Origin
Redford, MI
Night in Redford on Wednesday
Local time
11:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Redford, MI to Farmington Hills, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
19m
Distance
10 mi
16 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
★
6 AM
0h 20m
8 AM
0h 23m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 21m
3 PM
0h 21m
5 PM
0h 23m
8 PM
0h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Redford, MI
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Farmington Hills, MI
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Trip Overview
This short 10-mile drive from Redford, MI to Farmington Hills, MI will only take about 19 minutes, making it a perfect, quick local trip. With no highway driving, you'll stick to local roads like Grand River Avenue and Beech Daly Road. The estimated fuel cost is a budget-friendly $2, and since it's so brief, it's easily manageable as a single-day excursion. This route is ideal for a quick errand or a simple transition between two nearby Midwest locations within Michigan. You won't need an overnight stay for this one; it's a straightforward hop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
5 miles from Redford, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 10m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with no highway time at all. Your longest continuous stretch will be about 3.6 miles along Grand River Avenue, offering a consistent feel for a portion of the journey. You'll navigate primarily via Grand River Avenue, Beech Daly Road, and Farmington Road, giving you a good sense of the local street network. The character of the drive is consistently urban and local, without any significant changes in road type.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Grand River Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 3.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Schoolcraft Road.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 19m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Schoolcraft Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Beech Daly Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles (M 5 / Grand River Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Schoolcraft Road
Turn right onto Schoolcraft Road
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Beech Daly Road
Turn left onto Beech Daly Road
Navigation decision point
4
3.4 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
M 5 / Grand River Avenue
Turn right onto M 5 / Grand River Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
7 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
Orchard Lake Road
Turn right onto Orchard Lake Road
Navigation decision point
6
8 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
West 10 Mile Road
Turn left onto West 10 Mile Road
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.
On the drive from Redford, MI to Farmington Hills, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Farmington along the way.
Farmington
6.2 mi in
|
~12m
|
via Grand River Avenue
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Grand River Avenue | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Beech Daly Road | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| Farmington Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Orchard Lake Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| West 10 Mile Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Centralia Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Schoolcraft Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Grand River Avenue
— 3.6 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Redford, MI and Farmington Hills, MI.
1
Start on Centralia Avenue
446 ft
·
22 sec
·
Centralia Avenue
2
Turn right onto Schoolcraft Road
343 ft
·
16 sec
·
Schoolcraft Road
3
Turn left onto Beech Daly Road
3.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Beech Daly Road
4
Turn right onto M 5
237 ft
·
4 sec
·
Grand River Avenue
5
Continue on M 5
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Grand River Avenue
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on Grand River Avenue
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Grand River Avenue
Toward Grand River Avenue, Farmington
7
Turn right onto Orchard Lake Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Orchard Lake Road
8
Turn left onto West 10 Mile Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West 10 Mile Road
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto Farmington Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Farmington Road
10
Arrive at destination
Farmington Road
Trip Plan
Given the short 19-minute duration and 10-mile distance, you have a lot of flexibility with this trip. Leaving at off-peak times, like mid-morning or early afternoon, will help you avoid any potential local traffic congestion. With only $2 in estimated fuel cost, you won't need to worry too much about refueling stops. The longest stretch is 3.6 miles on Grand River Avenue, so keep an eye on your surroundings during that segment as it's the most significant portion of uninterrupted driving.
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 5 miles from Redford, MI, or about 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.6 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 10 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5 miles or 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Farmington Hills, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Redford, MI.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Redford, MI
This is one driving day of about 10 miles and 19m.
At 10 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Grand River Avenue for about 3.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5 mi from Redford, MI · 10m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5 miles from Redford, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Farmington Hills, MI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Farmington Hills, 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
$1.56 one way
$3.13 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.72 | $3.43 |
| premium | $4.89 | $1.92 | $3.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.21 | $4.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3 | 0 | $1.05 | $0.48 |
| Efficient EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.88 | $0.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4 | 0 | $1.40 | $0.64 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Farmington Hills, MI
Night in Farmington Hills on Wednesday
Local time
11:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°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
16 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
19m 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 Redford, MI to Farmington Hills, MI covers 10 miles and takes about 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Grand River Avenue, Beech Daly Road, Farmington Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5 miles from Redford, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.56 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 straightforward 19m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Schoolcraft Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Beech Daly Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.4 miles (M 5 / Grand River Avenue): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Redford, MI to Farmington Hills, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Farmington along the way.
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