Origin
Beecher, MI
Evening in Beecher on Thursday
Local time
7:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Beecher, MI to Southfield, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
60.1 mi
97 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Beecher, MI
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Southfield, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Beecher, MI to Southfield, MI covers 60.1 miles and takes about 1h 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, UAW Freeway, Southfield Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 34.6 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.40 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 60.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 15m highway drive covering 60.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and UAW Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 34.6 miles on I 75.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 34.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and UAW Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 13 miles in near I 75.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 60.1 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 13 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 47.6 miles (BL I 75): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 49.7 miles (I 75 BL; US 24 BUS / Woodward Avenue): 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
13 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
47.6 mi into trip
|
~52m in
|
BL I 75
Take the exit onto BL I 75 toward I 75 Business
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 75
Toward I 75 Business
5
49.7 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
I 75 BL; US 24 BUS / Woodward Avenue
Turn right onto I 75 BL; US 24 BUS / Woodward Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
54.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
|
West Maple Road
Turn right onto West Maple Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
55 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
|
Southfield Road
Turn left onto Southfield Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 34.6 mi | 37m |
| UAW Freeway | 11.1 mi | 11m |
| Southfield Road | 5.1 mi | 10m |
| Woodward Avenue | 4.7 mi | 7m |
| I 75 BL | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| BL I 75 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Selby Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Horton Avenue | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 34.6 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beecher, MI and Southfield, MI.
1
Start on North Saginaw Street
66 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Saginaw Street
2
Turn right onto East Coldwater Road
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
East Coldwater Road
3
Turn right onto Horton Avenue
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
Horton Avenue
4
Continue on Selby Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Selby Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
6
Merge onto I 475
11 mi
·
11 min
·
UAW Freeway
7
Merge onto I 75
35 mi
·
37 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit onto BL I 75
0.6 mi
·
41 sec
·
BL I 75
Exit 75
Toward I 75 Business
Use the slight right lane.
9
Continue on I 75 BL
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
I 75 BL
10
Turn right onto I 75 BL; US 24 BUS
119 ft
·
2 sec
·
Woodward Avenue
Use the right lane.
11
Turn slight left
410 ft
·
17 sec
12
Turn slight left onto I 75 BL; US 24 BUS
4.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Woodward Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn right onto Oakland Avenue
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
Oakland Avenue
14
Keep slight left at fork onto Oakland Avenue
240 ft
·
12 sec
·
Oakland Avenue
15
Turn slight right onto Willits Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Willits Street
16
Keep slight left at fork onto North Chester Street
326 ft
·
14 sec
·
North Chester Street
17
Turn right onto West Maple Road
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
West Maple Road
Use the right lane.
18
Turn left onto Southfield Road
5.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Southfield Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Turn right onto West 10 Mile Road
192 ft
·
4 sec
·
West 10 Mile Road
20
Arrive at destination
West 10 Mile Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.1 mi from Beecher, MI · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.1 miles from Beecher, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Southfield, MI
The final approach into Southfield, 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
$9.40 one way
$18.79 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.32 | $20.63 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.57 | $23.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.27 | $26.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 21 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18 | 0 | $6.31 | $2.88 |
| Efficient EV | 15 | 0 | $5.26 | $2.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24 | 0 | $8.41 | $3.85 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (67% 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
Southfield, MI
Evening in Southfield on Thursday
Local time
7:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°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
22 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 15m 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 Beecher, MI to Southfield, MI covers 60.1 miles and takes about 1h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, UAW Freeway, Southfield Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.1 miles from Beecher, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.40 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 60.1 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 13 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 47.6 miles (BL I 75): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 49.7 miles (I 75 BL; US 24 BUS / Woodward Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Beecher, MI to Southfield, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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