Origin
Detroit, MI
Evening in Detroit on Sunday
Local time
5:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Detroit, MI to Burton, MI
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
68.2 mi
110 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
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6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Burton, MI
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Detroit to Burton, you can expect a quick 68.2-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 21 minutes. Because this is a straightforward drive within the Midwest, it serves as an ideal day trip, meaning you won’t need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. You can easily budget around $10 for fuel, making this a very affordable excursion. The route primarily relies on the Walter P. Chrysler Freeway, South Dort Highway, and South Center Road to get you to your destination. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick visit, this efficient connection makes travel between these two Michigan locations simple and manageable.
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
34.1 miles from Detroit, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 38m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 85% of your travel time will be spent on major roads. The most significant portion of your time behind the wheel involves a 58.1-mile stretch on the Walter P. Chrysler Freeway, which sets the pace for the majority of the trip. While the route transitions onto South Dort Highway and South Center Road as you approach Burton, the drive remains consistent and functional rather than winding or scenic. You will find that the road maintains a steady, predictable rhythm throughout the journey. It is a no-nonsense commute that prioritizes speed and directness over technical maneuvers.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 58.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Walter P. Chrysler Freeway and South Dort Highway. You will hit about 14 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 68.2 miles you will encounter 14 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 14 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 none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 North: Flint
7
59 mi into trip
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~1h 5m in
Take the exit toward M 54: Burton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 109
Toward M 54: Burton
7
59.2 mi into trip
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~1h 6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward M 54: Burton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 109
Toward M 54: Burton
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Detroit, MI to Burton, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 54: Burton along the way.
M 54: Burton
59 mi in
|
~1h 5m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Walter P. Chrysler Freeway | 58.1 mi | 1h 3m |
| South Dort Highway | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| South Center Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| East Bristol Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Lippincott Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Monroe Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Amy Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Randolph Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
— 58.1 mi, about 1h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Detroit, MI and Burton, MI.
1
Start on Cadillac Square
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
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Cadillac Square
2
Continue on Cadillac Square
97 ft
·
3 sec
·
Cadillac Square
Toward M 3 North
Use the left lane.
3
Turn slight left onto M 3
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
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
·
Chrysler Drive
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
7
Merge onto I 375
58 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Toward I 75 North: Flint
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 109
Toward M 54: Burton
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 109
Toward M 54: Burton
10
Enter roundabout onto M 54
64 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Dort Highway
11
Continue on M 54
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
South Dort Highway
Use the none lane.
12
Turn right onto East Bristol Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Bristol Road
13
Turn left onto South Center Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
South Center Road
14
Turn right onto Lippincott Boulevard
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Lippincott Boulevard
15
Turn right onto Amy Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Amy Street
16
Arrive at destination
Amy Street
Trip Plan
Because this trip is short and lacks mandatory stops, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your own schedule. Keep in mind that with no official stops required, you can complete the entire 68.2-mile distance in one go. Since the majority of the drive is highway-based, check for typical traffic patterns on the Walter P. Chrysler Freeway before you head out to ensure the smoothest transit. Fueling up before you leave Detroit should be sufficient to cover the entire trip for about $10. Use the simplicity of the route to your advantage by choosing a departure time that avoids peak rush hour congestion.
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 34.1 miles from Detroit, MI, or about 38m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58.1 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 68.2 miles or 1h 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.1 miles or 38m 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 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Burton, 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 68.2 miles and 1h 21m.
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 58.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.1 mi from Detroit, MI · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 68.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.1 miles from Detroit, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Burton, MI
The final approach into Burton, 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 Burton, 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
$10.36 one way
$20.72 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $11.42 | $22.84 |
| premium | $4.80 | $12.87 | $25.75 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.15 | $30.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.16 | $3.27 |
| Efficient EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.97 | $2.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.3 | 0 | $9.55 | $4.36 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Burton, MI
Evening in Burton on Sunday
Local time
5:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°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
3 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
1h 21m 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 Burton, MI covers 68.2 miles and takes about 1h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Walter P. Chrysler Freeway, South Dort Highway, South Center 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 34.1 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 $10.36 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 68.2 miles you will encounter 14 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.
On the drive from Detroit, MI to Burton, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 54: Burton along the way.
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