Origin
Detroit, MI
Late night in Detroit on Sunday
Local time
3:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Detroit, MI to Burton, 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 21m
Distance
68.2 mi
110 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Detroit, MI
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Burton, MI
BREAKS OUT
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Detroit to Burton, you can expect a quick 68.2-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 21 minutes. Because this is a straightforward drive within the Midwest, it serves as an ideal day trip, meaning you won’t need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. You can easily budget around $10 for fuel, making this a very affordable excursion. The route primarily relies on the Walter P. Chrysler Freeway, South Dort Highway, and South Center Road to get you to your destination. Whether you are heading out for business or a quick visit, this efficient connection makes travel between these two Michigan locations simple and manageable.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Walter P. Chrysler Freeway | 58.1 mi | 1h 3m |
| South Dort Highway | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| South Center Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| East Bristol Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Lippincott Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Monroe Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Amy Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Randolph Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
— 58.1 mi, about 1h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Detroit, MI and Burton, MI.
1
Start on Cadillac Square
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Cadillac Square
2
Continue on Cadillac Square
97 ft
·
3 sec
·
Cadillac Square
Toward M 3 North
Use the left lane.
3
Turn slight left onto M 3
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Randolph Street
4
Turn right onto Monroe Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Monroe Street
Use the right lane.
5
At end of road, turn left onto Chrysler Drive
34 ft
·
1 sec
·
Chrysler Drive
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
7
Merge onto I 375
58 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Toward I 75 North: Flint
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 109
Toward M 54: Burton
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 109
Toward M 54: Burton
10
Enter roundabout onto M 54
64 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Dort Highway
11
Continue on M 54
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
South Dort Highway
12
Turn right onto East Bristol Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Bristol Road
13
Turn left onto South Center Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
South Center Road
14
Turn right onto Lippincott Boulevard
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Lippincott Boulevard
15
Turn right onto Amy Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Amy Street
16
Arrive at destination
Amy Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.1 miles from Detroit, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 59.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Cadillac Square
Continue onto Cadillac Square toward M 3 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward M 3 North
6
0.7 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Chrysler Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Chrysler Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 375 / Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Merge onto I 375 / Walter P. Chrysler Freeway toward I 75 North: Flint
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 North: Flint
7
59 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
Take the exit toward M 54: Burton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 109
Toward M 54: Burton
7
59.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward M 54: Burton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 109
Toward M 54: Burton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.66 one way
$21.32 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.71 | $23.41 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.12 | $26.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.06 | $30.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.16 | $3.27 |
| Efficient EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.97 | $2.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.3 | 0 | $9.55 | $4.36 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Burton, MI
Late night in Burton on Sunday
Local time
3:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
3 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
1h 21m 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, as 85% of your travel time will be spent on major roads. The most significant portion of your time behind the wheel involves a 58.1-mile stretch on the Walter P. Chrysler Freeway, which sets the pace for the majority of the trip. While the route transitions onto South Dort Highway and South Center Road as you approach Burton, the drive remains consistent and functional rather than winding or scenic. You will find that the road maintains a steady, predictable rhythm throughout the journey. It is a no-nonsense commute that prioritizes speed and directness over technical maneuvers.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 58.1 mi on Walter P. Chrysler Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Walter P. Chrysler Freeway and South Dort Highway. You will hit about 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Cadillac Square.
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 68.2 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.1 miles (Cadillac Square): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (Chrysler Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles (I 375 / Walter P. Chrysler Freeway): 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.
On the drive from Detroit, MI to Burton, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 54: Burton along the way.
M 54: Burton
59 mi in
|
~1h 5m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 68.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 58.1 miles on Walter P. Chrysler Freeway. 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 0.1 miles (Cadillac Square): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (Chrysler Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles (I 375 / Walter P. Chrysler Freeway): 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 Burton, 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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