Origin
Bloomfield Hills, MI
Morning in Bloomfield Hills on Sunday
Local time
7:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bloomfield Hills, MI to Detroit, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
33m
Distance
24.9 mi
40 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
★
6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 39m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 35m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 39m
8 PM
0h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bloomfield Hills, MI
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Detroit, MI
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Trip Overview
Traveling the 24.9 miles from Bloomfield Hills to Detroit is a straightforward commute that typically takes about 33 minutes. Because this is a short, direct trip within the Midwest, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $4 on fuel for the journey, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. You will primarily utilize the Walter P. Chrysler Freeway, West Big Beaver Road, and Woodward Avenue to reach your destination. This route is ideal for those who prefer a quick, efficient connection between the suburbs and the city center.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Walter P. Chrysler Freeway | 18.2 mi | 20m |
| West Big Beaver Road | 3.2 mi | 6m |
| Woodward Avenue | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| East Congress Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Chrysler Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Cadillac Square | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
— 18.2 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bloomfield Hills, MI and Detroit, MI.
1
Start on M 1
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Woodward Avenue
2
Turn straight
348 ft
·
18 sec
3
Turn left onto M 1
472 ft
·
15 sec
·
Woodward Avenue
4
Turn right onto West Big Beaver Road
3.2 mi
·
6 min
·
West Big Beaver Road
Use the right lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward I 75 South: Detroit
6
Merge onto I 75
18 mi
·
19 min
·
Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 375
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward Jefferson Avenue East
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn straight onto Chrysler Drive
133 ft
·
8 sec
·
Chrysler Drive
10
Turn right onto East Congress Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Congress Street
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto Woodward Avenue
449 ft
·
19 sec
·
Woodward Avenue
12
Turn right onto Cadillac Square
126 ft
·
4 sec
·
Cadillac Square
13
Arrive at destination
Cadillac Square
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 2.1 and 24.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
2.1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
West Big Beaver Road
Turn right onto West Big Beaver Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
5.8 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
I 75 / Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Merge onto I 75 / Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
23.3 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
I 375 / Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 375 / Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
24 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Take the exit toward Jefferson Avenue East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Jefferson Avenue East
6
24.3 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
East Congress Street
Turn right onto East Congress Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.89 one way
$7.79 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.27 | $8.55 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.79 | $9.58 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.50 | $11.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.61 | $1.20 |
| Efficient EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.18 | $1.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10 | 0 | $3.49 | $1.59 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Detroit, MI
Morning in Detroit on Sunday
Local time
7:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
17 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
33m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This highway-focused drive spends 73% of the time on major roads, offering a consistent pace for the majority of your journey. You will spend your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 18.2 miles on the Walter P. Chrysler Freeway. While the beginning of your trip involves navigating local roads like West Big Beaver Road and Woodward Avenue, the transition to the freeway provides a faster, more streamlined experience. You can expect a predictable flow as you move from the residential feel of Bloomfield Hills into the metropolitan heart of Detroit. It is a functional, efficient drive that prioritizes speed over winding scenic detours.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.2 mi on Walter P. Chrysler Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Walter P. Chrysler Freeway and West Big Beaver Road. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.1 miles in near West Big Beaver Road.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 24.9 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 2.1 miles (West Big Beaver Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.8 miles (I 75 / Walter P. Chrysler Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.3 miles (I 375 / Walter P. Chrysler Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
832 ft
598 ft
Total Climb
59 ft
Total Descent
293 ft
Highest Point
832 ft
Elevation Range
234 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 33m. Total distance: 24.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.2 miles on Walter P. Chrysler Freeway. 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 Detroit, 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 2.1 miles (West Big Beaver Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.8 miles (I 75 / Walter P. Chrysler Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.3 miles (I 375 / Walter P. Chrysler Freeway): 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 Detroit, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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