Road Trip to South Haven from Augusta, MI

Are you ready for a summer road trip? The beautiful beaches of South Haven await you, and what better way to get there than a leisurely drive with friends or family. But before you hit the road, you may want to know the different travel options available, the distance and time you should expect to cover for each.

Fastest and Slowest Routes

The distance between Augusta and South Haven is approximately 47.3 miles. The fastest route to South Haven involves taking US-131 North to Exit 30 (#B) toward Allegan. You proceed onto M-40 N/Allegan St. through downtown Allegan until you reach M-89 intersection and take a right into South Haven. This route is approximately 41 miles and takes around 45 minutes in normal traffic conditions.

The slowest but perhaps the most scenic route is to take the M-40 N/Allegan St. through downtown Allegan, then turn onto 124th Ave and proceed onto North Shore Drive along the Lake Michigan coastline. This route is approximately 48 miles and takes approximately 1 hour to complete in good traffic conditions.

Traffic Patterns

In peak traffic hours, the fastest route to South Haven may take up to an hour since it involves using the expressway. The slow route will take a bit longer, and you could start experiencing traffic snarls along the Allegan-Stanley corridor.

But traffic is never a bother in non-peak traffic hours. The route through Allegan could take as little as 35 minutes, while the scenic route may take around 50 minutes.

Takeaway

The bottom line is that the fastest route is a combination of an expressway and M89, and will take approximately 45 minutes under normal traffic conditions. And the scenic route along the lakeshore is peaceful but takes slightly longer. So take your time to explore the options and choose what suits you best. Enjoy the ride!