Origin
Scio, MI
Evening in Scio on Thursday
Local time
6:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Scio, MI to Lansing, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
66 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 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Scio, MI
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Scio to Lansing, expect a straightforward 68.9-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 6 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. You should budget approximately $10 for fuel to complete the drive. Navigating through this part of the Midwest, you will rely on local roads like Zeeb Road, West Joy Road, and Webster Church Road rather than major interstates. It is a practical, no-nonsense path that connects these two Michigan locations efficiently.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 66 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m 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
Forget the monotony of a long highway haul; this drive is a turn-heavy local experience that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. With a highway share of 0%, you will spend the entire trip navigating local surface roads rather than cruising at high speeds on an interstate. The route demands your full attention as you transition through various local intersections and turns. Since there are no major highway stretches, the pace remains consistent and deliberate from start to finish. Expect a hands-on driving experience that prioritizes local navigation over high-speed travel.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 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 40.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and US 23. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.4 miles in near North Territorial Road.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 66 miles you will encounter 20 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: at 4.4 miles (North Territorial Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.9 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 18.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 20 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
4.4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
North Territorial Road
Turn right onto North Territorial Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
7.9 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Enter roundabout toward US 23 North: Flint
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward US 23 North: Flint
7
18.2 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the exit toward I 96 West: Lansing
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 60B
Toward I 96 West: Lansing
6
18.6 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 96 West: Lansing, Brighton, Spencer Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 96 West: Lansing, Brighton, Spencer Ro...
6
18.9 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 96 West: Lansing
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 96 West: Lansing
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Scio, MI to Lansing, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Brighton along the way.
Brighton
18.6 mi in
|
~23m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 96 | 40.1 mi | 43m |
| US 23 | 10.1 mi | 10m |
| Ransom E Olds Freeway | 5.3 mi | 5m |
| North Territorial Road | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Webster Church Road | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Zeeb Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| West Joy Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| South Walnut Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 40.1 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scio, MI and Lansing, MI.
1
Start on Huron River Drive
19 ft
·
4 sec
·
Huron River Drive
2
Turn right onto Zeeb Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Zeeb Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto West Joy Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Joy Road
4
Turn left onto Webster Church Road
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Webster Church Road
5
Turn right onto North Territorial Road
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
North Territorial Road
Use the straight lane.
6
Enter roundabout onto North Territorial Road
64 ft
·
2 sec
·
North Territorial Road
7
Continue on North Territorial Road
367 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Territorial Road
8
Enter roundabout
195 ft
·
3 sec
Toward US 23 North: Flint
9
Continue
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward US 23 North: Flint
10
Merge onto US 23
10 mi
·
10 min
·
US 23
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 60B
Toward I 96 West: Lansing
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 96 West: Lansing, Brighton, Spencer Road
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 96 West: Lansing
14
Merge onto I 96
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 96
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
39 mi
·
41 min
·
I 96
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 106B
Toward I 496, US 127 North: Downtown Lansing
17
Merge onto I 496; US 127
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Ransom E Olds Freeway
18
Keep slight left at fork onto I 496
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Ransom E Olds Freeway
Toward I 496 West: Downtown Lansing
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 6
Toward Downtown
20
Turn right onto South Walnut Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Walnut Street
21
Turn right onto West Allegan Street
412 ft
·
12 sec
·
West Allegan Street
22
Turn right onto Townsend Street
22 ft
·
1 sec
·
Townsend Street
23
Arrive at destination
Townsend Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33 mi from Scio, MI · 39m 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33 miles from Scio, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lansing, MI
The final approach into Lansing, 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
$10.32 one way
$20.64 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.33 | $22.66 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.70 | $25.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.57 | $29.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.1 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 | 19.8 | 0 | $6.93 | $3.17 |
| Efficient EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.77 | $2.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.24 | $4.22 |
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
Lansing, MI
Evening in Lansing on Thursday
Local time
6:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 16m 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 Scio, MI to Lansing, MI covers 66 miles and takes about 1h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 96, US 23, Ransom E Olds Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33 miles from Scio, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.32 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 66 miles you will encounter 20 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: at 4.4 miles (North Territorial Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.9 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 18.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Scio, MI to Lansing, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Brighton along the way.
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