Origin
Canton, MI
Late night in Canton on Sunday
Local time
3:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Canton, MI to Southfield, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
35m
Distance
25.9 mi
42 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 33m
★
6 AM
0h 36m
8 AM
0h 42m
10 AM
0h 38m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 38m
5 PM
0h 41m
8 PM
0h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Canton, MI
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Southfield, MI
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 25.9-mile drive from Canton, MI, to Southfield, MI, is easily manageable as a day trip, taking approximately 35 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-96, I-275, and the Southfield Freeway, this route keeps you on well-traveled highways for most of the journey. With a projected fuel cost of around $4, it’s an economical option for connecting these two Midwest locations. The road's focus on major arteries makes it a practical choice for quick commutes or quick errands between these Michigan cities.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 96 | 8.8 mi | 9m |
| Southfield Freeway | 5.1 mi | 6m |
| I 275 | 3.9 mi | 4m |
| Jeffries Freeway (Local) | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Cherry Hill Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Haggerty Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Southfield Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Ford Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 8.8 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Canton, MI and Southfield, MI.
1
Start on Eddington Circle
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
Eddington Circle
2
Continue on Cherry Hill Road
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Cherry Hill Road
3
Turn left onto Haggerty Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Haggerty Road
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto M 153
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Ford Road
Use the right lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 275 North: Flint
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 275
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
I 275
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 29
Toward I 96 East, M 14: Detroit, Ann Arbor
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto I 96
8.8 mi
·
9 min
·
I 96
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 96
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Jeffries Freeway (Local)
Toward I 96 Local: To All Exits
Use the slight right lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 183
Toward M 39: Southfield Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward M 39 North: Southfield Freeway
Use the slight left lane.
13
Merge onto M 39
5.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Southfield Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
Toward Southfield Road
15
Turn straight onto Southfield Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Southfield Road
16
Turn left onto West 10 Mile Road
192 ft
·
4 sec
·
West 10 Mile Road
Use the left lane.
17
Arrive at destination
West 10 Mile Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 7.5 and 19.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
7.5 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward I 96 East, M 14: Detroit, Ann Arbor
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 29
Toward I 96 East, M 14: Detroit, Ann Arbor
7
7.7 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 96 East: Detroit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
7
17.1 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Local)
Keep slight right at fork onto I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Local) toward I 96 Local: To All Exits
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 96 Local: To All Exits
7
19 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward M 39: Southfield Freeway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 183
Toward M 39: Southfield Freeway
7
19.2 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Keep slight left at fork toward M 39 North: Southfield Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward M 39 North: Southfield Freeway
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.05 one way
$8.10 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $4.45 | $8.89 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.98 | $9.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.72 | $11.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.1 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 | 7.8 | 0 | $2.72 | $1.24 |
| Efficient EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.27 | $1.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.63 | $1.66 |
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
Southfield, MI
Late night in Southfield on Sunday
Local time
3:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°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
21 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
35m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience, with 76% of the drive on major interstates. You'll encounter an 8.8-mile stretch on I-96, offering a consistent pace without many interruptions. The route largely sticks to the efficient network of I-96 and the Southfield Freeway, meaning you'll be navigating a familiar and predictable road environment. This isn't a route for scenic detours; it's designed for direct travel between points.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 8.8 mi on I 96.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and Southfield Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 25.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 35m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.1 miles (I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Local)): 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Canton, MI and Southfield, MI, road signs point toward M 14: Detroit and Ann Arbor.
M 14: Detroit
7.5 mi in
|
~11m
Ann Arbor
7.5 mi in
|
~11m
About the Cities
Starting in Canton, MI
Full guide →Canton is a township of almost 100,000 people (2020) in Wayne County in the state of Michigan.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 35m. Total distance: 25.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 8.8 miles on I 96. 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 Southfield, 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 7.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.1 miles (I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Local)): 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 Southfield, 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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