Origin
Atlas, MI
Night in Atlas on Tuesday
Local time
11:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Atlas, MI to Farmington Hills, MI
Data updated 54 minutes ago
Drive Time
1h 6m
Distance
38.8 mi
62 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 1m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 17m
10 AM
1h 10m
12 PM
1h 9m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Atlas, MI
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Farmington Hills, MI
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Trip Overview
This 38.8-mile drive from Atlas to Farmington Hills, Michigan, is a straightforward local journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 6 minutes. Designed as a single-day trip, it requires no overnight stays and has an estimated fuel cost of $6. The route primarily utilizes North Ortonville Road, Williams Lake Road, and South State Road, offering a familiar Midwest driving experience. With no highway driving involved, expect a more connected-to-the-ground feel as you navigate through local areas. This is a practical option for a quick local transit or a short excursion within the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
19.4 miles from Atlas, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 31m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with no segment taking place on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 9.8 miles along North Ortonville Road. This type of driving means you'll be frequently engaging with local intersections and traffic patterns, offering a consistent, ground-level perspective. The road character remains fairly consistent throughout, focusing on efficient travel through populated areas rather than open stretches. Be prepared for numerous turns as you transition between the main roads of North Ortonville Road, Williams Lake Road, and South State Road.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Ortonville Road is the longest continuous segment at about 9.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near M 15 / South State Road.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 38.8 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (M 15 / South State Road): Navigation decision point; at 21.4 miles (Williams Lake Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 26.6 miles (Union Lake Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.6 mi into trip
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~3m in
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M 15 / South State Road
At end of road, turn right onto M 15 / South State Road
Navigation decision point
6
21.4 mi into trip
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~35m in
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Williams Lake Road
At end of road, turn right onto Williams Lake Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
26.6 mi into trip
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~44m in
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Union Lake Road
Turn left onto Union Lake Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
29.1 mi into trip
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~49m in
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Richardson Road
At end of road, turn left onto Richardson Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
29.4 mi into trip
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~49m in
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Haggerty Road
Turn right onto Haggerty Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Ortonville Road | 9.8 mi | 14m |
| Williams Lake Road | 5 mi | 7m |
| South State Road | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| Haggerty Road | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| West 14 Mile Road | 3 mi | 4m |
| Farmington Road | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Union Lake Road | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| White Lake Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
North Ortonville Road
— 9.8 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Atlas, MI and Farmington Hills, MI.
1
Start on Gale Road
18 ft
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0 sec
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Gale Road
2
Turn right onto Perry Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
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Perry Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto M 15
4.9 mi
·
7 min
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South State Road
4
Continue on M 15
9.8 mi
·
14 min
·
North Ortonville Road
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on M 15
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
6
Turn right onto Depot Road
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
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Depot Road
7
Turn left onto White Lake Road
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
White Lake Road
8
Continue on Nelsey Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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Nelsey Road
9
At end of road, turn left onto Maceday Lake Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Maceday Lake Road
10
At end of road, turn right onto Williams Lake Road
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Williams Lake Road
Use the straight lane.
11
Turn right onto Cooley Lake Road
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Cooley Lake Road
12
Turn left onto Union Lake Road
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Union Lake Road
Use the left lane.
13
At end of road, turn left onto Richardson Road
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Richardson Road
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto Haggerty Road
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Haggerty Road
Use the left lane.
15
Turn left onto West 14 Mile Road
3.0 mi
·
4 min
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West 14 Mile Road
Use the left lane.
16
Enter roundabout onto Farmington Road
10 ft
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0 sec
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Farmington Road
17
Continue on Farmington Road
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Farmington Road
18
Arrive at destination
Farmington Road
Trip Plan
Given the short 38.8-mile distance and 1-hour duration, this trip offers great flexibility for departure times. You can leave Atlas at your convenience, as no overnight stop is necessary. With a low fuel cost of around $6, you won't need to worry about extensive refueling stops. The 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests keeping your navigation handy and being mindful of local road signage. The longest stretch is under 10 miles, so you can easily plan for a brief pause if needed, though it's unlikely to be necessary for this short commute.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 19.4 miles from Atlas, MI, or about 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 9.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 38.8 miles or 1h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 19.4 miles or 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Farmington Hills, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Atlas, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Atlas, MI
This is one driving day of about 38.8 miles and 1h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Atlas, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on North Ortonville Road for about 9.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.4 mi from Atlas, MI · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 38.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.4 miles from Atlas, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Farmington Hills, MI
The final approach into Farmington Hills, MI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Farmington Hills, MI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.07 one way
$12.13 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.66 | $13.32 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.47 | $14.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.57 | $17.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.07 | $1.86 |
| Efficient EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.39 | $1.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.43 | $2.48 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Farmington Hills, MI
Night in Farmington Hills on Tuesday
Local time
11:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
26 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 6m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Atlas, MI to Farmington Hills, MI covers 38.8 miles and takes about 1h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Ortonville Road, Williams Lake Road, South State Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.4 miles from Atlas, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.07 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 38.8 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles (M 15 / South State Road): Navigation decision point; at 21.4 miles (Williams Lake Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 26.6 miles (Union Lake Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Atlas, MI to Farmington Hills, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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