Origin
Jerome, MI
Evening in Jerome on Thursday
Local time
7:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jerome, MI to Dearborn, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 43m
Distance
77.8 mi
125 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 36m
★
6 AM
1h 44m
8 AM
1h 59m
10 AM
1h 49m
12 PM
1h 48m
3 PM
1h 50m
5 PM
1h 59m
8 PM
1h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jerome, MI
Gera Cejas
Dearborn, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Jerome, MI to Dearborn, MI covers 77.8 miles and takes about 1h 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 12, I 94, US-12 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 32.4 miles on US 12. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.16 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.
Midpoint
38.9 miles from Jerome, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 43m. Total distance: 77.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 43m highway drive covering 77.8 miles, with most of the trip on US 12 and I 94. The longest continuous stretch is about 32.4 miles on US 12.
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.
US 12 is the longest continuous segment at about 32.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 12 and I 94. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 47.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 77.8 miles you will encounter 12 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 47.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 75.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
47.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Take the exit toward I 94: Detroit, Chicago
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 94: Detroit, Chicago
8
47.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 94 BL East: Detroit, Airports
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 94 BL East: Detroit, Airports
8
75.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 38m in
Take the exit toward Greenfield Road, Schaefer Road
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 208
Toward Greenfield Road, Schaefer Road
8
75.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 39m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Schaefer Road, Butler Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Schaefer Road, Butler Road
6
77.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 43m in
|
US 12 / Michigan Avenue
Turn left onto US 12 / Michigan Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Jerome, MI and Dearborn, MI, road signs point toward Chicago and Airports.
Chicago
47.2 mi in
|
~1h 7m
Airports
47.3 mi in
|
~1h 8m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 12 | 32.4 mi | 46m |
| I 94 | 27.3 mi | 29m |
| US-12 | 5.9 mi | 8m |
| East Chicago Road | 5.8 mi | 6m |
| Jerome Road North | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Schaefer Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| US 23 | 0.9 mi | <1m |
| Butler Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 12
— 32.4 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jerome, MI and Dearborn, MI.
1
Start on Jerome Road North
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Jerome Road North
2
Turn right onto US 12
5.8 mi
·
6 min
·
East Chicago Road
3
Continue on US 12
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
US-12
4
Continue on US 12
32 mi
·
46 min
·
US 12
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
6
Merge onto US 23
0.9 mi
·
57 sec
·
US 23
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 94: Detroit, Chicago
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 94 BL East: Detroit, Airports
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 94
27 mi
·
29 min
·
I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 208
Toward Greenfield Road, Schaefer Road
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward Schaefer Road
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward Schaefer Road, Butler Road
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn left onto Butler Road
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Butler Road
14
At end of road, turn left onto Schaefer Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Schaefer Road
15
Turn left onto US 12
79 ft
·
1 sec
·
Michigan Avenue
Use the left lane.
16
Arrive at destination
US 12
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 38.9 miles from Jerome, MI, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.4 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 17 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.9 miles or 56m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dearborn, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Jerome, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Jerome, MI
This is one driving day of about 77.8 miles and 1h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Jerome, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 12 for about 32.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.9 mi from Jerome, MI · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.9 miles from Jerome, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Dearborn, MI
The final approach into Dearborn, 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
$12.16 one way
$24.33 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.35 | $26.71 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.97 | $29.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.18 | $34.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.17 | $3.73 |
| Efficient EV | 19.5 | 0 | $6.81 | $3.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 31.1 | 0 | $10.89 | $4.98 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Dearborn, MI
Evening in Dearborn on Thursday
Local time
7:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
WSW 13 mph
63% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 2:52PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued April 16 at 1:53PM EDT until April 17 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
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
12 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
1h 43m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Jerome, MI to Dearborn, MI covers 77.8 miles and takes about 1h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 12, I 94, US-12. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38.9 miles from Jerome, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.16 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 77.8 miles you will encounter 12 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 47.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 75.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Jerome, MI and Dearborn, MI, road signs point toward Chicago and Airports.
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