Origin
Detroit, MI
Evening in Detroit on Tuesday
Local time
7:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Detroit, MI to Akron, MI
Data updated 2 hours ago
Drive Time
2h 20m
Distance
105.7 mi
170 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 11m
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6 AM
2h 20m
8 AM
2h 40m
10 AM
2h 27m
12 PM
2h 25m
3 PM
2h 28m
5 PM
2h 39m
8 PM
2h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Akron, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Detroit, MI to Akron, MI covers 105.7 miles and takes about 2h 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Walter P. Chrysler Freeway, South State Road, Ortonville Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 39.9 miles on Walter P. Chrysler Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.52 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
52.9 miles from Detroit, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 4m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Detroit, MI to Akron, MI covers 105.7 miles and takes about 2h 20m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Walter P. Chrysler Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 39.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Cadillac Square.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 105.7 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 0.1 miles (Cadillac Square): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (Chrysler Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles (I 375 / Walter P. Chrysler Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Cadillac Square
Continue onto Cadillac Square toward M 3 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward M 3 North
6
0.7 mi into trip
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~2m in
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Chrysler Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Chrysler Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
0.9 mi into trip
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~2m in
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I 375 / Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Merge onto I 375 / Walter P. Chrysler Freeway toward I 75 North: Flint
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 North: Flint
8
40.8 mi into trip
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~46m in
Take the exit toward M 15: Clarkston, Davison
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 91
Toward M 15: Clarkston, Davison
6
41.2 mi into trip
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~47m in
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M 15 / Ortonville Road
Turn right onto M 15 / Ortonville Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Detroit, MI and Akron, MI, road signs point toward M 15: Clarkston and Davison.
M 15: Clarkston
40.8 mi in
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~46m
Davison
40.8 mi in
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~46m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Walter P. Chrysler Freeway | 39.9 mi | 43m |
| South State Road | 20.3 mi | 29m |
| Ortonville Road | 9.7 mi | 14m |
| South Vassar Road | 8 mi | 10m |
| North State Road | 7.6 mi | 10m |
| State Road | 5.7 mi | 7m |
| Merry Road | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Deckerville Road | 3.5 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
— 39.9 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Detroit, MI and Akron, MI.
1
Start on Cadillac Square
0.1 mi
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28 sec
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Cadillac Square
2
Continue on Cadillac Square
97 ft
·
3 sec
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Cadillac Square
Toward M 3 North
Use the left lane.
3
Turn slight left onto M 3
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
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Randolph Street
4
Turn right onto Monroe Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Monroe Street
Use the right lane.
5
At end of road, turn left onto Chrysler Drive
34 ft
·
1 sec
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Chrysler Drive
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
7
Merge onto I 375
40 mi
·
43 min
·
Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Toward I 75 North: Flint
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 91
Toward M 15: Clarkston, Davison
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn right onto M 15
9.7 mi
·
14 min
·
Ortonville Road
Use the right lane.
10
Continue on M 15
20 mi
·
29 min
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South State Road
Use the right lane.
11
Continue on M 15
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
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South State Street
12
Continue on M 15
7.6 mi
·
10 min
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North State Road
13
Continue on M 15
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
14
Continue on M 15
5.7 mi
·
7 min
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State Road
15
Continue on M 15
0.6 mi
·
55 sec
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Goodrich Street
16
At end of road, turn left onto M 15
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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East Huron Avenue
17
Continue on M 15
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
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West Saginaw Road
18
Turn right onto Cottrell Drive
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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Cottrell Drive
19
At end of road, turn right onto Waterman Road
1.2 mi
·
1 min
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Waterman Road
20
Keep slight left at fork onto South Vassar Road
8.0 mi
·
10 min
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South Vassar Road
21
Turn right onto Deckerville Road
3.5 mi
·
4 min
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Deckerville Road
22
Turn left onto Merry Road
3.5 mi
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4 min
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Merry Road
23
Continue on Main Street
0.4 mi
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1 min
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Main Street
24
At end of road, turn right onto M 138
69 ft
·
6 sec
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Beach Street
25
Turn left onto Main Street
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Main Street
26
Arrive at destination
Main Street
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 52.9 miles from Detroit, MI, or about 1h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.9 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 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.9 miles or 1h 4m 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 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Akron, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Detroit, 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 Detroit, MI
This is one driving day of about 105.7 miles and 2h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Detroit, 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 Walter P. Chrysler Freeway for about 39.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52.9 mi from Detroit, MI · 1h 4m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 52.9 miles from Detroit, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Akron, MI
The final approach into Akron, 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 Akron, 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
$16.52 one way
$33.05 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $18.14 | $36.29 |
| premium | $4.89 | $20.34 | $40.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.34 | $46.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.7 | 0 | $11.10 | $5.07 |
| Efficient EV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.25 | $4.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.3 | 0 | $14.80 | $6.76 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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
Akron, MI
Evening in Akron on Tuesday
Local time
7:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°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
20 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 20m 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 Detroit, MI to Akron, MI covers 105.7 miles and takes about 2h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Walter P. Chrysler Freeway, South State Road, Ortonville Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 52.9 miles from Detroit, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.52 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 105.7 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 0.1 miles (Cadillac Square): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (Chrysler Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles (I 375 / Walter P. Chrysler Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Detroit, MI and Akron, MI, road signs point toward M 15: Clarkston and Davison.
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