Origin
Denton, MI
Morning in Denton on Monday
Local time
7:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Denton, MI to Taylor, MI
Drive Time
23m
Distance
14.8 mi
24 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 22m
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6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 28m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 25m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 28m
8 PM
0h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Denton, MI
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Taylor, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Denton, MI to Taylor, MI covers 14.8 miles and takes about 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Ecorse Road, Wick Road, South Beech Daly Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 12.1 miles on Ecorse Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.25 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
7.4 miles from Denton, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 23m drive with frequent turns across 14.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Ecorse Road is the longest continuous segment at about 12.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near Ecorse Road.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Denton, MI to Taylor, MI is easy. At 23m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (Ecorse Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.8 miles (Beech-Daly Road): Navigation decision point; at 13.8 miles (Wick Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
3 of 3 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Ecorse Road
Turn left onto Ecorse Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
12.8 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
Beech-Daly Road
Turn right onto Beech-Daly Road
Navigation decision point
4
13.8 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
Wick Road
Turn left onto Wick Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ecorse Road | 12.1 mi | 18m |
| Wick Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| South Beech Daly Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Denton Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Beech-Daly Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Ecorse Road
— 12.1 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Denton, MI and Taylor, MI.
1
Start on Denton Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Denton Road
2
Turn left onto Ecorse Road
12 mi
·
18 min
·
Ecorse Road
Use the left lane.
3
Turn right onto Beech-Daly Road
321 ft
·
6 sec
·
Beech-Daly Road
4
Continue on South Beech Daly Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
South Beech Daly Road
5
Turn left onto Wick Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Wick Road
6
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 7.4 miles from Denton, MI, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.1 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 14.8 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.4 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 19m
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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Open the route before leaving Denton, 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 Denton, MI
This is one driving day of about 14.8 miles and 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Denton, 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 Ecorse Road for about 12.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7.4 mi from Denton, MI · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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 14.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7.4 miles from Denton, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Taylor, MI
The final approach into Taylor, 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 Taylor, 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
$2.25 one way
$4.50 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $2.48 | $4.96 |
| premium | $4.80 | $2.79 | $5.59 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.29 | $6.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.55 | $0.71 |
| Efficient EV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.30 | $0.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.07 | $0.95 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Taylor, MI
Morning in Taylor on Monday
Local time
7:31 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Rain Showers Likely
SW 18 mph
72% chance
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
13 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
23m 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 Denton, MI to Taylor, MI covers 14.8 miles and takes about 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Ecorse Road, Wick Road, South Beech Daly Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.4 miles from Denton, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.25 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.
The drive from Denton, MI to Taylor, MI is easy. At 23m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (Ecorse Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.8 miles (Beech-Daly Road): Navigation decision point; at 13.8 miles (Wick Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Denton, MI to Taylor, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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