Origin
Dearborn, MI
Evening in Dearborn on Sunday
Local time
5:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dearborn, MI to Bloomfield Hills, MI
Drive Time
36m
Distance
23.7 mi
38 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
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6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 43m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 39m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dearborn, MI
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Bloomfield Hills, MI
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Trip Overview
Traveling between Dearborn and Bloomfield Hills is a straightforward 23.7-mile journey that typically takes about 36 minutes. Because of the short distance, this trip is perfectly suited as a quick day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You will primarily navigate via the Southfield Freeway, Telegraph Road, and the John C. Lodge Freeway. With fuel costs estimated at around $4, it is an incredibly budget-friendly excursion within the Midwest. This route connects two distinct Michigan hubs efficiently, making it an ideal choice for commuters or weekend visitors looking for a simple, no-fuss transit.
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
11.9 miles from Dearborn, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience that balances highway efficiency with local transitions. About 51 percent of your time will be spent on highways, providing a steady rhythm as you move between cities. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is an 8.5-mile run along the Southfield Freeway, which offers a consistent pace before the route shifts. You should be prepared for changing road dynamics as you merge across these major thoroughfares. This combination of freeway travel and local road segments keeps the 36-minute drive engaging without becoming overly monotonous.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Southfield Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 8.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Schaefer Road.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 23.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Schaefer Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles (M 39 / Southfield Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Schaefer Road
Turn left onto Schaefer Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
3 mi into trip
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~6m in
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M 39 / Southfield Freeway
Merge onto M 39 / Southfield Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
11.5 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Keep slight left at fork toward M 10 North: Lansing
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 16
Toward M 10 North: Lansing
5
12 mi into trip
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~19m in
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M 10 / John C Lodge Freeway
Merge onto M 10 / John C Lodge Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
15.5 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward US 24 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 18A
Toward US 24 North
Towns Along This Route
Between Dearborn, MI and Bloomfield Hills, MI, road signs point toward M 39 North and M 10 North: Lansing.
M 39 North
2.9 mi in
|
~6m
M 10 North: Lansing
11.5 mi in
|
~18m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southfield Freeway | 8.5 mi | 11m |
| Telegraph Road | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| John C Lodge Freeway | 3.5 mi | 3m |
| Ford Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Long Lake Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Schaefer Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| North M 39 Service Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Michigan Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Southfield Freeway
— 8.5 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dearborn, MI and Bloomfield Hills, MI.
1
Start on US 12
79 ft
·
6 sec
·
Michigan Avenue
2
Turn left onto Schaefer Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Schaefer Road
Use the left lane.
3
Turn right onto M 153
521 ft
·
11 sec
·
Ford Road
4
Continue on M 153
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Ford Road
Use the left lane.
5
Turn slight right
0.4 mi
·
1 min
6
Turn straight onto North M 39 Service Drive
351 ft
·
7 sec
·
North M 39 Service Drive
7
Take the ramp
478 ft
·
11 sec
Toward M 39 North
8
Merge onto M 39
8.5 mi
·
11 min
·
Southfield Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 16
Toward M 10 North: Lansing
Use the slight left lane.
10
Merge onto M 10
3.5 mi
·
3 min
·
John C Lodge Freeway
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 18A
Toward US 24 North
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto US 24
6.1 mi
·
9 min
·
Telegraph Road
Use the none lane.
13
Turn right onto Long Lake Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Long Lake Road
Use the right lane.
14
Turn right onto M 1
54 ft
·
0 sec
·
Woodward Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Arrive at destination
M 1
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 36-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding standard peak rush hours can help ensure a smoother transition between freeways. You will not need to plan for any formal stops, as the 23.7-mile distance is easily manageable in one go. Keep an eye on your navigation as you transition between the Southfield Freeway and Telegraph Road, as these interchanges are the main points where you will need to focus your attention. Budgeting $4 for gas is a safe bet for a round trip, ensuring you are fully prepared before you head out. Enjoy the ease of this quick Michigan drive.
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 11.9 miles from Dearborn, MI, or about 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.5 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 23.7 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.9 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bloomfield Hills, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Dearborn, 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 Dearborn, MI
This is one driving day of about 23.7 miles and 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Dearborn, 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 Southfield Freeway for about 8.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.9 mi from Dearborn, MI · 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
12 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 23.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.9 miles from Dearborn, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bloomfield Hills, MI
The final approach into Bloomfield 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 Bloomfield 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
$3.60 one way
$7.20 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $3.97 | $7.94 |
| premium | $4.80 | $4.47 | $8.95 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.27 | $10.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.49 | $1.14 |
| Efficient EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.07 | $0.95 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.32 | $1.52 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Bloomfield Hills, MI
Evening in Bloomfield Hills on Sunday
Local time
5:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°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
16 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
36m 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 Dearborn, MI to Bloomfield Hills, MI covers 23.7 miles and takes about 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Southfield Freeway, Telegraph Road, John C Lodge Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.9 miles from Dearborn, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.60 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 is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 23.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Schaefer Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles (M 39 / Southfield Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Dearborn, MI and Bloomfield Hills, MI, road signs point toward M 39 North and M 10 North: Lansing.
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