Origin
Rochester Hills, MI
Evening in Rochester Hills on Wednesday
Local time
7:18 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rochester Hills, MI to Auburn Hills, MI
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
14m
Distance
6.8 mi
11 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 13m
★
6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 17m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rochester Hills, MI
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Auburn Hills, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Rochester Hills, MI to Auburn Hills, MI covers 6.8 miles and takes about 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West Avon Road, Walton Boulevard, South Adams Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 2 miles on West Avon Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.06 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
3.4 miles from Rochester Hills, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 14m drive with frequent turns across 6.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West Avon Road is the longest continuous segment at about 2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Downhill Lane.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 6.8 miles you will encounter 9 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: at 0.2 miles (Downhill Lane): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (West Avon Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles (South Adams Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Downhill Lane
At end of road, turn right onto Downhill Lane
Navigation decision point
5
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
West Avon Road
Turn left onto West Avon Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
South Adams Road
At end of road, turn right onto South Adams Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
4.2 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
Walton Boulevard
At end of road, turn uturn onto Walton Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
6.1 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
Dexter Road
Turn right onto Dexter Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West Avon Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Walton Boulevard | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| South Adams Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| South Livernois Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Dexter Road | 0.6 mi | 2m |
| Dickson Lane | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Shimmons Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Downhill Lane | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
West Avon Road
— 2 mi, about 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rochester Hills, MI and Auburn Hills, MI.
1
Start on Dickson Lane
0.2 mi
·
53 sec
·
Dickson Lane
2
At end of road, turn right onto Downhill Lane
378 ft
·
18 sec
·
Downhill Lane
3
Turn right onto Dressler Lane
196 ft
·
10 sec
·
Dressler Lane
4
Turn right onto South Livernois Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Livernois Road
5
Turn left onto West Avon Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
West Avon Road
Use the left lane.
6
At end of road, turn right onto South Adams Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
South Adams Road
Use the right lane.
7
Turn right
195 ft
·
15 sec
8
At end of road, turn uturn onto Walton Boulevard
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Walton Boulevard
Use the right lane.
9
Turn right onto Dexter Road
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Dexter Road
Use the right lane.
10
Turn left onto Shimmons Road
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Shimmons Road
11
Arrive at destination
Shimmons Road
Trip Plan
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 3.4 miles from Rochester Hills, MI, or about 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 2 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 6.8 miles or 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.4 miles or 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Auburn Hills, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Rochester Hills, MI.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Rochester Hills, MI
This is one driving day of about 6.8 miles and 14m.
At 6.8 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on West Avon Road for about 2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.4 mi from Rochester Hills, MI · 6m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 6.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 3.4 miles from Rochester Hills, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Auburn Hills, MI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Auburn 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
$1.06 one way
$2.13 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.17 | $2.33 |
| premium | $4.89 | $1.31 | $2.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.50 | $3.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2 | 0 | $0.71 | $0.33 |
| Efficient EV | 1.7 | 0 | $0.60 | $0.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.95 | $0.44 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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
Auburn Hills, MI
Evening in Auburn Hills on Wednesday
Local time
7:18 PM
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
1 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
14m 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 Rochester Hills, MI to Auburn Hills, MI covers 6.8 miles and takes about 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West Avon Road, Walton Boulevard, South Adams Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.4 miles from Rochester Hills, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.06 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 6.8 miles you will encounter 9 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: at 0.2 miles (Downhill Lane): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (West Avon Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles (South Adams Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Rochester Hills, MI to Auburn Hills, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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