Origin
Roosevelt Park, MI
Late night in Roosevelt Park on Saturday
Local time
12:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Roosevelt Park, MI to Grand Rapids, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
46m
Distance
39.1 mi
63 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 43m
★
6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 50m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Roosevelt Park, MI
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Grand Rapids, MI
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Trip Overview
Roosevelt Park to Grand Rapids is 39.1 miles and takes about 46 minutes via I 96 and US 131, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Michigan, connecting two points in the Midwest. Expect a straightforward trip focused on efficient travel between these two locations. It's a short enough journey that you won't need to worry about overnight stays, making it ideal for a quick trip or a segment of a larger Michigan adventure. The primary highways involved ensure a predictable and relatively quick transit time.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 46m. Total distance: 39.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 84% of the journey taking place on major roadways. You'll spend a significant portion on I 96, which forms the longest uninterrupted stretch of 30.6 miles. The drive transitions to Seaway Drive and then US 131, offering a mix of interstate speed and slightly more localized highway travel. While not overly complex, the focus is on covering ground efficiently rather than taking in a winding scenic tour. Expect smooth sailing on well-maintained highways for most of your time behind the wheel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 96 is the longest continuous segment at about 30.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and Seaway Drive. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Coolidge Road.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 39.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 46m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Coolidge Road): Navigation decision point; at 34.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 37.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 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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Coolidge Road
Turn right onto Coolidge Road
Navigation decision point
5
34.8 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Take the exit toward US 131 South: Kalamazoo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 31A
Toward US 131 South: Kalamazoo
7
37.8 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward I 196 East: Lansing
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 86A
Toward I 196 East: Lansing
9
38.3 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Take the exit toward Ottawa Avenue, Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 77C
Toward Ottawa Avenue, Downtown
8
38.4 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Downtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward Downtown
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 96 | 30.6 mi | 32m |
| Seaway Drive | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| US 131 | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| West Summit Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Ottawa Avenue Northwest | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Coolidge Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Monroe Center Street Northwest | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Gerald R Ford Freeway | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 30.6 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Roosevelt Park, MI and Grand Rapids, MI.
1
Start on Sherwood Road
120 ft
·
7 sec
·
Sherwood Road
2
Turn right onto Coolidge Road
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Coolidge Road
3
Turn right onto West Summit Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Summit Avenue
4
Turn right onto US 31 BUS
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Seaway Drive
5
Continue on I 96
31 mi
·
32 min
·
I 96
6
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 31A
Toward US 131 South: Kalamazoo
7
Merge onto US 131
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
US 131
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 86A
Toward I 196 East: Lansing
Use the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto I 196
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Gerald R Ford Freeway
10
Take the exit
450 ft
·
11 sec
Exit 77C
Toward Ottawa Avenue, Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
416 ft
·
10 sec
Toward Downtown
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on Ottawa Avenue Northwest
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Ottawa Avenue Northwest
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn left onto Monroe Center Street Northwest
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Monroe Center Street Northwest
14
Turn right onto Division Avenue North
184 ft
·
10 sec
·
Division Avenue North
15
Turn right onto Fulton Street West
57 ft
·
1 sec
·
Fulton Street West
16
Arrive at destination
Fulton Street West
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.5 mi from Roosevelt Park, MI · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.5 miles from Roosevelt Park, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Grand Rapids, MI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Grand Rapids, MI if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.11 one way
$12.23 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.71 | $13.42 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.52 | $15.05 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.63 | $17.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.11 | $1.88 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.42 | $1.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.47 | $2.50 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Late night in Grand Rapids on Saturday
Local time
12:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 9 mph
40% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 3:21PM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued April 16 at 1:53PM EDT until April 17 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
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
24 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
46m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Roosevelt Park, MI to Grand Rapids, MI covers 39.1 miles and takes about 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 96, Seaway Drive, US 131. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.5 miles from Roosevelt Park, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.11 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 short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 39.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 46m.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Coolidge Road): Navigation decision point; at 34.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 37.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Roosevelt Park, MI to Grand Rapids, 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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