This 140.4-mile drive from Detroit to Stony Point, Michigan, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 49 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $22, it's an economical option for a quick getaway within the Midwest region. The route is primarily highway-focused, making it a straightforward journey for those who prefer consistent speed. You'll spend a good portion of your time on major interstates, so plan for a drive that emphasizes efficiency over leisurely sightseeing. This trip is best suited for a single day, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.
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
70.2 miles from Detroit, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 18m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 94
66.7 mi
1h 11m
M 14
22.8 mi
24m
Jeffries Freeway (Express)
14.5 mi
15m
West Michigan Avenue
6.1 mi
9m
East Michigan Avenue
4.8 mi
5m
Jeffries Freeway
4.8 mi
5m
M 89
4.3 mi
4m
Kellogg School Road
3.8 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 66.7 mi, about 1h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Detroit, MI and Stony Point, MI.
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Start on Cadillac Square
313 ft·14 sec·Cadillac Square
2
Turn right onto Bates Street
247 ft·7 sec·Bates Street
3
Turn right onto East Congress Street
0.1 mi·38 sec·East Congress Street
4
Turn left onto Griswold Street
0.1 mi·25 sec·Griswold Street
5
Turn right onto M 10
0.3 mi·31 sec·West Jefferson Avenue
6
Continue on M 10
0.8 mi·1 min·John C Lodge Freeway
7
Take the exit
318 ft·7 sec
Exit 2AToward I 75: Toledo, FlintUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
1.2 mi·2 min
Toward I 75 South: ToledoUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·43 sec
Toward I 96 West: LansingUse the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto I 96
4.8 mi·5 min·Jeffries Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
14 mi·15 min·Jeffries Freeway (Express)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on M 14
17 mi·18 min·M 14
13
Keep slight left at fork onto M 14
5.4 mi·5 min·M 14
Exit 45Toward M 14: Ann ArborUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 94
67 mi·1 hr 11 min·I 94
Toward I 94 West: Chicago
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward M 311, M 96, I 94 BL: Battle Creek
16
Continue on Wheatfield Parkway
0.3 mi·31 sec·Wheatfield Parkway
17
Turn right onto I 94 BL; M 96
2.7 mi·3 min·East Michigan Avenue
18
Keep slight right at fork onto I 94 BL
2.1 mi·2 min·East Michigan Avenue
19
Turn left onto I 94 BL
352 ft·6 sec·Hamblin Street
20
Continue on East Hamblin Avenue
0.8 mi·1 min·East Hamblin Avenue
21
Turn right onto M 89
0.2 mi·17 sec·South Washington Avenue
22
Turn left onto M 89
6.1 mi·9 min·West Michigan Avenue
23
Turn slight right onto M 89
0.2 mi·16 sec·M-89
24
Continue on M 89
4.3 mi·4 min·M 89
25
Turn right onto North 40th Street
3.3 mi·7 min·North 40th Street
26
Continue on East Baseline Road
397 ft·10 sec·East Baseline Road
27
Continue on Kellogg School Road
3.8 mi·5 min·Kellogg School Road
28
Continue on Osborne Road
0.4 mi·51 sec·Osborne Road
29
Continue on South Floria Road
1.7 mi·4 min·South Floria Road
30
Turn straight onto M 43
417 ft·7 sec·South M-43 Highway
31
Continue on M 43
0.8 mi·1 min·South Grove Street
32
Turn left onto Delton Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Delton Road
33
Turn left onto Stoney Point Drive
0.6 mi·2 min·Stoney Point Drive
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Arrive at destination
Stoney Point Drive
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour 49-minute duration, leaving Detroit in the morning allows ample time to reach Stony Point without feeling rushed. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing your journey. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch on I-94 is 66.7 miles, so it’s wise to refuel before embarking on that segment. The estimated fuel cost of $22 is a good budget to keep in mind for this 140.4-mile trip.
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 70.2 miles from Detroit, MI, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66.7 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 31 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 70.2 miles or 1h 18m 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 7m
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 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Detroit, MI
This is one driving day of about 140.4 miles and 2h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Detroit, 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 I 94 for about 66.7 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 20
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.4 and 39.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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1.4 mi into trip|~3m in
Take the exit toward I 75: Toledo, Flint
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 2A
Toward I 75: Toledo, Flint
7
1.5 mi into trip|~3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 75 South: Toledo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75 South: Toledo
7
2.7 mi into trip|~5m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 96 West: Lansing
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 96 West: Lansing
6
8 mi into trip|~11m in|I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Express)
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Express)
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
39.9 mi into trip|~46m in|M 14
Keep slight left at fork onto M 14 toward M 14: Ann Arbor
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 45
Toward M 14: Ann Arbor
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.95 one way
$43.90 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg49 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$24.10
$48.20
premium
$4.89
$27.02
$54.04
diesel
$5.61
$31.00
$62.00
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 49.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
42.1
0
$14.74
$6.74
Efficient EV
35.1
0
$12.29
$5.62
EV Truck/SUV
56.2
0
$19.66
$8.99
Gas CO2
49 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Detroit, MI
Morning
in Detroit on Tuesday
Local time
7:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Stony Point, MI
Morning
in Stony Point on Tuesday
Local time
7:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Jackson, MI
70 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
1 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
2h 49m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for this 140.4-mile journey, with 62% of the drive utilizing major freeways. You'll navigate on I-94 and M-14, including stretches of the Jeffries Freeway (Express), which means consistent speed and less interaction with local traffic. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 66.7 miles on I-94, offering a substantial period of steady driving. While largely an interstate experience, the transition between these main roads will define the character of your time behind the wheel.
62% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 66.7 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and M 14. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 140.4 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: at 1.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles: 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.
Between Detroit, MI and Stony Point, MI, road signs point toward M 14: Ann Arbor, M 311 and M 96.
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.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 49m. Total distance: 140.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (62%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 66.7 miles on I 94. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 13 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 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. There are 13 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles: 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 Stony Point, MI before heading back.
