This 134.3-mile drive from Dearborn, MI to Stony Point, MI will take approximately 2 hours and 42 minutes. It's a straightforward, highway-focused journey primarily utilizing the Detroit Industrial Expressway, West Michigan Avenue, and East Michigan Avenue. With a highway share of 78%, this route is well-suited for a single-day trip, and the estimated fuel cost is around $21. You'll be traveling within the Midwest region for the entirety of this drive. Consider this a practical option if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
67.1 miles from Dearborn, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 14m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Detroit Industrial Expressway
103.8 mi
1h 51m
West Michigan Avenue
6.1 mi
9m
East Michigan Avenue
4.8 mi
5m
M 89
4.3 mi
4m
Kellogg School Road
3.8 mi
5m
North 40th Street
3.3 mi
7m
South Floria Road
1.7 mi
4m
Schaefer Road
1.5 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Detroit Industrial Expressway
— 103.8 mi, about 1h 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dearborn, MI and Stony Point, MI.
1
Start on US 12
79 ft·8 sec·Michigan Avenue
2
Turn right onto Schaefer Road
1.5 mi·2 min·Schaefer Road
Use the right lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·29 sec
4
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward I 94 West: Chicago
5
Merge onto I 94
16 mi·17 min·Detroit Industrial Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 94
87 mi·1 hr 33 min·Detroit Industrial Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward M 311, M 96, I 94 BL: Battle Creek
8
Continue on Wheatfield Parkway
0.3 mi·31 sec·Wheatfield Parkway
9
Turn right onto I 94 BL; M 96
2.7 mi·3 min·East Michigan Avenue
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 94 BL
2.1 mi·2 min·East Michigan Avenue
11
Turn left onto I 94 BL
352 ft·6 sec·Hamblin Street
12
Continue on East Hamblin Avenue
0.8 mi·1 min·East Hamblin Avenue
13
Turn right onto M 89
0.2 mi·17 sec·South Washington Avenue
14
Turn left onto M 89
6.1 mi·9 min·West Michigan Avenue
15
Turn slight right onto M 89
0.2 mi·16 sec·M-89
16
Continue on M 89
4.3 mi·4 min·M 89
17
Turn right onto North 40th Street
3.3 mi·7 min·North 40th Street
18
Continue on East Baseline Road
397 ft·10 sec·East Baseline Road
19
Continue on Kellogg School Road
3.8 mi·5 min·Kellogg School Road
20
Continue on Osborne Road
0.4 mi·51 sec·Osborne Road
21
Continue on South Floria Road
1.7 mi·4 min·South Floria Road
22
Turn straight onto M 43
417 ft·7 sec·South M-43 Highway
23
Continue on M 43
0.8 mi·1 min·South Grove Street
24
Turn left onto Delton Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Delton Road
25
Turn left onto Stoney Point Drive
0.6 mi·2 min·Stoney Point Drive
26
Arrive at destination
Stoney Point Drive
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 42-minute duration, this trip is easily manageable in one day, so you can depart at your convenience. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimate of $21, planning is minimal. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 103.8-mile stretch on the Detroit Industrial Expressway, as services might be less frequent. The flexibility of a shorter drive like this means you can afford to leave a little later in the day if needed.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 67.1 miles from Dearborn, MI, or about 1h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 103.8 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 30 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67.1 miles or 1h 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stony Point, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Dearborn, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Dearborn, MI
This is one driving day of about 134.3 miles and 2h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Dearborn, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Detroit Industrial Expressway for about 103.8 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 105.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|Schaefer Road
Turn right onto Schaefer Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
1.7 mi into trip|~3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 94 West: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 94 West: Chicago
5
2 mi into trip|~4m in|I 94 / Detroit Industrial Expressway
Merge onto I 94 / Detroit Industrial Expressway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
18.5 mi into trip|~22m in|I 94 / Detroit Industrial Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 94 / Detroit Industrial Expressway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
105.8 mi into trip|~1h 55m in
Take the exit toward M 311, M 96, I 94 BL: Battle Creek
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward M 311, M 96, I 94 BL: Battle Creek
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.00 one way
$41.99 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg47 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$23.05
$46.11
premium
$4.89
$25.84
$51.69
diesel
$5.61
$29.65
$59.30
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
40.3
0
$14.10
$6.45
Efficient EV
33.6
0
$11.75
$5.37
EV Truck/SUV
53.7
0
$18.80
$8.60
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 kg (66% 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 20, 2026
Origin
Dearborn, MI
Morning
in Dearborn on Tuesday
Local time
8:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
28°F
Chance Rain And Snow Showers then Partly Cloudy
NNW 6 to 15 mph42% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 19 at 1:39PM EDT until April 20 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 19 at 1:38PM EDT until April 20 at 11:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Destination
Stony Point, MI
Morning
in Stony Point on Tuesday
Local time
8:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Jackson, MI
67 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
35 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
2h 42m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this 134.3-mile trip, with 78% of the drive taking place on faster roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 103.8 miles along the Detroit Industrial Expressway, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of your journey. While the majority is highway, you'll transition onto West and East Michigan Avenue, which may offer a change of pace. This route prioritizes efficient travel over varied scenery.
78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 103.8 mi on Detroit Industrial Expressway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Detroit Industrial Expressway and West Michigan Avenue. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Schaefer Road.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 134.3 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Schaefer Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 2 miles (I 94 / Detroit Industrial Expressway): 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.
Between Dearborn, MI and Stony Point, MI, road signs point toward M 311 and M 96.
M 311
105.8 mi in|~1h 55m
M 96
105.8 mi in|~1h 55m
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 42m. Total distance: 134.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 103.8 miles on Detroit Industrial Expressway. 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 Stony Point, MI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Schaefer Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 2 miles (I 94 / Detroit Industrial Expressway): 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 Stony Point, MI before heading back.
