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Southfield, MI Road Trips

Southfield, MI serves as a quiet starting point in the Midwest, connecting drivers to 7 outbound routes across the area. Most drives stay under 113 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Routes from Southfield, MI spread mainly west and east, covering a wide geographic range.

city in Oakland County, Michigan, United States

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Trip Routes

28

Longest Drive

454.2 mi

Beverly Hills, MI

Quickest Drive

14m

Farmington Hills, MI

Plan Around Southfield, MI

Trips from Southfield, MI

Driving from Southfield, MI

Expect an average of 113 miles and about 2h 10m behind the wheel when leaving Southfield, MI. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 454 miles (8h 30m), while the shortest is just 8 miles.

Popular Destinations

The most popular drives from Southfield, MI include Beverly Hills, MI (454.2 mi, 8h 30m), Walker, MI (151.2 mi, 2h 46m), Cutlerville, MI (141.2 mi, 2h 36m), Sterling Heights, MI (17.2 mi, 30m), and Hamtramck, MI (12.8 mi, 22m). 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 113-mile trip from Southfield, MI, budget about $17 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 7 mapped routes leaving Southfield, MI and 20 routes heading into Southfield, MI, covering 27 total connections. Distances range from 8 to 454 miles.

The longest mapped route from Southfield, MI covers 454 miles and takes approximately 8h 30m. Shorter options start at just 8 miles.

The average route from Southfield, MI runs about 113 miles with a drive time of roughly 2h 10m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 113-mile trip from Southfield, MI costs roughly $17 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Southfield, MI include Beverly Hills, MI, Walker, MI, Cutlerville, MI and Sterling Heights, MI. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

Southfield, MI by the Numbers

Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.

Population

76,025

Median Income

$65,848

Median Home Value

$226,900

Median Age

42.1

Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.

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