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Trip from Chelsea, MI to Taylor, MI

Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026

Drive Time

53m

Distance

44.1 mi

71 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$7

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 14 min
4 AM
0h 49m ★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States

Chelsea, MI

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city in Michigan, United States

Taylor, MI

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Trip Overview

The drive from Chelsea, MI to Taylor, MI covers 44.1 miles and takes about 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 94, East Old US Highway 12, Wick Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 37.8 miles on I 94. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.89 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

This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.

Midpoint

22.1 miles from Chelsea, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 53m highway drive covering 44.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 94 and East Old US Highway 12. The longest continuous stretch is about 37.8 miles on I 94.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 94 is the longest continuous segment at about 37.8 miles.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

939 ft 615 ft

Total Climb

100 ft

Total Descent

413 ft

Highest Point

939 ft

~15.8 mi in

Elevation Range

324 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and East Old US Highway 12. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near M 52 / North Main Street.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 44.1 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.1 miles (M 52 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (East Old US Highway 12): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.5 miles: Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 8 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | M 52 / North Main Street

At end of road, turn right onto M 52 / North Main Street

Navigation decision point

5
0.9 mi into trip | ~3m in | East Old US Highway 12

Turn left onto East Old US Highway 12

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
4
3.5 mi into trip | ~7m in

Take the ramp toward I 94 East: Ann Arbor

Navigation decision point

Toward I 94 East: Ann Arbor
8
12.2 mi into trip | ~16m in | I 94

Keep slight right at fork onto I 94 toward I 94, I 94 Business: Detroit, Ann Arbor

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 94, I 94 Business: Detroit, Ann Arbor
7
41.5 mi into trip | ~48m in

Take the exit toward Ecorse Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 200 Toward Ecorse Road

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 Chelsea, MI to Taylor, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Ann Arbor along the way.

Ann Arbor

12.2 mi in | ~16m | via I 94

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 94 37.8 mi 40m
East Old US Highway 12 2.6 mi 4m
Wick Road 1 mi 2m
South Beech Daly Road 0.9 mi 1m
North Main Street 0.8 mi 2m
Ecorse Road 0.3 mi <1m
Beech-Daly Road <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 94 — 37.8 mi, about 40m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Chelsea, MI and Taylor, MI.

1

Start on this road

439 ft · 34 sec · this road
2

At end of road, turn right onto M 52

0.8 mi · 2 min · North Main Street
3

Turn left onto East Old US Highway 12

2.6 mi · 4 min · East Old US Highway 12
Use the left lane.
4

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 16 sec
Toward I 94 East: Ann Arbor
5

Merge onto I 94

8.5 mi · 9 min · I 94
6

Keep slight right at fork onto I 94

29 mi · 31 min · I 94
Toward I 94, I 94 Business: Detroit, Ann Arbor Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec
Exit 200 Toward Ecorse Road Use the slight right lane.
8

Turn straight onto Ecorse Road

0.3 mi · 41 sec · Ecorse Road
9

Turn right onto Beech-Daly Road

321 ft · 6 sec · Beech-Daly Road
10

Continue on South Beech Daly Road

0.9 mi · 1 min · South Beech Daly Road
11

Turn left onto Wick Road

1.0 mi · 2 min · Wick Road
12

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 22.1 miles from Chelsea, MI, or about 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.8 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 10 miles or 14m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 22.1 miles or 27m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 43m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Taylor, MI than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Have your navigation ready before leaving Chelsea, MI.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Chelsea, MI

This is one driving day of about 44.1 miles and 53m.

At 44.1 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 37.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 22.1 mi from Chelsea, MI · 27m into the drive

Downtown Ann Arbor, MI, MI

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ann Arbor, MI

22 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.

Popular next leg

Ann Arbor, MI to Taylor, MI

29.3 mi · 38m

Pacing Suggestions

Dexter, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ann Arbor, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 22.1 miles from Chelsea, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Taylor, MI

Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Taylor, MI if you are unfamiliar with the area.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$6.89 one way

$13.79 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 15 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $7.57 $15.14
premium $4.89 $8.49 $16.97
diesel $5.61 $9.74 $19.47

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: 15.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 13.2 0 $4.63 $2.12
Efficient EV 11 0 $3.86 $1.76
EV Truck/SUV 17.6 0 $6.17 $2.82

Gas CO2

15 kg

EV CO2

5 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.

Forecast as of Apr 13, 2026

Origin

Chelsea, MI

Evening in Chelsea on Wednesday

Local time

7:40 PM

EDT

Current temp

59°F

Rain Showers

SW 16 mph 82% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 3:33AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana

Flash Flood Warning

Flash Flood Warning issued April 13 at 3:28AM EDT until April 13 at 3:30PM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI

Destination

Taylor, MI

Evening in Taylor on Wednesday

Local time

7:40 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Rain Showers Likely

SW 18 mph 72% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 3:33AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana

Flash Flood Warning

Flash Flood Warning issued April 13 at 3:28AM EDT until April 13 at 3:30PM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI

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

2 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

53m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Chelsea, MI to Taylor, MI covers 44.1 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 94, East Old US Highway 12, Wick 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 22.1 miles from Chelsea, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.89 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 44.1 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.1 miles (M 52 / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (East Old US Highway 12): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.5 miles: Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Chelsea, MI to Taylor, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Ann Arbor along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 615 ft to 939 ft elevation with about 100 ft of total climbing.

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