Origin
Farmington Hills, MI
Night in Farmington Hills on Sunday
Local time
9:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Farmington Hills, MI to Cohoctah, MI
Drive Time
58m
Distance
46.4 mi
75 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
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6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Farmington Hills, MI
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Cohoctah, MI
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Farmington Hills to Cohoctah, you are in for a straightforward 46.4-mile journey across Michigan. Expect to spend about 58 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a modest estimated fuel cost of $7, the route is both efficient and budget-friendly. You will primarily navigate via the Walter P. Reuther Freeway and I-96 before finishing your trek on Oak Grove Road. Since both the origin and destination are located within the Midwest, the transition between these two areas is seamless and familiar. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that gets you to your destination quickly without the need for complex planning.
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
23.2 miles from Farmington Hills, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is a highway-focused drive, with 68% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 26.9 miles along I-96. The experience begins with the fast-paced flow of the freeway before transitioning into the more localized feel of Oak Grove Road. While the interstate segments offer a consistent, high-speed pace, the final portion of the drive provides a shift in scenery as you move toward your destination. Expect a reliable, predictable road personality that prioritizes efficiency over technical driving challenges.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 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 26.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and Oak Grove Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in near West 12 Mile Road.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 46.4 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 0.9 miles (West 12 Mile Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles (I 696 / Walter P Reuther Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7 miles (I 96): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.9 mi into trip
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~1m in
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West 12 Mile Road
Turn right onto West 12 Mile Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
2.5 mi into trip
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~4m in
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I 696 / Walter P Reuther Freeway
Merge onto I 696 / Walter P Reuther Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
7 mi into trip
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~9m in
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I 96
Merge onto I 96
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
24.9 mi into trip
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~28m in
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I 96
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
33.9 mi into trip
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~38m in
Take the exit toward CR D19: Howell, Pinckney
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 137
Toward CR D19: Howell, Pinckney
Towns Along This Route
Between Farmington Hills, MI and Cohoctah, MI, road signs point toward Cr D19: Howell and Pinckney.
Cr D19: Howell
33.9 mi in
|
~38m
Pinckney
33.9 mi in
|
~38m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 96 | 26.9 mi | 28m |
| Oak Grove Road | 10 mi | 13m |
| Walter P Reuther Freeway | 4.5 mi | 4m |
| South Michigan Avenue | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| West 12 Mile Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Farmington Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Pinckney Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Cohoctah Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 26.9 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Farmington Hills, MI and Cohoctah, MI.
1
Start on Farmington Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Farmington Road
2
Turn right onto West 12 Mile Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West 12 Mile Road
Use the none lane.
3
Turn right onto Orchard Lake Road
256 ft
·
4 sec
·
Orchard Lake Road
4
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 696 West: Lansing
5
Merge onto I 696
4.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Walter P Reuther Freeway
Use the straight lane.
6
Merge onto I 96
18 mi
·
19 min
·
I 96
Use the none lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
9.0 mi
·
9 min
·
I 96
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 137
Toward CR D19: Howell, Pinckney
Use the right lane.
9
Turn left onto D-19
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Pinckney Road
Use the none lane.
10
Continue on South Michigan Avenue
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
South Michigan Avenue
Use the none lane.
11
Continue on Oak Grove Road
5.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Oak Grove Road
Use the none lane.
12
Continue on Oak Grove Road
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Oak Grove Road
13
At end of road, turn right onto West Cohoctah Road
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
West Cohoctah Road
14
Arrive at destination
West Cohoctah Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a short trip with zero mandatory stops, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule. You can easily complete the entire 58-minute drive in one go, so there is no need to worry about pacing or rest breaks unless you prefer them. Keep in mind that with $7 in fuel covering the whole distance, you should ensure your tank is topped off before leaving Farmington Hills to avoid unnecessary detours. Because the route relies heavily on I-96, checking traffic reports for the Walter P. Reuther Freeway before you head out is a smart way to avoid any potential congestion. Enjoy the simplicity of this short, direct route through the Michigan landscape.
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 23.2 miles from Farmington Hills, MI, or about 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.9 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 46.4 miles or 58m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 23.2 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cohoctah, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Farmington Hills, 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 Farmington Hills, MI
This is one driving day of about 46.4 miles and 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Farmington Hills, 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 I 96 for about 26.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.2 mi from Farmington Hills, MI · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 46.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.2 miles from Farmington Hills, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cohoctah, MI
The final approach into Cohoctah, 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 Cohoctah, 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
$7.05 one way
$14.10 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $7.77 | $15.54 |
| premium | $4.80 | $8.76 | $17.52 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.31 | $20.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.87 | $2.23 |
| Efficient EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.06 | $1.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.50 | $2.97 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Cohoctah, MI
Night in Cohoctah on Sunday
Local time
9:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°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
2 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
58m 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 Farmington Hills, MI to Cohoctah, MI covers 46.4 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 96, Oak Grove Road, Walter P Reuther Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.2 miles from Farmington Hills, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.05 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 is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 46.4 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 0.9 miles (West 12 Mile Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles (I 696 / Walter P Reuther Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7 miles (I 96): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Farmington Hills, MI and Cohoctah, MI, road signs point toward Cr D19: Howell and Pinckney.
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