Origin
Southfield, MI
Evening in Southfield on Wednesday
Local time
7:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Southfield, MI to Burton, MI
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
56.9 mi
92 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Southfield, MI
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Burton, MI
BREAKS OUT
Trip Overview
The drive from Southfield, MI to Burton, MI covers 56.9 miles and takes about 1h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Walter P. Chrysler Freeway, Telegraph Road, South Dort Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 32.7 miles on Walter P. Chrysler Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.90 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
28.5 miles from Southfield, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 37m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 13m highway drive covering 56.9 miles, with most of the trip on Walter P. Chrysler Freeway and Telegraph Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 32.7 miles on Walter P. Chrysler Freeway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Walter P. Chrysler Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 32.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Walter P. Chrysler Freeway and Telegraph Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.4 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 56.9 miles you will encounter 16 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 3.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.3 miles (US 24 BUS / Franklin Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.2 miles (BL I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
3.4 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the exit toward US 24 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 18A
Toward US 24 North
6
11.3 mi into trip
|
~17m in
|
US 24 BUS / Franklin Road
Keep slight right at fork onto US 24 BUS / Franklin Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
14.2 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
BL I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto BL I 75 toward I 75 North: Flint
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 75 North: Flint
7
47.7 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Take the exit toward M 54: Burton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 109
Toward M 54: Burton
7
47.9 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Keep slight left at fork toward M 54: Burton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 109
Toward M 54: Burton
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 Southfield, MI to Burton, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 54: Burton along the way.
M 54: Burton
47.7 mi in
|
~57m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Walter P. Chrysler Freeway | 32.7 mi | 35m |
| Telegraph Road | 7.6 mi | 11m |
| South Dort Highway | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| South Center Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| John C Lodge Freeway | 2 mi | 2m |
| East Square Lake Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| West Square Lake Road | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| West 10 Mile Road | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
— 32.7 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Southfield, MI and Burton, MI.
1
Start on West 10 Mile Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West 10 Mile Road
2
Turn right onto Northwestern Highway
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Northwestern Highway
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward M 10 North
4
Merge onto M 10
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
John C Lodge Freeway
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 18A
Toward US 24 North
Use the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto US 24
7.6 mi
·
11 min
·
Telegraph Road
Use the right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 24 BUS
450 ft
·
11 sec
·
Franklin Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Turn right onto US 24 BUS
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
West Square Lake Road
Use the right lane.
9
Continue on I 75 BL; US 24 BUS
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
East Square Lake Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto BL I 75
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
BL I 75
Toward I 75 North: Flint
Use the slight left lane.
11
Merge onto I 75
33 mi
·
35 min
·
Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 109
Toward M 54: Burton
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 109
Toward M 54: Burton
14
Enter roundabout onto M 54
64 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Dort Highway
15
Continue on M 54
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
South Dort Highway
16
Turn right onto East Bristol Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Bristol Road
17
Turn left onto South Center Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
South Center Road
18
Turn right onto Lippincott Boulevard
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Lippincott Boulevard
19
Turn right onto Amy Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Amy Street
20
Arrive at destination
Amy Street
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 28.5 miles from Southfield, MI, or about 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.7 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 13 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.5 miles or 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Burton, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Southfield, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Southfield, MI
This is one driving day of about 56.9 miles and 1h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from Southfield, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Walter P. Chrysler Freeway for about 32.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.5 mi from Southfield, MI · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.5 miles from Southfield, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Burton, MI
The final approach into Burton, MI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.90 one way
$17.79 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.77 | $19.53 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.95 | $21.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.56 | $25.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.97 | $2.73 |
| Efficient EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.98 | $2.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.97 | $3.64 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Evening in Burton on Wednesday
Local time
7:17 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
22 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
1h 13m 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 Southfield, MI to Burton, MI covers 56.9 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Walter P. Chrysler Freeway, Telegraph Road, South Dort Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.5 miles from Southfield, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.90 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 56.9 miles you will encounter 16 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 3.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.3 miles (US 24 BUS / Franklin Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.2 miles (BL I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Southfield, MI to Burton, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 54: Burton along the way.
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