Detroit to Drummond is 360.6 miles and takes about 7h 13m via I 75, with a fuel budget near $55 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This all-Michigan drive stays within the Midwest region, largely following I-75 north. Expect a straightforward trip with minimal fuss, perfect for a single-day excursion. With 2 planned stops and a mostly highway profile, you'll find this route efficient for reaching your destination.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
180.3 miles from Detroit, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 11m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
247.6 mi
4h 14m
Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
60 mi
1h 5m
North Huron Shore Drive
40.7 mi
1h
East Channel Road
7.9 mi
13m
South Townline Road
1.5 mi
3m
DeTour ↔ Drummond Island
1 mi
30m
Monroe Street
0.4 mi
1m
East Maxton Road
0.4 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 247.6 mi, about 4h 14m
Traffic on I-75
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 73 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,406 veh/hr typical
· worst 3,359
Quietest
2 AM
~147 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
16.4×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Detroit, MI and Drummond, MI.
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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 NorthUse 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
60 mi·1 hr 5 min·Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Toward I 75 North: FlintUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
52 mi·56 min·I 75
Toward I 75: Saginaw
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23
63 mi·1 hr 3 min·I 75; US 23
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
132 mi·2 hr 15 min·I 75
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 359Toward M 134: De Tour Village, Drummond Island
12
Turn right onto M 134
41 mi·1 hr·North Huron Shore Drive
13
Turn right onto M 134
0.1 mi·15 sec·Elizabeth Street
14
Keep slight left at fork onto M 134
169 ft·2 sec·Elizabeth Street
15
Continue on M 134
1.0 mi·30 min·DeTour ↔ Drummond Island
16
Continue on M 134
7.9 mi·13 min·East Channel Road
17
Turn left onto South Townline Road
1.5 mi·3 min·South Townline Road
18
Turn right onto East Maxton Road
0.4 mi·1 min·East Maxton Road
19
Turn right onto South Wasnich Road
155 ft·6 sec·South Wasnich Road
20
Arrive at destination
South Wasnich Road
Trip Plan
Aim to leave Detroit in the morning to maximize daylight for your 7h 13m drive. With only 2 recommended stops, you can afford to be flexible with your breaks, but consider pausing around the halfway point. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 247.6-mile stretch on I-75 where services might be less frequent than closer to urban areas. The estimated fuel cost of $55 should help you budget accordingly for this trip.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 180.3 miles from Detroit, MI, or about 3h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 247.6 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 79 miles or 1h 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 180.3 miles or 3h 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Drummond, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Detroit, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Detroit, MI
This is one driving day of about 360.6 miles and 7h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 79 miles from Detroit, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 247.6 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 308.5 — 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
5
0.3 mi into trip|~1m in|Monroe Street
Turn right onto Monroe Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
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
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308.5 mi into trip|~5h 22m in
Take the exit toward M 134: De Tour Village, Drummond Island
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 359
Toward M 134: De Tour Village, Drummond Island
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$59.95 one way
$119.91 round trip
$4.22/gal25.4 MPG avg126 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.60
$65.31
$130.61
premium
$5.18
$73.58
$147.16
diesel
$5.35
$75.95
$151.91
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$60
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$85–$110
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 126.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $38 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
108.2
1
$37.86
$17.31
Efficient EV
90.2
1
$31.55
$14.42
EV Truck/SUV
144.2
1
$50.48
$23.08
Gas CO2
126 kg
EV CO2
42 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Jun 1, 2026
Origin
Detroit, MI
Afternoon
in Detroit on Wednesday
Local time
3:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Mostly Clear
NNW 2 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Drummond, MI
Afternoon
in Drummond on Wednesday
Local time
3:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Mostly Clear
E 0 to 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
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
8 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
7h 13m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is predominantly highway driving, with 85% of the 360.6 miles on major roadways like I-75. You'll encounter your longest continuous stretch on I-75, covering 247.6 miles. The transition from highway to surface roads will occur after this long segment, as you approach your destination. Be prepared for the dense exit activity common on interstate routes for most of your drive.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 247.6 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Walter P. Chrysler Freeway. You will hit about 16 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 Effort6/10
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 360.6 miles you will encounter 16 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 0.3 miles (Monroe Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (Chrysler Drive): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,351 ft588 ft
Total Climb
1,284 ft
Total Descent
1,258 ft
Highest Point
1,351 ft
~231.8 mi in
Elevation Range
764 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Detroit, MI and Drummond, MI, road signs point toward M 134: De Tour Village and Drummond Island.
Detroit is a major metropolis in the US state of Michigan that has had a profound impact on the world. From the advent of the automotive assembly line to the Motown sound, modern techno and rock music, Detroit continues to shape both American and global culture. The city has seen many of its historic buildings renovated, and is bustling with new developments and attractions that complement its world-class museums and theatres. After a long economic slump and decrease in population, Detroit has developed a reputation for crime and urban decline, but revitalization means that it is an exciting destination filled with technological advance and historic charm.
Top landmarks
•Detroit Institute of Arts — art museum in Detroit, Michigan
•Michigan Central Station — historic former railroad station in Detroit, Michigan
•Fisher Building — skyscraper in Detroit, Michigan, United States, including the Fisher Theater
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 13m. Total distance: 360.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 13m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 247.6 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 29 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Drummond, 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 2 meaningful breaks. There are 29 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Cadillac Square): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (Monroe Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (Chrysler Drive): Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.2 hours each way, a round trip means 14.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Drummond, MI before the return drive.
