Origin
Negaunee, MI
Morning in Negaunee on Wednesday
Local time
8:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Negaunee, MI to Cascade, MI
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
21m
Distance
10.4 mi
17 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 20m
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6 AM
0h 22m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 23m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 20m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Negaunee, MI
Andrea Piacquadio
Cascade, MI
Lorenza Magnaghi
Trip Overview
This short, 10.4-mile drive from Negaunee to Cascade, Michigan, will take you about 21 minutes to complete. It's a quick trip entirely within Michigan's Midwest region, making it perfect for a single day of travel. You'll primarily be on County Road 480, County Road NC, and County Road NG, with no highway driving involved. With an estimated fuel cost of just $2, this route is very budget-friendly. Given its brevity, it's best suited as a short excursion rather than requiring an overnight stay, offering plenty of flexibility for your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
5.2 miles from Negaunee, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 7m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, featuring a 0% highway share. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 7.2 miles on County Road 480. This drive is characterized by frequent turns and a more intimate connection with the local landscape, rather than high-speed travel. You'll navigate through a series of county roads, which can offer a more engaging driving experience for those who prefer a less monotonous journey.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 8 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
County Road 480 is the longest continuous segment at about 7.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near M 28 BUS / Jackson Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 21m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (M 28 BUS / Jackson Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (South Pioneer Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Rail Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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M 28 BUS / Jackson Street
Turn right onto M 28 BUS / Jackson Street
Navigation decision point
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South Pioneer Avenue
Turn right onto South Pioneer Avenue
Navigation decision point
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0.2 mi into trip
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Rail Street
Turn left onto Rail Street
Navigation decision point
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7.8 mi into trip
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~11m in
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County Road NG
Turn right onto County Road NG
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| County Road 480 | 7.2 mi | 10m |
| County Road NC | 1.8 mi | 6m |
| County Road NG | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Rail Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Jackson Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Pioneer Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Silver Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
County Road 480
— 7.2 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Negaunee, MI and Cascade, MI.
1
Start on M 28 BUS
133 ft
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4 sec
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North Silver Street
2
Turn right onto M 28 BUS
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
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Jackson Street
3
Turn right onto South Pioneer Avenue
503 ft
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14 sec
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South Pioneer Avenue
4
Turn left onto Rail Street
0.4 mi
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32 sec
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Rail Street
5
Continue on CR 480
7.2 mi
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10 min
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County Road 480
6
Turn right onto County Road NG
0.7 mi
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2 min
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County Road NG
7
Continue on County Road NC
1.8 mi
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6 min
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County Road NC
8
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 21-minute trip covering just 10.4 miles, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. There are no designated stops mentioned, so you can decide on the fly if you need a break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, though the estimated cost is a low $2. The longest continuous stretch is 7.2 miles on County Road 480, so be prepared for turns and potential changes in speed limits in that section. This drive is too short to warrant splitting it, so enjoy the direct journey between Negaunee and Cascade.
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 5.2 miles from Negaunee, MI, or about 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.2 miles.
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 10.4 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.2 miles or 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cascade, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Negaunee, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Negaunee, MI
This is one driving day of about 10.4 miles and 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Negaunee, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on County Road 480 for about 7.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.2 mi from Negaunee, MI · 7m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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 10.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.2 miles from Negaunee, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cascade, MI
The final approach into Cascade, MI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Cascade, MI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.63 one way
$3.25 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.79 | $3.57 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.00 | $4.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.30 | $4.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.09 | $0.50 |
| Efficient EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.91 | $0.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.46 | $0.67 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Cascade, MI
Morning in Cascade on Wednesday
Local time
8:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
56°F
Flat Rock, MI
5 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
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
21m 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 Negaunee, MI to Cascade, MI covers 10.4 miles and takes about 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are County Road 480, County Road NC, County Road NG. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.2 miles from Negaunee, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.63 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 21m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (M 28 BUS / Jackson Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (South Pioneer Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Rail Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Negaunee, MI to Cascade, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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