Origin
Mount Clemens, MI
Evening in Mount Clemens on Sunday
Local time
6:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mount Clemens, MI to Taylor, MI
Drive Time
50m
Distance
38.6 mi
62 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
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6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
0h 59m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 48m
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
Spanning 38.6 miles across the Midwest, this route from Mount Clemens to Taylor is a straightforward trip that typically takes about 50 minutes. Because of the quick transit time, it is perfect for a single-day excursion and doesn't require any overnight stops. You can expect to spend roughly $6 on fuel for the entire journey, making it a very cost-effective way to get across the region. Since both cities are located within Michigan, you will remain in the same state throughout the drive. This trip is designed for efficiency, prioritizing direct highway travel over scenic detours to get you to your destination quickly.
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
19.3 miles from Mount Clemens, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a focused, highway-heavy experience as you traverse this 38.6-mile path. With 90% of the drive occurring on major expressways, you will spend most of your time on the Edsel Ford Freeway, the Detroit Industrial Expressway, and the Ford Freeway. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 21.1 miles along the Edsel Ford Freeway, which keeps the pace consistent and moving. Because this is a highway-focused drive, the journey feels more like an efficient commute than a leisurely scenic tour. Prepare for a steady flow of traffic as you transition across these major regional arteries.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Edsel Ford Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 21.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Edsel Ford Freeway and Detroit Industrial Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Cass Avenue.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 38.6 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: near the start (Cass Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (M 3 / North Gratiot Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Cass Avenue
Turn left onto Cass Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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M 3 / North Gratiot Avenue
Turn left onto M 3 / North Gratiot Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
1.3 mi into trip
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~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 94 West: Detroit
Navigation decision point
Toward I 94 West: Detroit
7
36.3 mi into trip
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~46m in
Take the exit toward US 24: Telegraph Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 202
Toward US 24: Telegraph Road
8
36.7 mi into trip
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~46m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 24 South: Telegraph Road, Taylor
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 24 South: Telegraph Road, Taylor
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Edsel Ford Freeway | 21.1 mi | 27m |
| Detroit Industrial Expressway | 7.5 mi | 8m |
| Ford Freeway | 6.2 mi | 6m |
| Telegraph Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| North River Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| North Gratiot Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Wick Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Cass Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Edsel Ford Freeway
— 21.1 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Clemens, MI and Taylor, MI.
1
Start on North Main Street
185 ft
·
12 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Turn left onto Cass Avenue
225 ft
·
12 sec
·
Cass Avenue
3
Turn left onto M 3
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
North Gratiot Avenue
Use the none lane.
4
Turn straight onto North River Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North River Road
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 94 West: Detroit
6
Merge onto I 94
6.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Ford Freeway
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on I 94
21 mi
·
27 min
·
Edsel Ford Freeway
Use the none lane.
8
Continue on I 94
7.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Detroit Industrial Expressway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 202
Toward US 24: Telegraph Road
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward US 24 South: Telegraph Road, Taylor
Use the slight left lane.
11
Merge onto US 24
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Telegraph Road
Use the none lane.
12
Turn right
142 ft
·
12 sec
13
Turn right
102 ft
·
9 sec
14
Turn right onto Wick Road
227 ft
·
7 sec
·
Wick Road
15
Arrive at destination
Wick Road
Trip Plan
Given the short 50-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility when planning your departure time. Since the entire trip covers less than 40 miles and requires zero planned stops, you can easily fit this into a busy schedule without needing to worry about rest breaks. Budgeting about $6 for fuel should comfortably cover your needs for the round trip. A helpful tip for this specific route is to monitor traffic reports for the Edsel Ford Freeway and the Detroit Industrial Expressway before you head out, as these major thoroughfares can experience varying congestion levels. Staying aware of these highway conditions will ensure your transit remains as efficient as possible.
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 19.3 miles from Mount Clemens, MI, or about 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.1 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 38.6 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 19.3 miles or 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 42m
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 Mount Clemens, 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 Mount Clemens, MI
This is one driving day of about 38.6 miles and 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Mount Clemens, 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 Edsel Ford Freeway for about 21.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.3 mi from Mount Clemens, MI · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.3 miles from Mount Clemens, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.86 one way
$11.73 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $6.46 | $12.93 |
| premium | $4.80 | $7.29 | $14.57 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.58 | $17.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.05 | $1.85 |
| Efficient EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.38 | $1.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.40 | $2.47 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Taylor, MI
Evening in Taylor on Sunday
Local time
6:49 PM
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.
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
50m 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 Mount Clemens, MI to Taylor, MI covers 38.6 miles and takes about 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Edsel Ford Freeway, Detroit Industrial Expressway, Ford 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 19.3 miles from Mount Clemens, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.86 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 10 significant decision points across 38.6 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: near the start (Cass Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (M 3 / North Gratiot Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Mount Clemens, MI to Taylor, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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