The drive from Wyoming, MI to Inkster, MI covers 149.2 miles and takes about 2h 54m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 96, 28th Street Southwest, Inkster Road for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 119.9 miles on I 96.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.33 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
74.6 miles from Wyoming, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 26m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 54m. Total distance: 149.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 54m highway drive covering 149.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 96 and 28th Street Southwest. The longest continuous stretch is about 119.9 miles on I 96.
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 96 is the longest continuous segment at about 119.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and 28th Street Southwest. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 62 miles in near I 96.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 149.2 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 62 miles (I 96): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 128.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 135.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
62 mi into trip|~1h 13m in|I 96
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96 toward I 96 East: Detroit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
8
128.8 mi into trip|~2h 24m in
Take the exit toward I 96, I 275, M 5 North: Detroit, Toledo
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 163
Toward I 96, I 275, M 5 North: Detroit, Toledo
6
135.9 mi into trip|~2h 32m in
Take the exit toward I 96 East: Detroit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
7
137.2 mi into trip|~2h 35m in|I 96 / Jeffries Freeway
Merge onto I 96 / Jeffries Freeway toward I 96 East: Livonia, Detroit
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 96 East: Livonia, Detroit
7
142.7 mi into trip|~2h 41m in
Take the exit toward Inkster Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 177
Toward Inkster Road
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Wyoming, MI and Inkster, MI, road signs point toward M 5 North: Detroit, Toledo and Detroit.
M 5 North: Detroit
128.8 mi in|~2h 24m
Toledo
128.8 mi in|~2h 24m
Detroit
137.2 mi in|~2h 35m|via I 96
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 96
119.9 mi
2h 8m
28th Street Southwest
8.5 mi
15m
Inkster Road
6.2 mi
12m
I 275
6.1 mi
6m
Jeffries Freeway
5.5 mi
5m
Schoolcraft Road
<0.1 mi
<1m
Burlingame Avenue Southwest
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 119.9 mi, about 2h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wyoming, MI and Inkster, MI.
1
Start on Burlingame Avenue Southwest
56 ft·5 sec·Burlingame Avenue Southwest
2
Turn right onto M 11
8.5 mi·15 min·28th Street Southwest
3
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·59 sec
Toward I 96 East: Lansing
4
Merge onto I 96
53 mi·56 min·I 96
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
67 mi·1 hr 11 min·I 96
Toward I 96 East: DetroitUse the straight / right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi·34 sec
Exit 163Toward I 96, I 275, M 5 North: Detroit, ToledoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·29 sec
8
Continue on I 275; I 96
6.1 mi·6 min·I 275; I 96
9
Take the exit
1.3 mi·2 min
Toward I 96 East: DetroitUse the slight left lane.
10
Merge onto I 96
5.5 mi·5 min·Jeffries Freeway
Toward I 96 East: Livonia, DetroitUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Exit 177Toward Inkster RoadUse the slight right lane.
12
Turn straight onto Schoolcraft Road
283 ft·10 sec·Schoolcraft Road
13
Turn right onto Inkster Road
6.2 mi·12 min·Inkster Road
14
Arrive at destination
Inkster Road
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 74.6 miles from Wyoming, MI, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 119.9 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 33 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 74.6 miles or 1h 26m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Inkster, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Wyoming, 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 Wyoming, MI
This is one driving day of about 149.2 miles and 2h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Wyoming, 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 96 for about 119.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 74.6 mi from Wyoming, MI
· 1h 26m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.33 one way
$46.65 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg52 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$25.61
$51.22
premium
$4.89
$28.71
$57.42
diesel
$5.61
$32.94
$65.88
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 52.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
44.8
0
$15.67
$7.16
Efficient EV
37.3
0
$13.05
$5.97
EV Truck/SUV
59.7
0
$20.89
$9.55
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Wyoming, MI
Afternoon
in Wyoming on Friday
Local time
1:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Inkster, MI
Afternoon
in Inkster on Friday
Local time
1:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°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
21 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
2h 54m 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 Wyoming, MI to Inkster, MI covers 149.2 miles and takes about 2h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 96, 28th Street Southwest, Inkster 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 74.6 miles from Wyoming, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $23.33 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.
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 149.2 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 62 miles (I 96): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 128.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 135.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Wyoming, MI and Inkster, MI, road signs point toward M 5 North: Detroit, Toledo and Detroit.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
