Origin
Petersburg, MI
Night in Petersburg on Wednesday
Local time
11:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Petersburg, MI to Detroit, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
62.9 mi
101 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 15m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 14m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Petersburg, MI
Sun452
Trip Overview
This 62.9-mile drive from Petersburg to Detroit, Michigan, is easily manageable within a single day, taking approximately 1 hour and 4 minutes to complete. With a modest fuel cost of around $10, this route offers a straightforward journey through the Midwest. The drive primarily utilizes local roads like East Center Street and Division Street, indicating a more connected-to-the-landscape experience rather than a high-speed highway sprint. Given its short duration and lack of complex navigation, it's a perfect candidate for a quick, efficient trip without the need for an overnight stay.
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
31.4 miles from Petersburg, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 32m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with no highway miles contributing to the total 62.9-mile distance. Your journey will follow main roads such as Ida West Road, suggesting a more intimate experience with the towns and countryside you pass through. The absence of highway travel means you'll likely encounter more varied speed limits and potentially more traffic signals compared to an interstate journey. This profile suggests a drive where you're more engaged with the immediate surroundings, rather than covering long distances quickly.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Center Street 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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Petersburg, MI to Detroit, MI is easy. At 1h 4m 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 Petersburg, MI to Detroit, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Center Street | — | — |
| Division Street | — | — |
| Ida West Road | — | — |
| US 23 North | — | — |
| I 94 | — | — |
| M 10 South | — | — |
| John C Lodge Freeway | — | — |
| Larned Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Center Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Petersburg, MI and Detroit, MI.
1
Start on Saline Street
26 ft
·
6 sec
·
Saline Street
2
Turn left onto East Center Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
East Center Street
3
Turn left onto Division Street
400 ft
·
8 sec
·
Division Street
4
Continue on Ida West Road
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Ida West Road
5
Take the ramp left toward US 23 North: Ann Arbor
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
US 23 North: Ann Arbor
6
Merge slight left
22 mi
·
23 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 94: Detroit, Chicago
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
I 94: Detroit, Chicago
8
Keep slight right to continue on I 94 BL East: Detroit, Airports
0.6 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 94 BL East: Detroit, Airports
9
Merge slight left
35 mi
·
38 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward M 10 South: Downtown, Detroit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
M 10 South: Downtown, Detroit
11
Merge slight left onto John C Lodge Freeway
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
John C Lodge Freeway
12
Take the exit slight left toward Larned Street, Downtown
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Larned Street, Downtown
13
Continue on West Larned Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
West Larned Street
14
Turn left onto Woodward Avenue
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Woodward Avenue
15
Turn right onto Cadillac Square
128 ft
·
4 sec
·
Cadillac Square
16
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
For this 1-hour, 62.9-mile trip, flexibility is your biggest advantage. There are no designated stops recommended, and with a fuel cost estimated at just $10, you won't need to worry excessively about finding gas stations. Leaving Petersburg, MI, at a time that avoids local rush hours will make your drive smoother, especially given the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile. Pay attention to posted speed limits as you navigate through local roads; these are often more strictly enforced than on highways. Enjoy the straightforward journey without the pressure of extensive planning.
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 31.4 miles from Petersburg, MI, or about 32m into the drive.
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 14 miles or 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.4 miles or 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Detroit, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Petersburg, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Petersburg, MI
This is one driving day of about 62.9 miles and 1h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Petersburg, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.4 mi from Petersburg, MI · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.4 miles from Petersburg, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Detroit, MI
The final approach into Detroit, 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
$9.83 one way
$19.67 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.80 | $21.59 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.10 | $24.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.89 | $27.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.60 | $3.02 |
| Efficient EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.50 | $2.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.2 | 0 | $8.81 | $4.03 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Night in Detroit on Wednesday
Local time
11:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Denton, MI
31 mi in
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
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
1h 4m 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 Petersburg, MI to Detroit, MI covers 62.9 miles and takes about 1h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Center Street, Division Street, Ida West Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.4 miles from Petersburg, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.83 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 Petersburg, MI to Detroit, MI is easy. At 1h 4m 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 Petersburg, MI to Detroit, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Petersburg, MI to Detroit, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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