Rest Areas on I-96
Every rest area, welcome center and service plaza on I-96, in order, for both directions – with exits and the distance to the next stop.
This page lists all 6 rest stops on I-96 we know of in Michigan – 6 rest areas. Interstate 96 rest areas are listed by direction of travel, so you only see the stops on your side of the highway.
On average, rest stops on I-96 in the same direction are about 39 miles apart. The longest stretch without a stop is about 65 miles westbound, between Portland Rest Area 531 and Fruitport Rest Area 502. Pick your direction below to see every stop in order, with exits and the distance to the next one.
I-96 Rest Stops in Order of Travel
I-96 eastbound rest areas are listed west to east; I-96 westbound rest areas in the opposite order. Rest areas on a divided interstate usually serve one direction only, so the list changes when you switch.
- Welcome to Michigan↓ 23.2 mi
- ↓ 40.7 mi
- Welcome to Michigan↓ 25.6 mi
- ↓ 65.1 mi without a rest area
I-96 Rest Areas by State
Open a state to see its I-96 rest areas together with all other rest stops, welcome centers and weigh stations there.
| State | Rest stops | Avg. gap | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 6 | 39 mi | I-96 in Michigan → |
The Longest Gaps on I-96
1. 65 mi westbound
Portland Rest Area 531 → Fruitport Rest Area 502
2. 41 mi eastbound
Grand Ledge Rest Area 825 → Howell Rest Area 812
3. 26 mi westbound
Okemos Rest Area 811 → Portland Rest Area 531
4. 23 mi eastbound
Saranac Rest Area 532 → Grand Ledge Rest Area 825
Straight-line distances between consecutive stops in the same direction.
Truck Parking and Weigh Stations on I-96
4 rest stops with truck parking · 4 weigh stations
All weigh stationsI-96 Rest Area FAQ
How many rest areas are on I-96?
We list 6 rest stops on I-96: 3 eastbound and 3 westbound.
How far apart are rest stops on I-96?
About 39 miles on average in the same direction (by mile marker where known), but it varies a lot by state. The stop list above shows the distance to the next stop for every entry.
Where is the longest stretch without a rest area on I-96?
Westbound between Portland Rest Area 531 (Michigan) and Fruitport Rest Area 502 (Michigan) – about 65 miles. Plan a break before you enter this stretch.
Are I 96 rest stops open 24 hours?
Most interstate rest areas are open 24 hours, 7 days a week, but some close overnight or seasonally, and any stop can close for construction. Opening hours and closures are shown on each stop’s page.
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