Trip from Skidway Lake, MI to Dearborn, MI

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 1m

Distance

164 mi

264 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$26

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min

4 AM

2h 50m ★

6 AM

3h 2m

8 AM

3h 25m

10 AM

3h 10m

12 PM

3h 8m

3 PM

3h 11m

5 PM

3h 23m

8 PM

2h 55m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Skidway Lake, MI to Dearborn, MI covers 164 miles and takes about 3h 1m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 75, Edsel Ford Freeway, East Greenwood Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 148.2 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.64 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

82 miles from Skidway Lake, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 30m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 1m. Total distance: 164 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 3h 1m highway drive covering 164 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and Edsel Ford Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 148.2 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 14 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 148.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Edsel Ford Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.1 miles in.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 164 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 8.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 95.7 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 156.7 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 points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6

8.1 mi into trip | ~13m in

Take the exit toward I 75 South

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward I 75 South

6

95.7 mi into trip | ~1h 44m in | I 75

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

8

156.7 mi into trip | ~2h 50m in

Take the exit toward I 94: Port Huron, Chicago

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 53B Toward I 94: Port Huron, Chicago

8

157 mi into trip | ~2h 50m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 94 West: Chicago

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 94 West: Chicago

8

162.8 mi into trip | ~2h 59m in

Take the exit toward US 12: Michigan Avenue, Dearborn

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 210A Toward US 12: Michigan Avenue, Dearborn

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 75	148.2 mi	2h 36m
Edsel Ford Freeway	5.6 mi	7m
East Greenwood Road	4.8 mi	8m
Brock Road	1.4 mi	1m
South M-33	1 mi	1m
Alger Road	0.9 mi	1m
Michigan Avenue	0.8 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 75 — 148.2 mi, about 2h 36m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Skidway Lake, MI and Dearborn, MI.

1

Start on F-18

4.8 mi · 8 min · East Greenwood Road

2

Turn left onto M 33

1.0 mi · 1 min · South M-33

3

Continue on M 33

1.4 mi · 1 min · Brock Road

4

Continue on M 33

0.9 mi · 1 min · Alger Road

Use the straight / left lanes.

5

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 46 sec

Toward I 75 South

6

Merge onto I 75

76 mi · 1 hr 19 min · I 75

7

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23

11 mi · 11 min · I 75; US 23

8

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

61 mi · 1 hr 5 min · I 75

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

9

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec

Exit 53B Toward I 94: Port Huron, Chicago Use the slight right lane.

10

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 43 sec

Toward I 94 West: Chicago Use the slight right lane.

11

Merge onto I 94

5.6 mi · 7 min · Edsel Ford Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

12

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 56 sec

Exit 210A Toward US 12: Michigan Avenue, Dearborn Use the straight / slight right lanes.

13

At end of road, turn right onto US 12

0.8 mi · 1 min · Michigan Avenue

Use the right lane.

14

Arrive at destination

US 12

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 82 miles from Skidway Lake, MI, or about 1h 30m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 148.2 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 36 miles or 42m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 82 miles or 1h 30m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 26m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dearborn, MI than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Skidway Lake, 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 Skidway Lake, MI

This is one driving day of about 164 miles and 3h 1m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Skidway Lake, 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 148.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 82 mi from Skidway Lake, MI · 1h 30m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Holly, MI

82 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

Worth, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Flint, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 82 miles from Skidway Lake, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 148.2 miles.

Arriving in Dearborn, MI

The final approach into Dearborn, 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 Dearborn, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Cafe Immortelle

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Troy, Michigan

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 140.5

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+12482509858

Visit website

Top Coffee Stop

Haraz Coffee House

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Dearborn, Michigan

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 164

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+13134299888

Visit website

Qahwah House Coffee - East Dearborn

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Dearborn, Michigan

1.2 mi

Cafe Immortelle

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 140.5

Troy, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+12482509858

Visit website

Stardust Entertainment Center

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 58.6

Saginaw, Michigan

Hours: 12–11 pm

+19897936300

Visit website

Haraz Coffee House

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 164

Dearborn, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+13134299888

Visit website

Qahwah House Coffee - East Dearborn

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 164

Dearborn, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+13139084521

Visit website

Qahwah House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 164

Dearborn, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+13134278944

Visit website

Jabal Coffee House

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 164

Dearborn, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–12 pm

+13135137548

Visit website

In Harmony Café Sweets & More

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour Inexpensiv mile 152.3

Detroit, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+15863076450

Visit website

Black Box Coffee Shop and Art

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 164

Dearborn, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

Visit website

Fireside Coffee Co

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 93.7

Swartz Creek, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+18106359196

Visit website

Qazzaz Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 164

Allen Park, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+13136331990

Visit website

Sky Zone Trampoline Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 93.7

Flint, Michigan

Hours: 12–8 pm

+18104078972

Visit website

Troy Historic Village

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 140.5

Troy, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+12485243570

Visit website

Flint Children's Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 93.7

Flint, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+18107675437

Visit website

The Fifth Wall Escape Rooms

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 152.3

Ferndale, Michigan

Hours: 3–10 pm

+12482914305

Visit website

Painting with a Twist

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 152.3

Ferndale, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+12488507182

Visit website

Hamtramck Disneyland

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 152.3

Hamtramck, Michigan

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13133465465

Visit website

Sloan Museum of Discovery

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 93.7

Flint, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+18102373450

Visit website

Independence Oaks County Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 117.1

Village of Clarkston, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–7:30 pm

+12486250877

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$25.64 one way

$51.28 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 57 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$28.15	$56.30
premium	$4.89	$31.56	$63.12
diesel	$5.61	$36.21	$72.42

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$26

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$51–$76

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 57.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	49.2	$17.22	$7.87
Efficient EV	41	$14.35	$6.56
EV Truck/SUV	65.6	$22.96	$10.50

Gas CO2

57 kg

EV CO2

19 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Skidway Lake, MI

Morning in Skidway Lake on Saturday

Local time

11:40 AM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Dearborn, MI

Morning in Dearborn on Saturday

Local time

11:40 AM

EDT

Current temp

61°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

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

3h 1m 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 Skidway Lake, MI to Dearborn, MI covers 164 miles and takes about 3h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 75, Edsel Ford Freeway, East Greenwood Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 82 miles from Skidway Lake, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.64 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 is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 164 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

The main spots that need attention: at 8.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 95.7 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 156.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

The route from Skidway Lake, MI to Dearborn, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Dearborn, MI

Nearby Places

Cafe Immortelle

Haraz Coffee House

Cafe Immortelle

Stardust Entertainment Center

Haraz Coffee House

Qahwah House Coffee - East Dearborn

Qahwah House

Jabal Coffee House

In Harmony Café Sweets & More

Black Box Coffee Shop and Art

Fireside Coffee Co

Qazzaz Coffee

Sky Zone Trampoline Park

Troy Historic Village

Flint Children's Museum

The Fifth Wall Escape Rooms

Painting with a Twist

Hamtramck Disneyland

Sloan Museum of Discovery

Independence Oaks County Park

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Skidway Lake, MI

Dearborn, MI

Same local time

1 degrees cooler at arrival

3h 1m on the road

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