Stevens Point to Traverse City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

195 miles 313.9 km · straight line
243.8 miles estimated 392.4 km · driving distance
4h 54min estimated drive time
$23 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
84° E bearing direction

How far is Stevens Point from Traverse City?

The distance from Stevens Point to Traverse City is 195 miles (313.9 km) as the crow flies. Traverse City is located E of Stevens Point. By car, the driving distance is approximately 243.8 miles, taking about 4h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Stevens Point in Wisconsin and Traverse City in Michigan.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Stevens Point and Traverse City. 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.

How to Get from Stevens Point to Traverse City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 54min $23 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 53min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 39min $29–$85* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Stevens Point & Traverse City

Quick Facts

Stevens Point
44.52°N, 89.57°W
America/Chicago
332m elevation
Traverse City
44.76°N, 85.62°W
America/Detroit
180m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 65 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 16 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 127.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients