Origin
Dundee, MI
Morning in Dundee on Tuesday
Local time
8:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dundee, MI to Dearborn, MI
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
56m
Distance
49.6 mi
80 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dundee, MI
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Dearborn, MI
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Trip Overview
Dundee, MI to Dearborn, MI is 49.6 miles and takes about 56 minutes via I 94 and US 23, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a short, straightforward trip entirely within Michigan, connecting two points in the Midwest. Expect a highway-focused experience for most of the journey, making it an easy option for a quick transfer or a day trip. Given its brevity, you can easily fit this drive into a busy schedule or use it to extend another regional adventure.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 27.3 mi | 29m |
| US 23 | 18.1 mi | 19m |
| Schaefer Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Tecumseh Street | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| Butler Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Michigan Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 27.3 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dundee, MI and Dearborn, MI.
1
Start on West Main Street
16 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Main Street
2
Turn straight onto M 50
0.6 mi
·
59 sec
·
Tecumseh Street
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward US 23 North: Ann Arbor
4
Merge onto US 23
18 mi
·
19 min
·
US 23
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 94: Detroit, Chicago
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 94 BL East: Detroit, Airports
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 94
27 mi
·
29 min
·
I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 208
Toward Greenfield Road, Schaefer Road
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward Schaefer Road
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward Schaefer Road, Butler Road
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn left onto Butler Road
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Butler Road
12
At end of road, turn left onto Schaefer Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Schaefer Road
13
Turn left onto US 12
79 ft
·
1 sec
·
Michigan Avenue
Use the left lane.
14
Arrive at destination
US 12
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.8 miles from Dundee, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 18.9 and 49.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
18.9 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward I 94: Detroit, Chicago
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 94: Detroit, Chicago
8
19.1 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 94 BL East: Detroit, Airports
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 94 BL East: Detroit, Airports
8
47 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward Greenfield Road, Schaefer Road
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 208
Toward Greenfield Road, Schaefer Road
8
47.6 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Schaefer Road, Butler Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Schaefer Road, Butler Road
6
49.6 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
US 12 / Michigan Avenue
Turn left onto US 12 / Michigan Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.75 one way
$15.51 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.51 | $17.03 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.55 | $19.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.95 | $21.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.21 | $2.38 |
| Efficient EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.34 | $1.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.94 | $3.17 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Dearborn, MI
Morning in Dearborn on Tuesday
Local time
8:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Partly Sunny
SSE 9 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
64°F
Denton, MI
25 mi in
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
6 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
56m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 92% of the journey taking place on major roads like I 94 and US 23. You'll experience a significant stretch of 27.3 miles on I 94 without major interruptions, offering a consistent pace. The character of the drive is largely determined by these main arteries, minimizing complexity and maximizing efficiency. As you approach Dearborn, you'll transition onto Schaefer Road, marking the final segment of this primarily highway-based trip.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27.3 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and US 23. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 18.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
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 11 decision points packed into just 49.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 56m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 18.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Dundee, MI and Dearborn, MI, road signs point toward Chicago and Airports.
Chicago
18.9 mi in
|
~20m
Airports
19.1 mi in
|
~21m
About the Cities
Starting in Dundee, MI
Full guide →Dundee is a village in Monroe County (Michigan).
Arriving in Dearborn, MI
Full guide →Dearborn is a city in Wayne County in the state of Michigan. This article also covers the adjacent community of Dearborn Heights.
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 56m. Total distance: 49.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 27.3 miles on I 94. 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 Dearborn, 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 18.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 47 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Dearborn, 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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