Traverse City to Waverly: Road Trip Guide & Distance

148.4 miles 238.9 km · straight line
185.5 miles estimated 298.6 km · driving distance
3h 44min estimated drive time
$18 - $22 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
160° SSE bearing direction

How far is Traverse City from Waverly?

The distance from Traverse City to Waverly is 148.4 miles (238.9 km) as the crow flies. Waverly is located SSE of Traverse City. By car, the driving distance is approximately 185.5 miles, taking about 3h 44min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States.

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 Traverse City and Waverly. 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 Traverse City to Waverly

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 44min $18 - $22 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 29min $15–$28* Budget
Train ~3h 33min $22–$65* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Traverse City & Waverly

Quick Facts

Traverse City
44.76°N, 85.62°W
America/Detroit
180m elevation
Waverly
42.74°N, 84.62°W
America/Detroit
262m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 49 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 167.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients