Origin
Rochester Hills, MI
Morning in Rochester Hills on Wednesday
Local time
8:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rochester Hills, MI to Lodi, MI
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Drive Time
3h 55m
Distance
211.4 mi
340 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 43m
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6 AM
3h 56m
8 AM
4h 22m
10 AM
4h 5m
12 PM
4h 2m
3 PM
4h 6m
5 PM
4h 20m
8 PM
3h 48m
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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Lodi, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Rochester Hills, MI to Lodi, MI covers 211.4 miles and takes about 3h 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, M 72, M-66 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 175.3 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $33.05 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
105.7 miles from Rochester Hills, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 55m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 3h 55m highway drive covering 211.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and M 72. The longest continuous stretch is about 175.3 miles on I 75.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 175.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and M 72. You will hit about 15 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
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 211.4 miles you will encounter 15 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 0.3 miles (South Livernois Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (West Hamlin Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Downhill Lane
At end of road, turn right onto Downhill Lane
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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South Livernois Road
Turn left onto South Livernois Road
Navigation decision point
5
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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West Hamlin Road
Enter roundabout onto West Hamlin Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
2 mi into trip
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~4m in
Take the ramp toward M 59 West: Pontiac
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward M 59 West: Pontiac
7
5.2 mi into trip
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~8m in
Take the exit toward I 75 North: Flint
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 40B
Toward I 75 North: Flint
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Rochester Hills, MI and Lodi, MI, road signs point toward M 72: Downtown Grayling and Traverse City.
M 72: Downtown Grayling
181.1 mi in
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~3h 11m
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via BL I 75
Traverse City
181.1 mi in
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~3h 11m
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via BL I 75
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 175.3 mi | 3h 1m |
| M 72 | 23.6 mi | 32m |
| M-66 | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| M 59 | 2.6 mi | 2m |
| BL I 75 | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| West Hamlin Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Crooks Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Livernois Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 175.3 mi, about 3h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rochester Hills, MI and Lodi, 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
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Downhill Lane
3
Turn right onto Dressler Lane
196 ft
·
14 sec
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Dressler Lane
4
Turn left onto South Livernois Road
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
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South Livernois Road
5
Enter roundabout onto West Hamlin Road
17 ft
·
0 sec
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West Hamlin Road
6
Continue on West Hamlin Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
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West Hamlin Road
7
Turn left onto Crooks Road
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
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Crooks Road
8
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward M 59 West: Pontiac
Use the right lane.
9
Merge onto M 59
2.6 mi
·
2 min
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M 59
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 40B
Toward I 75 North: Flint
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 75
33 mi
·
35 min
·
I 75
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
52 mi
·
56 min
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I 75
Toward I 75: Saginaw
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23
63 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
I 75; US 23
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
27 mi
·
27 min
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I 75
15
Take the exit onto BL I 75
1.8 mi
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4 min
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BL I 75
Toward I 75 Business Loop, M 72: Downtown Grayling, Traverse City
16
Turn left onto M 72; M 93
24 mi
·
32 min
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M 72; M 93
17
Turn left onto M 66
5.1 mi
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7 min
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M-66
18
Arrive at destination
M 66
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 105.7 miles from Rochester Hills, MI, or about 1h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 175.3 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 80 miles or 1h 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 105.7 miles or 1h 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lodi, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Rochester Hills, 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 Rochester Hills, MI
This is one driving day of about 211.4 miles and 3h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Rochester Hills, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 175.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 105.7 mi from Rochester Hills, MI · 1h 55m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
106 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 105.7 miles from Rochester Hills, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 175.3 miles.
Arriving in Lodi, MI
The final approach into Lodi, 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 Lodi, MI.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.05 one way
$66.10 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
74 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $36.29 | $72.58 |
| premium | $4.89 | $40.68 | $81.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $46.67 | $93.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 63.4 | 0 | $22.20 | $10.15 |
| Efficient EV | 52.9 | 0 | $18.50 | $8.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 84.6 | 1 | $29.60 | $13.53 |
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (66% 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
Lodi, MI
Morning in Lodi on Wednesday
Local time
8:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
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
3h 55m 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 Lodi, MI covers 211.4 miles and takes about 3h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, M 72, M-66. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 105.7 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 $33.05 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 211.4 miles you will encounter 15 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 0.3 miles (South Livernois Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (West Hamlin Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Between Rochester Hills, MI and Lodi, MI, road signs point toward M 72: Downtown Grayling and Traverse City.
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