Origin
Iron Mountain, MI
Morning in Iron Mountain on Monday
Local time
7:49 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Iron Mountain, MI to Taylor, MI
Drive Time
9h 12m
Distance
497.3 mi
800 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$76
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
41 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
9h 4m
★
6 AM
9h 13m
8 AM
9h 29m
10 AM
9h 18m
12 PM
9h 17m
3 PM
9h 19m
5 PM
9h 28m
8 PM
9h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Taylor, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Iron Mountain, MI to Taylor, MI covers 497.3 miles and takes about 9h 12m behind the wheel. It usually feels better as a 2-day road trip than as one long push.
The route leans on I 75, West Lakeshore Drive, US-2/US-41/M-35 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 229.2 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $75.53 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
248.7 miles from Iron Mountain, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 49m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 9h 12m highway drive covering 497.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and West Lakeshore Drive. The longest continuous stretch is about 229.2 miles on I 75.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 229.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and West Lakeshore Drive. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 51.7 miles in near US 2; US 41; M 35 / North Lincoln Road.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 497.3 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 51.7 miles (US 2; US 41; M 35 / North Lincoln Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 468.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 487.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
51.7 mi into trip
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~1h 2m in
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US 2; US 41; M 35 / North Lincoln Road
Turn left onto US 2; US 41; M 35 / North Lincoln Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
468.1 mi into trip
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~8h 37m in
Take the exit toward I 96, I 275, M 5 North: Detroit, Toledo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 163
Toward I 96, I 275, M 5 North: Detroit, Toledo
8
487.7 mi into trip
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~8h 58m in
Take the exit toward I 94: Chicago, Detroit
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 17
Toward I 94: Chicago, Detroit
8
488.1 mi into trip
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~8h 58m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 94 East: Metro Airport, Detroit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 94 East: Metro Airport, Detroit
7
494.7 mi into trip
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~9h 7m in
Take the exit toward Ecorse Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 200
Toward Ecorse Road
Towns Along This Route
Between Iron Mountain, MI and Taylor, MI, road signs point toward Detroit, M 5 North: Detroit and Toledo.
Detroit
286.3 mi in
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~5h 28m
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via I 75
M 5 North: Detroit
468.1 mi in
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~8h 37m
Toledo
468.1 mi in
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~8h 37m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 229.2 mi | 3h 56m |
| West Lakeshore Drive | 88.4 mi | 1h 44m |
| US-2/US-41/M-35 | 46 mi | 55m |
| US 23 | 30.9 mi | 33m |
| US 2 | 25.2 mi | 31m |
| Eighth Avenue | 20.4 mi | 23m |
| I 275 | 18.6 mi | 19m |
| I 96 | 14.9 mi | 15m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 229.2 mi, about 3h 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Iron Mountain, MI and Taylor, MI.
1
Start on M 95
115 ft
·
6 sec
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East Ludington Street
2
Turn right onto US 2; US 141
1.9 mi
·
2 min
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South Stephenson Avenue
3
Continue on US 2; US 141
5.2 mi
·
5 min
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US-2/US-141
4
Continue on US 2
2.2 mi
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2 min
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Murray Road
5
Turn straight onto US 2
20 mi
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23 min
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Eighth Avenue
6
Continue on US 2; US 41
22 mi
·
27 min
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US 2; US 41
7
Turn left onto US 2; US 41; M 35
2.1 mi
·
3 min
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North Lincoln Road
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on US 2; US 41; M 35
46 mi
·
55 min
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US-2/US-41/M-35
9
Continue on US 2
88 mi
·
1 hr 44 min
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West Lakeshore Drive
10
Continue on US 2
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
US 2
11
Continue on US 2
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
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US-2 West
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward I 75 South: Mackinac Bridge
13
Merge onto I 75
94 mi
·
1 hr 37 min
·
I 75
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
124 mi
·
2 hr 7 min
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I 75
Toward I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23
11 mi
·
11 min
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I 75; US 23
16
Keep slight right at fork onto US 23
31 mi
·
33 min
·
US 23
Toward US 23: Ann Arbor
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
19
Merge onto I 96
15 mi
·
15 min
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I 96
Use the straight lane.
20
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 163
Toward I 96, I 275, M 5 North: Detroit, Toledo
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
29 sec
22
Continue on I 275; I 96
19 mi
·
19 min
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I 275; I 96
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 17
Toward I 94: Chicago, Detroit
Use the slight right lane.
24
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 94 East: Metro Airport, Detroit
Use the slight left lane.
25
Merge onto I 94
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Detroit Industrial Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 200
Toward Ecorse Road
Use the slight right lane.
27
Turn straight onto Ecorse Road
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Ecorse Road
28
Turn right onto Beech-Daly Road
321 ft
·
6 sec
·
Beech-Daly Road
29
Continue on South Beech Daly Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
South Beech Daly Road
30
Turn left onto Wick Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Wick Road
31
Arrive at destination
Wick Road
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 248.7 miles from Iron Mountain, MI, or about 4h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 229.2 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 109 miles or 2h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 248.7 miles or 4h 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 248.7 miles or 4h 49m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 8h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Taylor, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Iron Mountain, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Iron Mountain, MI
Aim for roughly 249 miles and 4.6 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Taylor, MI
Aim for roughly 249 miles and 4.6 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 109 miles from Iron Mountain, MI.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 229.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 248.7 mi from Iron Mountain, MI · 4h 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Overnight candidate
249 mi into the route
Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start
This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.
Find hotels in Otsego Lake, MIOvernight Options
Night 1
249 mi · about 4.6h in
A practical overnight split lands near Otsego Lake, MI after about 249 miles or 4.6 hours of driving.
Find hotelsPacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 109 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 248.7 miles from Iron Mountain, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 229.2 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 249 miles or 4.6 hours on the road.
Arriving in Taylor, MI
The final approach into Taylor, 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 Taylor, MI.
On a multi-day trip, keep the last day a little lighter so you reach Taylor, MI with some flexibility left in the schedule.
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
$75.53 one way
$151.07 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
174 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $83.27 | $166.54 |
| premium | $4.80 | $93.88 | $187.76 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $110.48 | $220.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$76
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$206–$316
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 174 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
EV Charging Along Route
41 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
Meijer - Tesla Supercharger
Gaylord, MI
Tesla
10 DCFC
Meijer - Tesla Supercharger
Swartz Creek, MI
Tesla
10 DCFC
Meijer - Tesla Supercharger
Escanaba, MI
Tesla
8 DCFC
Star Line Ferry - Tesla Supercharger
Mackinaw City, MI
Tesla
8 DCFC
Meijer - Tesla Supercharger
Bay City, MI
Tesla
8 DCFC
Mackinaw City, MI
Mackinaw City, MI
RIVIAN_ADVENTURE
6 DCFC
Grayling, MI
Grayling, MI
RIVIAN_ADVENTURE
6 DCFC
Saginaw, MI
Saginaw, MI
RIVIAN_ADVENTURE
6 DCFC
ChargePoint Network: 13
RED_E: 6
Tesla: 5
Blink Network: 3
RIVIAN_ADVENTURE: 3
EV Connect: 2
Electrify America: 2
FORD_CHARGE: 2
Non-Networked: 2
FCN: 1
SHELL_RECHARGE: 1
eVgo Network: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $52 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 149.2 | 1 | $52.22 | $23.87 |
| Efficient EV | 124.3 | 1 | $43.51 | $19.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 198.9 | 2 | $69.62 | $31.83 |
Gas CO2
174 kg
EV CO2
58 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Taylor, MI
Morning in Taylor on Monday
Local time
8:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
Time zone
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
17 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
9h 12m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Iron Mountain, MI to Taylor, MI covers 497.3 miles and takes about 9h 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, West Lakeshore Drive, US-2/US-41/M-35. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Yes. This route is usually more comfortable as a 2-day drive. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 249 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 248.7 miles from Iron Mountain, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $75.53 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 497.3 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 51.7 miles (US 2; US 41; M 35 / North Lincoln Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 468.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 487.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Iron Mountain, MI and Taylor, MI, road signs point toward Detroit, M 5 North: Detroit and Toledo.
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