Origin
Denton, MI
Morning in Denton on Monday
Local time
7:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Denton, MI to Wyoming, MI
Drive Time
2h 46m
Distance
147.4 mi
237 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 36m
★
6 AM
2h 47m
8 AM
3h 9m
10 AM
2h 55m
12 PM
2h 52m
3 PM
2h 56m
5 PM
3h 8m
8 PM
2h 40m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Denton, MI
fish socks
Wyoming, MI
Channel Iskatel
Trip Overview
The drive from Denton, MI to Wyoming, MI covers 147.4 miles and takes about 2h 46m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 96, US 23, 28th Street Southeast for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 104.1 miles on I 96. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.39 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
73.7 miles from Denton, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 2h 46m highway drive covering 147.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 96 and US 23. The longest continuous stretch is about 104.1 miles on I 96.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 96 is the longest continuous segment at about 104.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and US 23. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.8 miles in near US 12.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 147.4 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: at 3.8 miles (US 12): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.7 miles (US 23): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
3.8 mi into trip
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~5m in
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US 12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 12 toward I 94 West: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 94 West: Chicago
8
9.1 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward US 23 North, I 94 BL: Ann Arbor
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 180B
Toward US 23 North, I 94 BL: Ann Arbor
8
18.7 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
US 23
Keep slight right at fork onto US 23 toward US 23 North: Brighton, Flint
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 23 North: Brighton, Flint
7
33.4 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward I 96 West: Lansing
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 60B
Toward I 96 West: Lansing
7
138.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 30m in
Take the exit toward M 11 West: 28th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 43A
Toward M 11 West: 28th Street
Towns Along This Route
Between Denton, MI and Wyoming, MI, road signs point toward Flint and Brighton.
Flint
18.7 mi in
|
~21m
|
via US 23
Brighton
33.8 mi in
|
~37m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 96 | 104.1 mi | 1h 51m |
| US 23 | 16.2 mi | 17m |
| 28th Street Southeast | 8.6 mi | 15m |
| US 12 | 7.2 mi | 8m |
| I 94 BL | 7.2 mi | 7m |
| Ecorse Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Denton Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Burlingame Avenue Southwest | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 104.1 mi, about 1h 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Denton, MI and Wyoming, MI.
1
Start on Denton Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Denton Road
2
Turn right onto Ecorse Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Ecorse Road
3
Merge onto US 12
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
US 12
4
Keep slight right at fork onto US 12
5.2 mi
·
5 min
·
US 12
Toward I 94 West: Chicago
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 180B
Toward US 23 North, I 94 BL: Ann Arbor
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto US 23; I 94 BL
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 23; I 94 BL
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 94 BL; BUS US 23
7.2 mi
·
7 min
·
I 94 BL; BUS US 23
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto US 23
15 mi
·
15 min
·
US 23
Toward US 23 North: Brighton, Flint
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 60B
Toward I 96 West: Lansing
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 96 West: Lansing, Brighton, Spencer Road
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 96 West: Lansing
12
Merge onto I 96
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 96
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
55 mi
·
58 min
·
I 96
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
48 mi
·
51 min
·
I 96
Toward I 96 West: Grand Rapids
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 43A
Toward M 11 West: 28th Street
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn straight onto M 11
8.6 mi
·
15 min
·
28th Street Southeast
Use the right lane.
17
Turn left onto Burlingame Avenue Southwest
56 ft
·
1 sec
·
Burlingame Avenue Southwest
18
Arrive at destination
Burlingame Avenue Southwest
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73.7 miles from Denton, MI, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 104.1 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 80 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.7 miles or 1h 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wyoming, 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.
+
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 Denton, MI
This is one driving day of about 147.4 miles and 2h 46m.
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.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 96 for about 104.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 73.7 mi from Denton, MI · 1h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
74 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 73.7 miles from Denton, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 96 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 104.1 miles.
Arriving in Wyoming, MI
The final approach into Wyoming, 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 Wyoming, MI.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.39 one way
$44.78 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
52 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $24.68 | $49.36 |
| premium | $4.80 | $27.83 | $55.65 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $32.75 | $65.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 44.2 | 0 | $15.48 | $7.08 |
| Efficient EV | 36.9 | 0 | $12.90 | $5.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 59 | 0 | $20.64 | $9.43 |
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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.
Destination
Wyoming, MI
Morning in Wyoming on Monday
Local time
7:32 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
WSW 16 mph
90% 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
11 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
2h 46m 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 Wyoming, MI covers 147.4 miles and takes about 2h 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 96, US 23, 28th Street Southeast. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 73.7 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 $22.39 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 147.4 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: at 3.8 miles (US 12): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.7 miles (US 23): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Denton, MI and Wyoming, MI, road signs point toward Flint and Brighton.
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