Origin
Port Huron, MI
Night in Port Huron on Tuesday
Local time
10:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Port Huron, MI to Southfield, MI
Data updated 38 minutes ago
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
60.3 mi
97 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
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6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Port Huron, MI
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Southfield, MI
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 60.3-mile drive from Port Huron to Southfield, Michigan, takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes to complete. It's an ideal day trip, requiring no overnight stays, and is primarily highway-focused. Expect to spend around $9 on fuel for this journey. The route stays within the Midwest region, offering a consistent driving experience as you travel southwest. Given its relatively short distance and duration, this trip is perfect for a quick visit or a commute, allowing for a flexible schedule.
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
30.2 miles from Port Huron, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 35m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The majority of this trip, 85% to be exact, is spent on the highway. You'll navigate on I-94 and the Walter P Reuther Freeway, which are designed for efficient travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 36.8 miles on I-94, meaning minimal interruptions. This highway-focused profile suggests a consistent pace for most of your journey, with Electric Avenue offering a brief change in scenery as you approach your destination. Expect a smooth, direct drive without many winding roads or significant elevation changes.
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.
I 94 is the longest continuous segment at about 36.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and Walter P Reuther Freeway. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Union Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 60.3 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (Union Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 43.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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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Union Street
Turn left onto Union Street
Navigation decision point
5
6.4 mi into trip
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~10m in
Take the ramp toward I 94 West: Detroit
Navigation decision point
Toward I 94 West: Detroit
8
43.5 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the exit toward I 696 West: Lansing, 11 Mile Road
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 229
Toward I 696 West: Lansing, 11 Mile Road
7
43.8 mi into trip
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~50m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 696 West: Lansing
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 696 West: Lansing
7
58.7 mi into trip
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~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward Greenfield Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 13
Toward Greenfield Road
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 36.8 mi | 39m |
| Walter P Reuther Freeway | 14.6 mi | 15m |
| Electric Avenue | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Gratiot Boulevard | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| West 10 Mile Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Military Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Gratiot Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Greenfield Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 36.8 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Port Huron, MI and Southfield, MI.
1
Start on this road
84 ft
·
11 sec
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this road
2
Turn left onto Union Street
155 ft
·
9 sec
·
Union Street
3
Turn right onto I 69 BL; I 94 BL
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Military Street
4
Continue on I 94 BL
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Electric Avenue
5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 94 BL
2.3 mi
·
3 min
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Gratiot Boulevard
6
Continue on I 94 BL
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
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Gratiot Avenue
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 94 West: Detroit
8
Merge onto I 94
37 mi
·
39 min
·
I 94
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 229
Toward I 696 West: Lansing, 11 Mile Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 696 West: Lansing
Use the slight right lane.
11
Continue on I 696
15 mi
·
15 min
·
Walter P Reuther Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 13
Toward Greenfield Road
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn left onto Greenfield Road
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Greenfield Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
14
Turn right onto West 10 Mile Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West 10 Mile Road
15
Arrive at destination
West 10 Mile Road
Trip Plan
For this 1-hour, 10-minute drive, leaving early in the morning can help you avoid potential traffic, especially as you get closer to Southfield. With only 60.3 miles to cover and no recommended stops, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. The estimated fuel cost is just $9, so you won't need to worry about frequent refueling. As you transition from I-94 to the Walter P Reuther Freeway, pay close attention to signage for Southfield to ensure you take the correct exit. This direct route makes it easy to manage your time effectively.
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 30.2 miles from Port Huron, MI, or about 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.8 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 60.3 miles or 1h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 30.2 miles or 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Southfield, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Port Huron, 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 Port Huron, MI
This is one driving day of about 60.3 miles and 1h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Port Huron, 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 I 94 for about 36.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 30.2 mi from Port Huron, MI · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 60.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.2 miles from Port Huron, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Southfield, MI
The final approach into Southfield, 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 Southfield, 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
$9.43 one way
$18.85 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.35 | $20.70 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.60 | $23.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.31 | $26.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.33 | $2.89 |
| Efficient EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.28 | $2.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.1 | 0 | $8.44 | $3.86 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Southfield, MI
Night in Southfield on Tuesday
Local time
10:45 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
3 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 10m 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 Port Huron, MI to Southfield, MI covers 60.3 miles and takes about 1h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 94, Walter P Reuther Freeway, Electric Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 30.2 miles from Port Huron, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.43 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 60.3 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (Union Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 43.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Port Huron, MI to Southfield, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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