Origin
London, MI
Evening in London on Friday
Local time
6:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from London, MI to Detroit, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
55m
Distance
53.3 mi
86 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
London, MI
Josh Withers
Trip Overview
If you are looking to get from London to Detroit, this 53.3-mile trip offers a straightforward, local-focused journey through the Michigan Midwest. Expect to spend about 55 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $8, it is a cost-effective way to transition between these two points. Since there are no mandatory stops, you have the flexibility to head straight to your destination without interruptions. This drive is best suited for those who prefer local roads over the typical interstate experience, providing a practical alternative for your travel needs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 53.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m 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
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that prioritizes backroads over high-speed transit. You will navigate primarily via Tuttlehill Road, Oakville Waltz Road, and Will Carleton Road, as this route maintains a zero-percent highway share throughout the 53.3-mile journey. Unlike a standard interstate grind, this path keeps you off major freeways, resulting in a more hands-on driving experience. The character of the road is consistent, favoring smaller, winding paths that require your full attention. It is a functional, no-frills route that keeps you moving through the Michigan landscape without the monotony of heavy highway traffic.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Tuttlehill Road 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 London, MI to Detroit, MI is easy. At 55m 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 London, MI to Detroit, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Tuttlehill Road | — | — |
| Oakville Waltz Road | — | — |
| Will Carleton Road | — | — |
| Telegraph Road | — | — |
| Dix-Toledo Highway | — | — |
| I 75 North | — | — |
| Detroit-Toledo Expressway | — | — |
| Fisher Freeway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Tuttlehill Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between London, MI and Detroit, MI.
1
Start on Ostrander Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Ostrander Road
2
Turn left onto Tuttlehill Road
4.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Tuttlehill Road
3
Turn right onto Oakville Waltz Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Oakville Waltz Road
4
Continue on Oakville Waltz Road
6.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Oakville Waltz Road
5
Keep slight left to continue on Oakville Waltz Road
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Oakville Waltz Road
6
Continue on Will Carleton Road
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Will Carleton Road
7
At the end of the road, turn left onto Telegraph Road
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Telegraph Road
8
Turn right onto Dix-Toledo Highway
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Dix-Toledo Highway
9
Take the ramp left toward I 75 North: Detroit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
I 75 North: Detroit
10
Merge slight left onto Detroit-Toledo Expressway
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Detroit-Toledo Expressway
11
Continue on Fisher Freeway
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Fisher Freeway
12
Keep slight left to continue on Fisher Freeway
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Fisher Freeway
13
Take the exit slight right toward Grand River Avenue
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Grand River Avenue
14
Continue on Fisher Drive West
443 ft
·
17 sec
·
Fisher Drive West
15
Turn right onto Grand River Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Grand River Avenue
16
Turn right onto Griswold Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Griswold Street
17
Turn left onto Michigan Avenue
341 ft
·
16 sec
·
Michigan Avenue
18
Turn right onto Woodward Avenue
180 ft
·
7 sec
·
Woodward Avenue
19
Continue on Woodward Avenue
125 ft
·
9 sec
·
Woodward Avenue
20
Continue on Woodward Avenue
230 ft
·
14 sec
·
Woodward Avenue
21
Turn right onto Cadillac Square
128 ft
·
4 sec
·
Cadillac Square
22
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.7 mi from London, MI · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.7 miles from London, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Detroit, MI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Detroit, MI if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.33 one way
$16.67 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.15 | $18.30 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.26 | $20.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.77 | $23.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16 | 0 | $5.60 | $2.56 |
| Efficient EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.66 | $2.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.46 | $3.41 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Detroit, MI
Evening in Detroit on Friday
Local time
6:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
1 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
55m 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 London, MI to Detroit, MI covers 53.3 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Tuttlehill Road, Oakville Waltz Road, Will Carleton Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.7 miles from London, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.33 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 London, MI to Detroit, MI is easy. At 55m 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 London, MI to Detroit, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from London, MI to Detroit, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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