Origin
Washington, MI
Morning in Washington on Monday
Local time
10:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Washington, MI to Wyoming, MI
Drive Time
2h 35m
Distance
172.4 mi
277 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 25m
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6 AM
2h 35m
8 AM
2h 56m
10 AM
2h 43m
12 PM
2h 40m
3 PM
2h 44m
5 PM
2h 55m
8 PM
2h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Washington, MI
Arian Fernandez
Wyoming, MI
Channel Iskatel
Trip Overview
The drive from Washington, MI to Wyoming, MI covers 172.4 miles and takes about 2h 35m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Van Dyke Road, 26 Mile Road, Mount Vernon Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.19 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
86.2 miles from Washington, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 35m drive with frequent turns across 172.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 36 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Van Dyke Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Washington, MI to Wyoming, MI is easy. At 2h 35m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Washington, MI to Wyoming, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Van Dyke Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| 26 Mile Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Mount Vernon Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Dequindre Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Runyon Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Tienken Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Tienken Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Adams Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Van Dyke Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Washington, MI and Wyoming, MI.
1
Start on West Road
36 ft
·
3 sec
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West Road
2
Turn right onto Van Dyke Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Van Dyke Road
3
Turn right onto 26 Mile Road
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
26 Mile Road
4
Continue on Mount Vernon Road
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Mount Vernon Road
5
Turn left onto Dequindre Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Dequindre Road
6
Turn right onto Runyon Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Runyon Road
7
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Tienken Road
187 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Tienken Road
8
Exit the roundabout onto East Tienken Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Tienken Road
9
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Tienken Road
135 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Tienken Road
10
Exit the roundabout onto East Tienken Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
East Tienken Road
11
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West Tienken Road
144 ft
·
3 sec
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West Tienken Road
12
Exit the roundabout onto West Tienken Road
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
West Tienken Road
13
Turn right onto North Adams Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
North Adams Road
14
Turn left onto Dutton Road
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Dutton Road
15
Continue on Brown Road
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Brown Road
16
Continue on Brown Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Brown Road
17
Turn slight left
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
18
Turn straight onto Joslyn Road
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Joslyn Road
19
Take the ramp right toward I 75 North
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
I 75 North
20
Merge slight left
27 mi
·
29 min
21
Keep slight left to continue on I 75: Saginaw
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
I 75: Saginaw
22
Take the exit slight right toward I 69: Lansing, Port Huron
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
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I 69: Lansing, Port Huron
23
Keep slight right to continue on I 69: Lansing, Flint, Port Huron
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
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I 69: Lansing, Flint, Port Huron
24
Keep slight left to continue on I 69 West: Lansing
1.0 mi
·
2 min
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I 69 West: Lansing
25
Merge slight left onto Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
43 mi
·
43 min
·
Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
26
Take the exit slight right toward US 127: Clare, Lansing
0.4 mi
·
25 sec
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US 127: Clare, Lansing
27
Keep slight left
0.6 mi
·
40 sec
28
Keep slight left
0.6 mi
·
40 sec
29
Merge slight left
7.2 mi
·
7 min
30
Take the exit slight right toward I 96 WEST: Grand Rapids
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
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I 96 WEST: Grand Rapids
31
Keep slight left to continue on I 96 WEST: Grand Rapids
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 96 WEST: Grand Rapids
32
Merge slight left
46 mi
·
49 min
33
Take the exit slight right toward M 11 West: 28th Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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M 11 West: 28th Street
34
Turn straight onto 28th Street Southeast
8.6 mi
·
15 min
·
28th Street Southeast
35
Turn left onto Burlingame Avenue Southwest
56 ft
·
1 sec
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Burlingame Avenue Southwest
36
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 86.2 miles from Washington, MI, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
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 80 miles or 1h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 86.2 miles or 1h 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 7m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wyoming, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Washington, 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 Washington, MI
This is one driving day of about 172.4 miles and 2h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Washington, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 86.2 mi from Washington, MI · 1h 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
86 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 86.2 miles from Washington, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Wyoming, MI
The final approach into Wyoming, 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 Wyoming, 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
$26.19 one way
$52.37 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
60 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $28.87 | $57.73 |
| premium | $4.80 | $32.55 | $65.09 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $38.30 | $76.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 51.7 | 0 | $18.10 | $8.28 |
| Efficient EV | 43.1 | 0 | $15.08 | $6.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 69 | 0 | $24.14 | $11.03 |
Gas CO2
60 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (67% 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
Wyoming, MI
Morning in Wyoming on Monday
Local time
10:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
21 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
2h 35m 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 Washington, MI to Wyoming, MI covers 172.4 miles and takes about 2h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Van Dyke Road, 26 Mile Road, Mount Vernon Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 86.2 miles from Washington, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.19 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Washington, MI to Wyoming, MI is easy. At 2h 35m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Washington, MI to Wyoming, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Washington, MI to Wyoming, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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