Origin
Richfield Center, MI
Late night in Richfield Center on Thursday
Local time
12:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Richfield Center, MI to Burton, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
19m
Distance
11.2 mi
18 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 20m
3 PM
0h 21m
5 PM
0h 23m
8 PM
0h 18m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Richfield Center, MI
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Burton, MI
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Trip Overview
This short, 11.2-mile drive between Richfield Center and Burton, Michigan, will take you about 19 minutes to complete. It's a perfect example of a turn-heavy local journey, with no highway driving involved. Given its brief duration and low estimated fuel cost of just $2, this route is ideal for a single-day trip. You'll be staying within the Midwest region for the entirety of this short hop. Consider this a quick and easy connection rather than a destination in itself.
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
5.6 miles from Richfield Center, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a route defined by frequent turns, characteristic of local driving. With 0% highway share, you'll be navigating surface streets for the entire 11.2 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 5.4 miles along North State Road. This drive is primarily composed of local roads, including North State Road, Lapeer Road, and South Genesee Road, suggesting a journey through more developed or residential areas rather than open countryside.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North State Road is the longest continuous segment at about 5.4 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 5.4 miles in near Lapeer 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 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.4 miles (Lapeer Road): Navigation decision point; at 10.4 miles (South Genesee Road): Navigation decision point; at 10.8 miles (Lippincott Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
3
5.4 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
Lapeer Road
Turn right onto Lapeer Road
Navigation decision point
3
10.4 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
South Genesee Road
Turn left onto South Genesee Road
Navigation decision point
4
10.8 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
Lippincott Boulevard
Turn right onto Lippincott Boulevard
Navigation decision point
4
10.9 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
Amy Street
Turn left onto Amy Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North State Road | 5.4 mi | 8m |
| Lapeer Road | 5 mi | 8m |
| South Genesee Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Amy Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Lippincott Boulevard | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North State Road
— 5.4 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richfield Center, MI and Burton, MI.
1
Start on M 15
5.4 mi
·
8 min
·
North State Road
2
Turn right onto Lapeer Road
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Lapeer Road
3
Turn left onto South Genesee Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Genesee Road
4
Turn right onto Lippincott Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Lippincott Boulevard
5
Turn left onto Amy Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Amy Street
6
Arrive at destination
Amy Street
Trip Plan
This is a very short trip, so flexibility is key. Aim to leave when traffic is lightest, likely mid-morning or early afternoon, to maximize your travel time and minimize potential delays. Since the total duration is only 19 minutes and the estimated fuel cost is a low $2, you won't need to worry about extensive fuel stops. Keep an eye on your navigation system as you'll be making several turns, particularly on Lapeer Road and South Genesee Road, to stay on track to Burton.
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 5.6 miles from Richfield Center, MI, or about 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 5.4 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 11 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.6 miles or 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Burton, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Richfield Center, MI.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Richfield Center, MI
This is one driving day of about 11.2 miles and 19m.
At 11.2 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on North State Road for about 5.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.6 mi from Richfield Center, MI · 8m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.6 miles from Richfield Center, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Burton, MI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Burton, 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
$1.75 one way
$3.50 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.92 | $3.85 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.16 | $4.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.47 | $4.95 |
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: 3.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.18 | $0.54 |
| Efficient EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.98 | $0.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.57 | $0.72 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Burton, MI
Late night in Burton on Thursday
Local time
12:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
4 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 Richfield Center, MI to Burton, MI covers 11.2 miles and takes about 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North State Road, Lapeer Road, South Genesee Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.6 miles from Richfield Center, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.75 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 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.4 miles (Lapeer Road): Navigation decision point; at 10.4 miles (South Genesee Road): Navigation decision point; at 10.8 miles (Lippincott Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
The route from Richfield Center, MI to Burton, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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