Origin
Bennington, MI
Morning in Bennington on Sunday
Local time
7:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bennington, MI to Westland, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 36m
Distance
77.2 mi
124 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 29m
★
6 AM
1h 36m
8 AM
1h 51m
10 AM
1h 41m
12 PM
1h 40m
3 PM
1h 42m
5 PM
1h 50m
8 PM
1h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bennington, MI
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Westland, MI
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Trip Overview
This 77.2-mile drive from Bennington to Westland, Michigan, is a straightforward option, estimated to take about 1 hour and 36 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day trip, so you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. The route primarily utilizes major highways, including I-96, M-52, and I-275, making for an efficient journey. With a projected fuel cost of around $12, this drive is budget-friendly. Given that both your origin and destination are within the Midwest region of Michigan, you'll experience consistent Midwestern scenery throughout.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38.6 miles from Bennington, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 52m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 96 | 40.9 mi | 43m |
| M 52 | 18.1 mi | 26m |
| I 275 | 11.1 mi | 11m |
| Ford Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| East Grand River Avenue | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| West Bennington Road | 1 mi | 3m |
| Stockbridge Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 40.9 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bennington, MI and Westland, MI.
1
Start on West Bennington Road
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
West Bennington Road
2
Turn right onto M 52
18 mi
·
26 min
·
M 52
3
At end of road, turn left onto M 43; M 52
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
East Grand River Avenue
4
Turn right onto M 43; M 52
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Stockbridge Road
Use the right lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
6
Merge onto I 96
41 mi
·
43 min
·
I 96
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 163
Toward I 96, I 275, M 5 North: Detroit, Toledo
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
29 sec
9
Continue on I 275; I 96
11 mi
·
11 min
·
I 275; I 96
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 25
Toward M 153: Canton, Westland
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn left onto M 153
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Ford Road
Use the left lane.
12
Arrive at destination
M 153
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 1-hour and 36-minute drive, flexibility is key. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid peak rush hour traffic, especially as you get closer to Westland. With no planned stops, you can easily manage this trip in one go, but there are opportunities to pull over on I-96 if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel; the estimated $12 cost suggests you won't need frequent refueling, but it's always wise to have a full tank before departing Bennington.
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 38.6 miles from Bennington, MI, or about 52m 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 17 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.6 miles or 52m 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 21m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Westland, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Bennington, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bennington, MI
This is one driving day of about 77.2 miles and 1h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Bennington, 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.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
39 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.6 miles from Bennington, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 74.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
M 52
Turn right onto M 52
Navigation decision point
5
20.2 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
M 43; M 52 / Stockbridge Road
Turn right onto M 43; M 52 / Stockbridge Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
21.4 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
I 96
Merge onto I 96
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
62.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m 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
8
74.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m 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
$12.07 one way
$24.14 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $13.25 | $26.50 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.86 | $29.71 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.04 | $34.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.2 | 0 | $8.11 | $3.71 |
| Efficient EV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.76 | $3.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.9 | 0 | $10.81 | $4.94 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Destination
Westland, MI
Morning in Westland on Sunday
Local time
7:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 10 to 14 mph
83% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 1:04PM EDT until April 20 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Marquette MI
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 1:04PM EDT until April 22 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Marquette MI
43°F
Brighton, MI
39 mi in
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
26 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 36m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for about 67% of this 77.2-mile trip. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on the interstate, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 40.9 miles on I-96. This means you'll likely encounter consistent speeds and relatively straightforward navigation. While not a winding country road, the shift between I-96, M-52, and I-275 will offer some variation in the road environment as you progress toward Westland.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 40.9 mi on I 96.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and M 52. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near M 52.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 77.2 miles you will encounter 9 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 1 miles (M 52): Navigation decision point; at 20.2 miles (M 43; M 52 / Stockbridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 21.4 miles (I 96): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bennington, MI and Westland, MI, road signs point toward M 5 North: Detroit and Toledo.
M 5 North: Detroit
62.4 mi in
|
~1h 17m
Toledo
62.4 mi in
|
~1h 17m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 36m. Total distance: 77.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 40.9 miles on I 96. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 1 miles (M 52): Navigation decision point; at 20.2 miles (M 43; M 52 / Stockbridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 21.4 miles (I 96): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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