Origin
Detroit, MI
Afternoon in Detroit on Thursday
Local time
12:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Detroit, MI to Argentine, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
66.6 mi
107 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Argentine, MI
Gian Tripodoro
Trip Overview
The drive from Detroit, MI to Argentine, MI covers 66.6 miles and takes about 1h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Bates Street, East Congress Street, Griswold Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.41 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 66.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 21m drive with frequent turns across 66.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Bates Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Detroit, MI to Argentine, MI is easy. At 1h 21m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Detroit, MI to Argentine, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Bates Street | — | — |
| East Congress Street | — | — |
| Griswold Street | — | — |
| West Jefferson Avenue | — | — |
| John C Lodge Freeway | — | — |
| I 696 West | — | — |
| Walter P Reuther Freeway | — | — |
| US 23 South | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Bates Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Detroit, MI and Argentine, MI.
1
Start on Cadillac Square
312 ft
·
15 sec
·
Cadillac Square
2
Turn right onto Bates Street
246 ft
·
7 sec
·
Bates Street
3
Turn right onto East Congress Street
0.1 mi
·
38 sec
·
East Congress Street
4
Turn left onto Griswold Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Griswold Street
5
Turn right onto West Jefferson Avenue
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
West Jefferson Avenue
6
Continue on John C Lodge Freeway
18 mi
·
23 min
·
John C Lodge Freeway
7
Take the exit slight left toward I 696 West: Lansing
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
I 696 West: Lansing
8
Merge slight left onto Walter P Reuther Freeway
8.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Walter P Reuther Freeway
9
Merge slight right
15 mi
·
16 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward US 23 South, US 23 North: Ann Arbor, Spencer Road, Flint
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
US 23 South, US 23 North: Ann Arbor, Spencer Road, Flint
11
Keep slight right to continue on US 23 North: Flint
0.7 mi
·
55 sec
·
US 23 North: Flint
12
Merge slight left
17 mi
·
18 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward White Lake Road
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
White Lake Road
14
Turn right onto White Lake Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
White Lake Road
15
Turn left onto Bennett Lake Road
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
Bennett Lake Road
16
Turn right onto Linden Road
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
Linden Road
17
Turn left onto Lobdell Road
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Lobdell Road
18
Turn left onto Glen Hatt Road
0.2 mi
·
56 sec
·
Glen Hatt Road
19
Turn left onto Silver Lake Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Silver Lake Road
20
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.3 mi from Detroit, MI · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.3 miles from Detroit, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Argentine, MI
The final approach into Argentine, MI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.41 one way
$20.82 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.43 | $22.86 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.82 | $25.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.70 | $29.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20 | 0 | $6.99 | $3.20 |
| Efficient EV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.83 | $2.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.32 | $4.26 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Argentine, MI
Afternoon in Argentine on Thursday
Local time
12:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 Argentine, MI covers 66.6 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 Bates Street, East Congress Street, Griswold Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.3 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 $10.41 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 Detroit, MI to Argentine, MI is easy. At 1h 21m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Detroit, MI to Argentine, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Detroit, MI to Argentine, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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