This 72.5-mile drive from Attica, MI to Westland, MI is a manageable 1-hour-and-41-minute journey perfect for a single day trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $11, it's an economical option for exploring the Midwest. The route primarily utilizes South Lapeer Road, Disabled American Veterans Memorial Highway, and South Telegraph Road, offering a local feel rather than a high-speed interstate experience. Given its relatively short duration and lack of required overnight stops, you'll have plenty of flexibility to depart when it suits you best and arrive ready to explore Westland.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36.3 miles from Attica, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 53m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
South Lapeer Road
24 mi
35m
Disabled American Veterans Memorial Highway
10.3 mi
11m
South Telegraph Road
7.9 mi
12m
I 69
7.5 mi
7m
Walter P Reuther Freeway
6.8 mi
7m
I 75
2.8 mi
3m
Ford Road
2.4 mi
4m
I 75 BL
1.5 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
South Lapeer Road
— 24 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Attica, MI and Westland, MI.
1
Start on Williams Street
93 ft·9 sec·Williams Street
2
Turn left onto South Lake Pleasant Road
1.3 mi·3 min·South Lake Pleasant Road
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·47 sec
Toward I 69 West: Flint
4
Merge onto I 69
7.5 mi·7 min·I 69
5
Take the exit
0.4 mi·58 sec
Toward M 24: Pontiac, LapeerUse the slight right lane.
6
Turn left onto M 24
14 mi·19 min·South Lapeer Road
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on M 24
1.0 mi·2 min·North Washington Street
8
Continue on M 24
9.7 mi·15 min·South Lapeer Road
Use the right lane.
9
Turn slight left onto North Opdyke Road
1.4 mi·2 min·North Opdyke Road
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
10
Turn sharp left onto University Drive
0.2 mi·23 sec·University Drive
Use the left lane.
11
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·20 sec
Toward I 75 South: DetroitUse the right lane.
12
Merge onto I 75
2.8 mi·3 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit onto BL I 75
0.6 mi·41 sec·BL I 75
Exit 75Toward I 75 BusinessUse the slight right lane.
14
Continue on I 75 BL
1.5 mi·2 min·I 75 BL
15
Continue on US 24 BUS
1.3 mi·2 min·West Square Lake Road
Use the straight lane.
16
Merge onto US 24
0.1 mi·10 sec·South Telegraph Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Take the exit
138 ft·13 sec
18
Turn sharp left onto US 24
7.7 mi·12 min·South Telegraph Road
Use the left lane.
19
Take the exit
0.1 mi·19 sec
Toward I 696 West, M 10 North: Lansing, Northwestern HighwayUse the slight right lane.
20
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·38 sec
Toward I 696 West: LansingUse the slight left lane.
21
Merge onto I 696
6.8 mi·7 min·Walter P Reuther Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.4 mi·52 sec
Exit 1Toward I 96 East, I 275: ToledoUse the slight right lane.
23
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward I 96 East, I 275: Toledo
24
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·22 sec
Toward I 96, I 275: Detroit, Toledo
25
Merge onto I 275; I 96
10 mi·11 min·Disabled American Veterans Memorial Highway
26
Take the exit
0.4 mi·56 sec
Exit 25Toward M 153: Canton, WestlandUse the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Turn left onto M 153
2.4 mi·4 min·Ford Road
Use the left lane.
28
Arrive at destination
M 153
Trip Plan
For this 1-hour-and-41-minute trip, consider an early morning departure to avoid potential local traffic, especially as you get closer to Westland. Since there are no designated stops and the drive is under two hours, you can easily complete it in one go. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, with an estimated cost of $11 for the 72.5 miles. A specific tip for this route: pay close attention to speed limit changes along South Lapeer Road and South Telegraph Road, as they can vary significantly between different municipalities.
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 36.3 miles from Attica, MI, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24 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 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.3 miles or 53m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Westland, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Attica, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Attica, MI
This is one driving day of about 72.5 miles and 1h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Attica, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on South Lapeer Road for about 24 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 22
5 decision points cluster between mile 9.3 and 69.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
9.3 mi into trip|~11m in
Take the exit toward M 24: Pontiac, Lapeer
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward M 24: Pontiac, Lapeer
7
36 mi into trip|~53m in|University Drive
Turn sharp left onto University Drive
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
50.8 mi into trip|~1h 14m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 696 West: Lansing
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 696 West: Lansing
8
57.8 mi into trip|~1h 22m in
Take the exit toward I 96 East, I 275: Toledo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1
Toward I 96 East, I 275: Toledo
8
69.7 mi into trip|~1h 36m in
Take the exit toward M 153: Canton, Westland
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 25
Toward M 153: Canton, Westland
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.33 one way
$22.67 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg25 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$12.44
$24.89
premium
$4.89
$13.95
$27.90
diesel
$5.61
$16.01
$32.01
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: 25.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
21.8
0
$7.61
$3.48
Efficient EV
18.1
0
$6.34
$2.90
EV Truck/SUV
29
0
$10.15
$4.64
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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Attica, MI
Late night
in Attica on Sunday
Local time
2:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Westland, MI
Late night
in Westland on Sunday
Local time
2:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°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
6 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 41m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with only 27% of the journey on highways. Your longest uninterrupted stretch will be 24 miles along South Lapeer Road. This drive will likely feel more like navigating through towns and local thoroughfares than a continuous high-speed cruise. The road character will evolve as you progress south, transitioning from more rural sections into busier suburban environments as you approach Westland.
Only 27% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24 mi on South Lapeer Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.3 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 72.5 miles you will encounter 22 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36 miles (University Drive): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Attica, MI and Westland, MI, road signs point toward M 24: Pontiac, Lapeer, M 10 North: Lansing, Northwestern Highway and Toledo.
M 24: Pontiac
9.3 mi in|~11m
Lapeer
9.3 mi in|~11m
M 10 North: Lansing
50.7 mi in|~1h 14m
Northwestern Highway
50.7 mi in|~1h 14m
Toledo
59.1 mi in|~1h 25m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 41m. Total distance: 72.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24 miles on South Lapeer Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Westland, MI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 9.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36 miles (University Drive): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Westland, MI before heading back.
