Lansing, Michigan to Wausau: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lansing, Michigan from Wausau?

The distance from Lansing, Michigan to Wausau is 295.9 miles (476.2 km) as the crow flies. Wausau is located WNW of Lansing, Michigan. By car, the driving distance is approximately 369.9 miles, taking about 7h 26min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Lansing, Michigan in Michigan and Wausau in Wisconsin.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lansing, Michigan and Wausau. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.