Origin
Burton, MI
Evening in Burton on Sunday
Local time
6:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Burton, MI to Detroit, MI
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
66.8 mi
108 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
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6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 36m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Burton, MI
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Burton to Detroit is a straightforward 66.8-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 22 minutes to complete. Because of the relatively short distance, this trip is perfectly suited as a simple one-day excursion rather than an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $10 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. The route keeps you within the Midwest region, transitioning from the outskirts of Burton directly toward the urban center of Detroit. It serves as an efficient connection between these two Michigan locations, allowing you to easily plan your departure and arrival times without worrying about the fatigue of a longer haul.
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
33.4 miles from Burton, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 82% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will navigate via I-75 South, South Center Road, and South Saginaw Road to reach your destination. The most significant portion of your travel happens on I-75 South, which accounts for a 53.9-mile stretch of uninterrupted highway driving. While the route begins with local road navigation, the majority of the experience is defined by the steady pace of the interstate. Expect a functional, direct commute that prioritizes speed and efficiency over winding, technical backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 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 53.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I-75 South and South Center Road. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in near South Center Road.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 66.8 miles you will encounter 9 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 1.2 miles (South Center Road): Navigation decision point; at 11.3 miles (I 75 / I-75 South): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 65.2 miles (I 375 / Walter P. Chrysler Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.2 mi into trip
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~3m in
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South Center Road
Turn left onto South Center Road
Navigation decision point
5
11.3 mi into trip
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~20m in
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I 75 / I-75 South
Merge onto I 75 / I-75 South
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
65.2 mi into trip
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~1h 19m in
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I 375 / Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 375 / Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
66 mi into trip
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~1h 20m in
Take the exit toward Jefferson Avenue East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Jefferson Avenue East
6
66.2 mi into trip
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~1h 20m in
|
East Congress Street
Turn right onto East Congress Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / none lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I-75 South | 53.9 mi | 58m |
| South Center Road | 5.1 mi | 8m |
| South Saginaw Road | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| South Saginaw Street | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Lippincott Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Walter P. Chrysler Freeway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Congress Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Amy Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I-75 South
— 53.9 mi, about 58m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burton, MI and Detroit, MI.
1
Start on Amy Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Amy Street
2
Turn left onto Lippincott Boulevard
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Lippincott Boulevard
3
Turn left onto South Center Road
5.1 mi
·
8 min
·
South Center Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto South Saginaw Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South Saginaw Street
5
Continue on South Saginaw Road
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
South Saginaw Road
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
7
Merge onto I 75
54 mi
·
58 min
·
I-75 South
Use the none lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 375
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward Jefferson Avenue East
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight onto Chrysler Drive
133 ft
·
8 sec
·
Chrysler Drive
11
Turn right onto East Congress Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Congress Street
Use the left / none lanes.
12
Turn right onto Woodward Avenue
449 ft
·
19 sec
·
Woodward Avenue
13
Turn right onto Cadillac Square
126 ft
·
4 sec
·
Cadillac Square
14
Arrive at destination
Cadillac Square
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal agenda. You will not need to worry about planning long breaks, as the entire trip is easily manageable in a single stint. Keep in mind that because the vast majority of your route relies on I-75 South, traffic patterns on that specific highway will be the biggest factor in your total travel time. Since you are only budgeting $10 for fuel, consider filling your tank before you leave Burton to avoid any mid-route stops. Embracing the simplicity of this short connection allows you to focus on your arrival in Detroit rather than the logistics of the road.
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 33.4 miles from Burton, MI, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 53.9 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 66.8 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.4 miles or 44m 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 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Detroit, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Burton, 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 Burton, MI
This is one driving day of about 66.8 miles and 1h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Burton, 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 I-75 South for about 53.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.4 mi from Burton, MI · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 66.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.4 miles from Burton, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Detroit, MI
The final approach into Detroit, 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 Detroit, 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
$10.15 one way
$20.29 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $11.19 | $22.37 |
| premium | $4.80 | $12.61 | $25.22 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.84 | $29.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20 | 0 | $7.01 | $3.21 |
| Efficient EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.85 | $2.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.7 | 0 | $9.35 | $4.28 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Detroit, MI
Evening in Detroit on Sunday
Local time
6:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°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
3 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 22m 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 Burton, MI to Detroit, MI covers 66.8 miles and takes about 1h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I-75 South, South Center Road, South Saginaw 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 33.4 miles from Burton, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.15 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 66.8 miles you will encounter 9 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 1.2 miles (South Center Road): Navigation decision point; at 11.3 miles (I 75 / I-75 South): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 65.2 miles (I 375 / Walter P. Chrysler Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Burton, MI to Detroit, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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