Origin
Burton, MI
Night in Burton on Sunday
Local time
9:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Burton, MI to Farmington Hills, MI
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
46 mi
74 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Loading...
station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Burton, MI
fish socks
Farmington Hills, MI
fish socks
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Burton to Farmington Hills, you are looking at a 46-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 13 minutes. This route stays entirely within the Midwest, connecting two points in Michigan. Given the manageable distance, this trip is perfectly suited as a simple one-day excursion, meaning you won't need to budget for an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $7 on fuel for the trek. It is a straightforward drive that serves as an efficient link between these two Michigan communities.
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
23 miles from Burton, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 33m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that balances short bursts of highway speed with more technical segments. About 27% of your travel occurs on main roads like I-75 South, South Center Road, and Williams Lake Road. You will find that the longest uninterrupted stretch lasts just 12.2 miles while you are on I-75 South. Because the route relies heavily on local roads, the pace is more variable than a standard interstate commute, requiring you to stay attentive through the turns rather than settling into a long, monotonous highway grind.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 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 12.2 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 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 11.3 miles in near I 75 / I-75 South.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 46 miles you will encounter 16 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 11.3 miles (I 75 / I-75 South): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.8 miles (US 24 / Dixie Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
11.3 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
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.
8
23.6 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward US 24: Waterford, Oakland County International Airport, Dixie Highway
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 93
Toward US 24: Waterford, Oakland County Interna...
5
23.8 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
US 24 / Dixie Highway
Turn right onto US 24 / Dixie Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
28.6 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
Williams Lake Road
At end of road, turn right onto Williams Lake Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
36.4 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
Richardson Road
At end of road, turn left onto Richardson Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between Burton, MI and Farmington Hills, MI, road signs point toward Oakland County International Airport and Dixie Highway.
Oakland County International Airport
23.6 mi in
|
~33m
Dixie Highway
23.6 mi in
|
~33m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I-75 South | 12.2 mi | 13m |
| South Center Road | 5.1 mi | 8m |
| Williams Lake Road | 5 mi | 7m |
| Haggerty Road | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| South Saginaw Road | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| West 14 Mile Road | 3 mi | 4m |
| Farmington Road | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Union Lake Road | 2.5 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
I-75 South
— 12.2 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burton, MI and Farmington Hills, 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
12 mi
·
13 min
·
I-75 South
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 93
Toward US 24: Waterford, Oakland County International Airport, Dixie Highway
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn right onto US 24
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Dixie Highway
Use the right lane.
10
Turn right onto White Lake Road
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
White Lake Road
Use the right lane.
11
Continue on Nelsey Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Nelsey Road
12
At end of road, turn left onto Maceday Lake Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Maceday Lake Road
13
At end of road, turn right onto Williams Lake Road
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Williams Lake Road
Use the none lane.
14
Turn right onto Cooley Lake Road
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Cooley Lake Road
15
Turn left onto Union Lake Road
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Union Lake Road
Use the left lane.
16
At end of road, turn left onto Richardson Road
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Richardson Road
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto Haggerty Road
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Haggerty Road
Use the left / none lanes.
18
Turn left onto West 14 Mile Road
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
West 14 Mile Road
Use the left lane.
19
Enter roundabout onto Farmington Road
10 ft
·
0 sec
·
Farmington Road
20
Continue on Farmington Road
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Farmington Road
Use the none lane.
21
Arrive at destination
Farmington Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours on local roads is always a smart move. You will not need to plan for any formal stops along the way, as the 1 hour and 13-minute duration is easily manageable in one go. Keep your $7 fuel budget in mind when you head out, and ensure your vehicle is ready for a route that demands frequent navigation changes. For the smoothest experience, pay close attention to your GPS while transitioning from the highway segments onto Williams Lake Road and South Center 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 23 miles from Burton, MI, or about 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.2 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 46 miles or 1h 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 23 miles or 33m 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 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Farmington Hills, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Burton, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 46 miles and 1h 13m.
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 12.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23 mi from Burton, MI · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23 miles from Burton, 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
$6.99 one way
$13.97 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $7.70 | $15.40 |
| premium | $4.80 | $8.68 | $17.37 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.22 | $20.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.83 | $2.21 |
| Efficient EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.02 | $1.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.44 | $2.94 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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 Sunday
Local time
9:25 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
27 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 13m 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 Farmington Hills, MI covers 46 miles and takes about 1h 13m 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, Williams Lake Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23 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 $6.99 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 46 miles you will encounter 16 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 11.3 miles (I 75 / I-75 South): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.8 miles (US 24 / Dixie Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
Between Burton, MI and Farmington Hills, MI, road signs point toward Oakland County International Airport and Dixie Highway.
Was this route helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Farmington Hills, MI
More trips to Farmington Hills, MI
Explore more options from Burton, MI or browse trips ending in Farmington Hills, MI.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse MI road trips.
Explore maps for Burton, MI or Farmington Hills, MI on MapSof.net.