Origin
Webberville, MI
Night in Webberville on Wednesday
Local time
11:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Webberville, MI to Detroit, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 23m
Distance
70.8 mi
114 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 28m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 36m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Webberville, MI
fish socks
Trip Overview
This 70.8-mile drive from Webberville, Michigan, to Detroit, Michigan, is a straightforward trip that takes about 1 hour and 8 minutes. Designed as a single-day adventure, it's an easy one-day excursion with no need for an overnight stay. You'll navigate using Stockbridge Road and I-96 East before reaching the Walter P. Reuther Freeway into the city. With an estimated fuel cost of $11, this route offers an economical way to travel between these two Midwest locations. The profile of this drive is characterized by frequent turns, suggesting a more local and less highway-intensive experience.
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
35.4 miles from Webberville, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' on this journey, as indicated by its profile. With a highway share of 0%, this route emphasizes local roads over high-speed interstate travel. While there isn't a specific 'longest stretch' noted, the frequent turns suggest a pace that allows for observation of the surrounding areas. The progression likely involves navigating through various local road systems rather than long, uninterrupted highway segments, making it a more engaging, albeit potentially slower, drive.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 96 is the longest continuous segment at about 40.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and John C Lodge Freeway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in near M 43; M 52 / Stockbridge Road.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 23m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles (M 43; M 52 / Stockbridge Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles (I 96): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.3 miles (M 10 / John C Lodge Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
1.3 mi into trip
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~2m in
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M 43; M 52 / Stockbridge Road
Turn left onto M 43; M 52 / Stockbridge Road
Navigation decision point
5
2.5 mi into trip
|
~4m in
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I 96
Merge onto I 96
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
52.3 mi into trip
|
~58m in
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M 10 / John C Lodge Freeway
Merge onto M 10 / John C Lodge Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
70.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
Take the exit toward Larned Street, Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 1B
Toward Larned Street, Downtown
5
70.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
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Woodward Avenue
Turn left onto Woodward Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
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 Webberville, MI to Detroit, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 5 East: Port Huron along the way.
M 5 East: Port Huron
43.4 mi in
|
~48m
|
via I 696
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 96 | 40.9 mi | 43m |
| John C Lodge Freeway | 17.8 mi | 23m |
| Walter P Reuther Freeway | 8.9 mi | 10m |
| West Grand River Avenue | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Stockbridge Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West Larned Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Woodward Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Cadillac Square | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 40.9 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Webberville, MI and Detroit, MI.
1
Start on West Grand River Avenue
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Grand River Avenue
2
Turn left onto M 43; M 52
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Stockbridge Road
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
4
Merge onto I 96
41 mi
·
43 min
·
I 96
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on I 696
8.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Walter P Reuther Freeway
Toward I 696 East, M 5 East: Port Huron
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto M 10
18 mi
·
23 min
·
John C Lodge Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 1B
Toward Larned Street, Downtown
Use the slight left lane.
8
Continue on West Larned Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
West Larned Street
9
Turn left onto Woodward Avenue
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Woodward Avenue
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn right onto Cadillac Square
126 ft
·
4 sec
·
Cadillac Square
11
Arrive at destination
Cadillac Square
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of just over an hour and the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can easily depart at your leisure, perhaps in the morning to arrive in Detroit with plenty of the day ahead. Since it's a quick drive with no significant longest stretch, extensive stop planning isn't necessary, though you might want to factor in a brief pause for gas if your tank is low, given the $11 fuel cost. A practical tip is to keep an eye on your GPS for the turn onto I-96 East, as the local roads leading up to it can be numerous.
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 35.4 miles from Webberville, MI, or about 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 40.9 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 16 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.4 miles or 39m 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 Detroit, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Webberville, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Webberville, MI
This is one driving day of about 70.8 miles and 1h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Webberville, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 96 for about 40.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.4 mi from Webberville, MI · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.4 miles from Webberville, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Detroit, MI
The final approach into Detroit, 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
$11.07 one way
$22.14 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.15 | $24.31 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.62 | $27.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.63 | $31.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.43 | $3.40 |
| Efficient EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.19 | $2.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.3 | 0 | $9.91 | $4.53 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Detroit, MI
Night in Detroit on Wednesday
Local time
11:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
3 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 23m 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 Webberville, MI to Detroit, MI covers 70.8 miles and takes about 1h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 96, John C Lodge Freeway, Walter P Reuther Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.4 miles from Webberville, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.07 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 is a straightforward 1h 23m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles (M 43; M 52 / Stockbridge Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.5 miles (I 96): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.3 miles (M 10 / John C Lodge Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Webberville, MI to Detroit, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 5 East: Port Huron along the way.
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