Origin
Wyoming, MI
Evening in Wyoming on Wednesday
Local time
5:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wyoming, MI to Allendale, MI
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
23m
Distance
16.3 mi
26 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
★
6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 28m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 25m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wyoming, MI
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Allendale, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Wyoming, MI to Allendale, MI covers 16.3 miles and takes about 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Lake Michigan Drive Northwest, Wilson Avenue Southwest, 28th Street Southwest for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 9 miles on Lake Michigan Drive Northwest. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.55 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
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
8.1 miles from Wyoming, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 12m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 23m drive with frequent turns across 16.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lake Michigan Drive Northwest is the longest continuous segment at about 9 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near M 11 / 28th Street Southwest.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Wyoming, MI to Allendale, MI is easy. At 23m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (M 11 / 28th Street Southwest): Navigation decision point; at 7.3 miles (M 45 / Lake Michigan Drive Northwest): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
2 of 2 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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M 11 / 28th Street Southwest
Turn left onto M 11 / 28th Street Southwest
Navigation decision point
5
7.3 mi into trip
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~11m in
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M 45 / Lake Michigan Drive Northwest
Turn left onto M 45 / Lake Michigan Drive Northwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Michigan Drive Northwest | 9 mi | 12m |
| Wilson Avenue Southwest | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| 28th Street Southwest | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Wilson Avenue Northwest | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Burlingame Avenue Southwest | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Lake Michigan Drive | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Lake Michigan Drive Northwest
— 9 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wyoming, MI and Allendale, MI.
1
Start on Burlingame Avenue Southwest
56 ft
·
8 sec
·
Burlingame Avenue Southwest
2
Turn left onto M 11
2.9 mi
·
4 min
·
28th Street Southwest
3
Continue on M 11
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Wilson Avenue Southwest
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on M 11
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
Wilson Avenue Northwest
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn left onto M 45
9.0 mi
·
12 min
·
Lake Michigan Drive Northwest
Use the left lane.
6
Arrive at destination
M 45
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 8.1 miles from Wyoming, MI, or about 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9 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 16 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.1 miles or 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Allendale, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Wyoming, MI.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Wyoming, MI
This is one driving day of about 16.3 miles and 23m.
At 16.3 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Lake Michigan Drive Northwest for about 9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.1 mi from Wyoming, MI · 12m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.1 miles from Wyoming, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Allendale, MI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Allendale, 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
$2.55 one way
$5.10 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.80 | $5.60 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.14 | $6.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.60 | $7.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.71 | $0.78 |
| Efficient EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.43 | $0.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.28 | $1.04 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Allendale, MI
Evening in Allendale on Wednesday
Local time
5:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
17 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
23m 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 Wyoming, MI to Allendale, MI covers 16.3 miles and takes about 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lake Michigan Drive Northwest, Wilson Avenue Southwest, 28th Street Southwest. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.1 miles from Wyoming, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.55 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.
The drive from Wyoming, MI to Allendale, MI is easy. At 23m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (M 11 / 28th Street Southwest): Navigation decision point; at 7.3 miles (M 45 / Lake Michigan Drive Northwest): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Wyoming, MI to Allendale, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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