge onto US 131
50 mi
·
54 min
·
US 131
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 84B
Toward Cherry Street Downtown
15
Turn right onto Cherry Street Southwest
248 ft
·
15 sec
·
Cherry Street Southwest
16
Turn left onto Ionia Avenue Southwest
0.2 mi
·
50 sec
·
Ionia Avenue Southwest
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto Fulton Street West
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Fulton Street West
18
Arrive at destination
Fulton Street West
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.9 mi from Lawton, MI · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.9 miles from Lawton, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Grand Rapids, MI
The final approach into Grand Rapids, 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
$10.27 one way
$20.54 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.28 | $22.56 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.64 | $25.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.51 | $29.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 23 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.90 | $3.15 |
| Efficient EV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.75 | $2.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.20 | $4.20 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Grand Rapids, MI
Night in Grand Rapids on Thursday
Local time
9:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Otsego, MI
33 mi in
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
2 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 18m 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 Lawton, MI to Grand Rapids, MI covers 65.7 miles and takes about 1h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 131, I 94, 26th 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 32.9 miles from Lawton, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.27 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 is a straightforward 1h 18m drive. You will face about 14 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.7 miles (Robinson Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 14.6 miles (US 131): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Lawton, MI to Grand Rapids, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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