Origin
Tompkins, MI
Night in Tompkins on Wednesday
Local time
11:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tompkins, MI to Dearborn, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 20m
Distance
82.3 mi
132 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tompkins, MI
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Dearborn, MI
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Trip Overview
This 82.3-mile drive from Tompkins to Dearborn, Michigan, is easily manageable in about 1 hour and 20 minutes, making it a perfect one-day trip. With a modest fuel cost of $13, it's an economical option for a quick journey within the Midwest. The route primarily utilizes local roads like Woodard Road and Clinton Road, offering a turn-heavy, local feel rather than a highway cruise. You won't need to worry about splitting this drive or booking an overnight stay; it's a straightforward point-to-point adventure.
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
41.1 miles from Tompkins, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 40m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 82.3-mile journey, with 0% highway share. The main roads guiding you are Woodard Road and Clinton Road, interspersed with other local thoroughfares. This means you'll be navigating a more intricate path with frequent turns rather than covering long distances at high speeds. While there's no longest uninterrupted stretch data provided, the profile suggests a consistent engagement with the road, requiring your attention throughout the 1 hour and 20-minute duration.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Woodard Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Tompkins, MI to Dearborn, MI is easy. At 1h 20m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Tompkins, MI to Dearborn, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Woodard Road | — | — |
| Clinton Road | — | — |
| I 94 | — | — |
| Greenfield Road | — | — |
| Schaefer Road | — | — |
| Butler Road | — | — |
| Michigan Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Woodard Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tompkins, MI and Dearborn, MI.
1
Start on Tompkins Road
39 ft
·
3 sec
·
Tompkins Road
2
Turn right onto Woodard Road
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Woodard Road
3
Turn left onto Clinton Road
7.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Clinton Road
4
Take the ramp straight
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
5
Merge slight left
1.7 mi
·
1 min
6
Take the ramp slight left toward I 94, US 127: Detroit
32 mi
·
35 min
·
I 94, US 127: Detroit
7
Keep slight right to continue on I 94, I 94 Business: Detroit, Ann Arbor
37 mi
·
39 min
·
I 94, I 94 Business: Detroit, Ann Arbor
8
Take the exit slight right toward Greenfield Road, Schaefer Road
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Greenfield Road, Schaefer Road
9
Keep slight left to continue on Schaefer Road
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Schaefer Road
10
Keep slight right to continue on Schaefer Road, Butler Road
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Schaefer Road, Butler Road
11
Turn left onto Butler Road
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Butler Road
12
At the end of the road, turn left onto Schaefer Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Schaefer Road
13
Turn left onto Michigan Avenue
79 ft
·
2 sec
·
Michigan Avenue
14
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour and 20-minute duration and 82.3-mile distance, you have plenty of flexibility for when to depart. Leaving Tompkins, MI, at your convenience is ideal, as there are no long stretches to break up. With a fuel cost of only $13, you won't need to fret about finding gas stations. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to local road signage as you navigate Woodard Road and Clinton Road, as the 'turn-heavy' nature means you'll be making frequent adjustments.
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 41.1 miles from Tompkins, MI, or about 40m into the drive.
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 18 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.1 miles or 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dearborn, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Tompkins, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Tompkins, MI
This is one driving day of about 82.3 miles and 1h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Tompkins, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 41.1 mi from Tompkins, MI · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 41.1 miles from Tompkins, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.87 one way
$25.73 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $14.13 | $28.25 |
| premium | $4.89 | $15.84 | $31.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.17 | $36.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.7 | 0 | $8.64 | $3.95 |
| Efficient EV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.20 | $3.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.9 | 0 | $11.52 | $5.27 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 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
Dearborn, MI
Night in Dearborn on Wednesday
Local time
11:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
65°F
Chelsea, MI
41 mi in
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
1h 20m 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 Tompkins, MI to Dearborn, MI covers 82.3 miles and takes about 1h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Woodard Road, Clinton Road, I 94. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 41.1 miles from Tompkins, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.87 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.
The drive from Tompkins, MI to Dearborn, MI is easy. At 1h 20m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Tompkins, MI to Dearborn, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Tompkins, MI to Dearborn, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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