Origin
Atlas, MI
Evening in Atlas on Wednesday
Local time
7:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Atlas, MI to Taylor, MI
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
70.1 mi
113 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
★
6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
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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Taylor, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Atlas, MI to Taylor, MI covers 70.1 miles and takes about 1h 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I-75 South, North Ortonville Road, Detroit Industrial Expressway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 37.6 miles on I-75 South. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.96 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
35.1 miles from Atlas, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 28m highway drive covering 70.1 miles, with most of the trip on I-75 South and North Ortonville Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 37.6 miles on I-75 South.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I-75 South is the longest continuous segment at about 37.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I-75 South and North Ortonville Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in near M 15 / South State Road.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 70.1 miles you will encounter 13 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 54.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
M 15 / South State Road
At end of road, turn right onto M 15 / South State Road
Navigation decision point
8
54.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward I 94: Port Huron, Chicago
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 53B
Toward I 94: Port Huron, Chicago
8
54.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 94 West: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 94 West: Chicago
7
67.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward US 24: Telegraph Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 202
Toward US 24: Telegraph Road
8
68.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 24 South: Telegraph Road, Taylor
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 24 South: Telegraph Road, Taylor
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Atlas, MI to Taylor, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Chicago along the way.
Chicago
54.2 mi in
|
~1h 6m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I-75 South | 37.6 mi | 40m |
| North Ortonville Road | 9.8 mi | 14m |
| Detroit Industrial Expressway | 7.5 mi | 8m |
| Edsel Ford Freeway | 5.6 mi | 7m |
| South State Road | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| Telegraph Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Perry Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Wick Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I-75 South
— 37.6 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Atlas, MI and Taylor, MI.
1
Start on Gale Road
18 ft
·
0 sec
·
Gale Road
2
Turn right onto Perry Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Perry Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto M 15
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
South State Road
4
Continue on M 15
9.8 mi
·
14 min
·
North Ortonville Road
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 75 South: Detroit
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 75
38 mi
·
40 min
·
I-75 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 53B
Toward I 94: Port Huron, Chicago
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 94 West: Chicago
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto I 94
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Edsel Ford Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 94
7.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Detroit Industrial Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 202
Toward US 24: Telegraph Road
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward US 24 South: Telegraph Road, Taylor
Use the slight left lane.
13
Merge onto US 24
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Telegraph Road
14
Turn right
142 ft
·
12 sec
15
Turn right
102 ft
·
9 sec
16
Turn right onto Wick Road
227 ft
·
7 sec
·
Wick Road
17
Arrive at destination
Wick Road
Trip Plan
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 35.1 miles from Atlas, MI, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.6 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 15 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.1 miles or 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Taylor, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Atlas, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Atlas, MI
This is one driving day of about 70.1 miles and 1h 28m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Atlas, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I-75 South for about 37.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.1 mi from Atlas, MI · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.1 miles from Atlas, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Taylor, MI
The final approach into Taylor, MI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.96 one way
$21.92 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.03 | $24.07 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.49 | $26.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.48 | $30.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21 | 0 | $7.36 | $3.36 |
| Efficient EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.13 | $2.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28 | 0 | $9.81 | $4.49 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Taylor, MI
Evening in Taylor on Wednesday
Local time
7:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
10 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 28m 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 Taylor, MI covers 70.1 miles and takes about 1h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I-75 South, North Ortonville Road, Detroit Industrial Expressway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.1 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 $10.96 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 70.1 miles you will encounter 13 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 54.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 54.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Atlas, MI to Taylor, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Chicago along the way.
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