Origin
South Gull Lake, MI
Night in South Gull Lake on Friday
Local time
9:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
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Live forecast
Trip from South Gull Lake, MI to Lansing, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 24m
Distance
66.9 mi
108 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 28m
3 PM
1h 30m
5 PM
1h 37m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Gull Lake, MI
Kevin Carrera
Trip Overview
South Gull Lake, MI to Lansing, MI is 66.9 miles and takes about 1 hour 24 minutes via I 69 and Michigan Avenue, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Michigan, making it a straightforward trip within the Midwest region. You'll primarily be on well-maintained highways, so expect a consistent pace for most of the journey. It's a short enough drive to be completed easily in a single day, allowing for plenty of flexibility in your schedule. Consider this route for a quick transition between two points in Michigan without a significant time commitment.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 66.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (66%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with about 66% of the trip utilizing interstate or major highway conditions. You'll experience a significant uninterrupted stretch of 35.5 miles on I 69, which allows for a steady cruising speed. The route begins with local roads before merging onto the highway, and you'll transition back to surface streets as you approach your destination in Lansing. The overall character is one of efficiency, with the majority of the miles dedicated to getting you there quickly.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 69 is the longest continuous segment at about 35.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and West Michigan Avenue. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Burlington Drive.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 66.9 miles you will encounter 23 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 0.2 miles (Burlington Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Burlington Drive): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 19.3 miles (I 94 BL; M 311 / 11 Mile Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 23 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Burlington Drive
At end of road, turn right onto Burlington Drive
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Burlington Drive
Keep slight left at fork onto Burlington Drive
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
19.3 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
I 94 BL; M 311 / 11 Mile Road
Turn sharp left onto I 94 BL; M 311 / 11 Mile Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
7
19.3 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit toward I 94 East: Detroit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 94 East: Detroit
5
23.2 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
I 94 BL
Take the exit onto I 94 BL toward I 69: Fort Wayne, Lansing
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 69: Fort Wayne, Lansing
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 35.5 mi | 38m |
| West Michigan Avenue | 6.1 mi | 10m |
| East Michigan Avenue | 5.1 mi | 6m |
| I 496 | 4.9 mi | 5m |
| M 89 | 4.3 mi | 4m |
| I 94 | 3.6 mi | 3m |
| North 40th Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| West Hamblin Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 35.5 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Gull Lake, MI and Lansing, MI.
1
Start on Midlake Drive
137 ft
·
5 sec
·
Midlake Drive
2
Continue on Makin Street
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
Makin Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto Burlington Drive
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Burlington Drive
4
Keep slight left at fork onto Burlington Drive
91 ft
·
4 sec
·
Burlington Drive
5
Turn right onto Midland Drive
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Midland Drive
6
Turn left onto East C Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East C Avenue
7
Turn right onto North 40th Street
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
North 40th Street
8
At end of road, turn left onto M 89
4.3 mi
·
4 min
·
M 89
9
Continue on M 89
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
M-89
10
Continue on M 89
6.1 mi
·
10 min
·
West Michigan Avenue
11
Turn right onto M 89
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
South Washington Avenue
12
Turn left onto West Hamblin Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Hamblin Avenue
13
Continue on I 94 BL
352 ft
·
8 sec
·
Hamblin Street
14
Turn right onto I 94 BL
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Michigan Avenue
15
Turn right onto I 94 BL
55 ft
·
4 sec
·
I 94 BL
16
Continue on I 94 BL; M 96
0.1 mi
·
7 sec
·
East Columbia Avenue
17
Merge onto I 94 BL; M 96
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
East Michigan Avenue
18
Turn sharp left onto I 94 BL; M 311
349 ft
·
6 sec
·
11 Mile Road
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 94 East: Detroit
20
Merge onto I 94
3.6 mi
·
3 min
·
I 94
21
Take the exit onto I 94 BL
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
I 94 BL
Toward I 69: Fort Wayne, Lansing
22
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
23
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 69 North: Lansing
24
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 69 North
25
Merge onto I 69
35 mi
·
38 min
·
I 69
26
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 95
Toward I 496: Downtown Lansing
27
Continue on I 496
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
I 496
28
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 6
Toward Downtown
29
Turn straight onto West Malcolm X Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
West Malcolm X Street
30
Turn left onto South Walnut Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Walnut Street
31
Turn right onto West Allegan Street
412 ft
·
12 sec
·
West Allegan Street
32
Turn right onto Townsend Street
22 ft
·
1 sec
·
Townsend Street
33
Arrive at destination
Townsend Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.4 mi from South Gull Lake, MI · 46m 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 33.4 miles from South Gull Lake, 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
$10.46 one way
$20.92 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.48 | $22.97 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.87 | $25.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.77 | $29.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.4 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 | 20.1 | 0 | $7.02 | $3.21 |
| Efficient EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.85 | $2.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.8 | 0 | $9.37 | $4.28 |
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
Night in Lansing on Friday
Local time
9:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
47°F
Bellevue, 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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 24m 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 South Gull Lake, MI to Lansing, MI covers 66.9 miles and takes about 1h 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, West Michigan Avenue, East Michigan Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.4 miles from South Gull Lake, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.46 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 66.9 miles you will encounter 23 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 0.2 miles (Burlington Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (Burlington Drive): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 19.3 miles (I 94 BL; M 311 / 11 Mile Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
The route from South Gull Lake, MI to Lansing, 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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