Dearborn, MI Road Trips
Sitting in the Midwest, Dearborn, MI is a local road trip base with 40 trip routes mapped and ready to explore. The route mix is balanced, with options ranging from 91-mile quick runs to 597-mile cross-state drives. Most routes from Dearborn, MI head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
40
Longest Drive
597.1 mi
Bessemer, MI
Quickest Drive
1h 44m
Montrose, MI
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Driving from Dearborn, MI
The typical drive from Dearborn, MI covers about 214 miles and takes around 4h 1m. There is a healthy spread of short hops, medium drives, and longer road trips to pick from. The longest mapped route runs 597 miles (11h 21m), while the shortest is just 91 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Dearborn, MI are Bessemer, MI (597.1 mi, 11h 21m), Osceola, MI (568.9 mi, 10h 56m), Marquette, MI (459 mi, 8h 29m), Selma, MI (444.8 mi, 8h 19m), and Freedom, MI (296.9 mi, 5h 12m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in MI currently averages around $3.77 per gallon. For the typical 214-mile trip from Dearborn, MI, budget about $32 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 40 mapped routes leaving Dearborn, MI and 0 routes heading into Dearborn, MI, covering 40 total connections. Distances range from 91 to 597 miles.
The longest mapped route from Dearborn, MI covers 597 miles and takes approximately 11h 21m. Shorter options start at just 91 miles.
The average route from Dearborn, MI runs about 214 miles with a drive time of roughly 4h 1m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 214-mile trip from Dearborn, MI costs roughly $32 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Dearborn, MI include Bessemer, MI, Osceola, MI, Marquette, MI and Selma, MI. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Dearborn, MI by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
107,846
Median Income
$65,192
Median Home Value
$205,900
Median Age
32.6
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Dearborn, MI at a Glance
Founded
1786
Elevation
591 ft
Area
24 mi²
Sister Cities
Notable People from Dearborn, MI
A sampling of people born in Dearborn, MI.
Brandi Love
1973
American pornographic actress (1973-present)
David Burtka
1975
American actor and professional chef
Garrett Clayton
1991
American actor, singer and dancer
Johnny Pacar
1981
American actor
Brian Rafalski
1973
American ice hockey player
Lawrence Warbasse
1990
American road cyclist
David Moss
1981
American ice hockey player
Ashley Fiolek
1990
American motorcycle racer
Frankie Andreu
1966
American cyclist
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Dearborn, MI.
The Henry Ford
museum of history in Dearborn, Michigan, United States
Ford River Rouge Complex
industrial park in Dearborn, Michigan, United States
Fair Lane
Henry Ford's estate in Dearborn, Michigan
Arab American National Museum
museum in Dearborn, Michigan
Dearborn City Hall Complex
former city hall of Dearborn, Michigan, US
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Traveler Guide to Dearborn, MI
Dearborn is a city in Wayne County in the state of Michigan. This article also covers the adjacent community of Dearborn Heights.
Dearborn was the birthplace of Henry Ford, and later he pioneered the mass production of Automobiles here. The world headquarters of the Ford Motor Company is still here. Settlers from the Middle East date back to the 1800s, and many were employed by Henry Ford during the early days of the company in the 1910s. As a result of their long heritage in the area, Dearborn is the city with the most concentrated Arab population in the Western Hemisphere. 1 Dearborn Visitor & Welcome Center (on the first floor of Bryant Library), ☏ +1 313 584-6100. M-F 9AM-5PM. (updated Mar 2019)
1 Automotive Hall of Fame, 21400 Oakwood Blvd, ☏ +1 313 240-4000. 2 Arab American National Museum, 13624 Michigan Ave (between Neckel and Schaefer), ☏ +1 313 582-2266. W-Sa 10AM-6PM, Su noon-5PM. The only museum in the world devoted to Arab American history and culture. $6 adults, $3 students/seniors/children, free for children 5 and under. (updated Mar 2017) 3 Henry Ford Estate (Fair Lane), 1 Fair Lane Dr, ☏ +1 313 668-3200, [email protected]. Offers public tours. (updated Mar 2019) 4 The Henry Ford, 20900 Oakwood Blvd., ☏ +1 313 982-6001, toll-free: +1-800-835-5237. Daily 9:30AM-5PM. This is a "must see". A massive historical and entertainment complex, a leading attraction with a keen focus on innovations. Consists of four separate attractions—the Henry Ford Museum, Greenfield Village, a tour of the Ford Rouge Factory, and an IMAX theater. Highlights include: Lincoln's chair, Rosa Parks' bus, JFK's limos, Thomas Edison's last breath hermetically sealed in a test tube, original historic structures, nice shops, great food, and, not surprisingly, a spectacular history of the automobile collection that is a football field long. Visitors may have many entertaining experiences such as mini-shows, music, parades, train rides, and Model T rides. Visitors should plan at least one full day for the village, and another full day for the Museum.
Old Car Festival (Greenfield Village at The Henry Ford in Dearborn). the weekend after Labor Day. Antique and classic car collector's show. (updated Mar 2019) 1 Ford Community and Performing Arts Center, 15801 Michigan Ave, ☏ +1 313 943-2350. Hosts a number of cultural amenities including the Dearborn Michael A. Guido Theater and the Padzieski Art Gallery. Also has a fitness center, indoor pool with water slides, spa, and indoor rock climbing wall. 2 Ford Drive-In Theater, 10400 Ford Rd, ☏ +1 313-846-6910. Box office opens 7PM daily. One of the largest drive in movie theaters in the world. (updated Jan 2021) 3 MacKenzie Fine Arts Center (Henry Ford Community College). (updated Mar 2019) 4 Dearborn Ice Skating Center, 14900 Ford Rd, ☏ +1 313-943-4098. (updated Jan 2021) The Players Guild of Dearborn, 21730 Madison, ☏ +1 313 561-8587. A performance art theater. (updated Jan 2021) Ford Lanes, 23100 Van Born Rd, Dearborn Heights, ☏ +1 313-292-1700. A bowling alley. (updated Jan 2021)
Thanks to the large Arabic population Dearborn has great Middle Eastern cuisine, as well as many halal options. 1 Buddy's Pizza, 22148 Michigan Ave, ☏ +1 313-562-5900. M-Th 11AM-10PM, F 11AM-11PM, Sat 11:30AM-11PM, Su noon-10PM. A local chain from Detroit that specializes in Detroit-style square deep-dish pizza. Miller's Bar, 23700 Michigan Avenue, ☏ +1 313 565-2577. M-Sa 11AM-12:30AM. Known for the "best burgers" in Dearborn and throughout Michigan. Basic menu of hamburgers, fries, and drinks. Fairly reasonable prices.
1 The Dearborn Inn, 20301 Oakwood, ☏ +1 313-271-2700. 222 rooms. 2 Doubletree Hotel Dearborn, 5801 Southfield Expressway, ☏ +1 313-336-3340. Red Roof Inn, 24130 Michigan Avenue, ☏ +1 313-278-9732. 3 The Henry, 300 Town Center Drive, ☏ +1 313-441-2000. 308 guest rooms. A Marriott hotel. Free high speed internet, DirecTV. Two restaurants. Two executive-level floors with a Concierge Lounge. Indoor pool and whirlpool, fitness room, sauna and lockers. Massages available by appointment. The Gallery Restaurant surrounds you with fine art from Park West Galleries and Cleveland's Glass Bubble Project, and offers a selection of classic American regional cuisine featuring such entrees as a house 21-day dry aged rib eye. Henry's Bar and Grill offers a petite plate menu featuring build your own personal pizza, signature pork belly, and crab cake sliders. 4 Courtyard by Marriott, 5200 Mercury Dr, ☏ +1 313-271-1400. (updated Jan 2021) 5 Hampton Inn. (updated Mar 2019)
Interstate 94, from Detroit and Port Huron to the east and Ann Arbor and Chicago to the west. 1 John D. Dingell Transit Center, 21201 Michigan Avenue. The train station is also a stop for suburban SMART buses. (updated Mar 2019) Amtrak, ☏ +1 215-856-7924, toll-free: +1-800-872-7245. Operates train service around the United States of America. (updated Mar 2022) Route serving Dearborn: Wolverine Service operates several times daily between Pontiac and Chicago including stops along the way in Troy, Royal Oak, Detroit, Dearborn, Ann Arbor, Jackson, Battle Creek, Kalamazoo, Niles, and New Buffalo. There are many train connections in Chicago. 2 Rouge Gateway Trail. Goes north, eventually reaching Northville. (updated Mar 2019)
SMART (Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation). (updated Mar 2019)
Travel tips adapted from Dearborn on Wikivoyage, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Content summarized; visit the source for the full article. See our methodology for how we use it.
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