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Trip from Edwardsburg, MI to Dearborn, MI

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 34m

Distance

186.5 mi

300 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$29

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
3h 22m ★
6 AM
3h 35m
8 AM
4h 0m
10 AM
3h 44m
12 PM
3h 41m
3 PM
3h 45m
5 PM
3h 58m
8 PM
3h 27m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Edwardsburg, MI, MI

Edwardsburg, MI

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city in Wayne County, Michigan, USA

Dearborn, MI

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Trip Overview

This 185.5-mile drive from Edwardsburg, MI to Dearborn, MI is designed for a single day, taking approximately 3 hours and 4 minutes. You'll navigate primarily local roads, with no highway travel, making it a more hands-on driving experience. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $28, and with just one recommended stop, it’s a straightforward journey. This route is ideal for a relaxed day trip, allowing you to appreciate the local scenery without the pressure of covering vast distances. Both your starting and ending points are within the Midwest region, offering a consistent regional feel throughout your travels.

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

93.3 miles from Edwardsburg, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 52m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 94 133.4 mi 2h 22m
US-131 12.6 mi 14m
South Grand Street 8.8 mi 9m
M-60 7.8 mi 11m
Brownsville Road 7.6 mi 10m
M 62 7.2 mi 10m
Harvey Street 3.8 mi 5m
Schaefer Road 1.6 mi 3m
Longest stretch: I 94 — 133.4 mi, about 2h 22m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Edwardsburg, MI and Dearborn, MI.

1

Start on this road

12 ft · 3 sec · this road
2

Turn right

52 ft · 5 sec
3

Turn right onto M 62

7.2 mi · 10 min · M 62
4

Turn right onto Brownsville Road

7.6 mi · 10 min · Brownsville Road
5

At end of road, turn left onto Walnut Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Walnut Road
6

Turn right onto Harvey Street

1.1 mi · 1 min · Harvey Street
7

Keep slight left at fork onto Harvey Street

2.8 mi · 3 min · Harvey Street
8

Turn left onto M 40

1.6 mi · 2 min · M-40
9

Turn right onto M 60

7.8 mi · 11 min · M-60
10

Turn left onto US 131; M 60

13 mi · 14 min · US-131
11

Continue on US 131

8.8 mi · 9 min · South Grand Street
12

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 94 East: Detroit
13

Merge onto I 94

97 mi · 1 hr 43 min · I 94
14

Keep slight right at fork onto I 94

37 mi · 39 min · I 94
Toward I 94, I 94 Business: Detroit, Ann Arbor Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Exit 208 Toward Greenfield Road, Schaefer Road Use the slight right lane.
16

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Toward Schaefer Road
17

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Toward Schaefer Road, Butler Road Use the slight right lane.
18

Turn left onto Butler Road

0.1 mi · 14 sec · Butler Road
19

At end of road, turn left onto Schaefer Road

1.6 mi · 3 min · Schaefer Road
20

Turn left onto US 12

79 ft · 1 sec · Michigan Avenue
Use the left lane.
21

Arrive at destination

US 12

Trip Plan

Given the 3-hour duration and the local road nature of this 185.5-mile trip, starting your drive in the morning is advisable to allow ample time for any unexpected delays. With only one stop recommended and no significant highway stretches, you have flexibility in pacing. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the estimated cost is $28, and plan your fill-up accordingly, especially since you won't be on interstates where services are more frequent. A practical tip for this route is to familiarize yourself with the specific local roads like Brownsville Road, Walnut Road, and Harvey Street beforehand, as they will be your primary navigation points throughout the journey.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 93.3 miles from Edwardsburg, MI, or about 1h 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 133.4 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 41 miles or 55m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 93.3 miles or 1h 52m 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 55m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dearborn, MI than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Edwardsburg, 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 Edwardsburg, MI

This is one driving day of about 186.5 miles and 3h 34m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Edwardsburg, 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 133.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Oak Park, MI, MI

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Oak Park, MI

93 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

Three Rivers, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Michigan Center, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 93.3 miles from Edwardsburg, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 94 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 133.4 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Tim Hortons

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Portage, Michigan

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour Inexpensiv mile 53.3

Hours: 5 am–7 pm

+12693430910

Visit website

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Portage, Michigan

0.7 mi

Dozer Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ann Arbor, Michigan

1.1 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Haraz Coffee House

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Dearborn, Michigan

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 186.5

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+13134299888

Visit website

Hyperion Coffee Co

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ypsilanti, Michigan

1.1 mi

Qahwah House Coffee - East Dearborn

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Dearborn, Michigan

1.2 mi

Tim Hortons

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour Inexpensiv mile 53.3

Portage, Michigan

Hours: 5 am–7 pm

+12693430910

Visit website

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 53.3

Portage, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+12693453540

Visit website

Dozer Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 146.5

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+17349295217

Visit website

Starbucks

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 53.3

Portage, Michigan

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+12693218713

Visit website

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 79.9

Battle Creek, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+12692237760

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 26.6

Three Rivers, Michigan

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+12698887247

Visit website

Water Street Coffee Joint (Portage)

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 53.3

Portage, Michigan

Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm

+12692711900

Visit website

Sweetwater's Donut Mill

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 53.3

Kalamazoo, Michigan

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+12693884613

Visit website

Haraz Coffee House

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 186.5

Dearborn, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+13134299888

Visit website

Hyperion Coffee Co

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 159.9

Ypsilanti, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+17345475329

Visit website

Qahwah House Coffee - East Dearborn

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 186.5

Dearborn, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+13139084521

Visit website

Sanaa Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 159.9

Ypsilanti, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–11 pm

+17345475696

Rawaq Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour Inexpensiv mile 146.5

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+17344368412

Visit website

Chocolatea

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 53.3

Portage, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–9 pm

+12699032447

Visit website

Gapi Coffee & Sweets at FireKeepers Casino Hotel

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 79.9

Battle Creek, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–12 pm

+18773528777

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 119.9

Jackson, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+15177878722

Visit website

Zap Zone at BIG Best In Games - Ypsilanti

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 159.9

Ypsilanti, Michigan

Hours: 12 pm–12 am

+17349306670

Visit website

Rolling Hills Water Park

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 159.9

Ypsilanti, Michigan

Hours: 12–7 pm

+17344849676

Visit website

Dabls Mbad African Bead Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 186.5

Detroit, Michigan

Hours: 12–5 pm

+13138983007

Visit website

Leslie Science & Nature Center

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 146.5

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+17349971553

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 186.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in

Turn right

Navigation decision point

8
147.3 mi into trip | ~2h 49m in | I 94

Keep slight right at fork onto I 94 toward I 94, I 94 Business: Detroit, Ann Arbor

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, I 94 Business: Detroit, Ann Arbor
8
183.9 mi into trip | ~3h 29m 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
184.5 mi into trip | ~3h 30m 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
186.5 mi into trip | ~3h 34m in | US 12 / Michigan Avenue

Turn left onto US 12 / Michigan Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$29.16 one way

$58.31 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 65 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $32.01 $64.03
premium $4.89 $35.89 $71.78
diesel $5.61 $41.18 $82.35

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$29

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$54–$79

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 65.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 55.9 0 $19.58 $8.95
Efficient EV 46.6 0 $16.32 $7.46
EV Truck/SUV 74.6 0 $26.11 $11.94

Gas CO2

65 kg

EV CO2

22 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 18, 2026

Origin

Edwardsburg, MI

Late night in Edwardsburg on Sunday

Local time

3:59 AM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Dearborn, MI

Late night in Dearborn on Sunday

Local time

3:59 AM

EDT

Current temp

54°F

Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

S 10 to 14 mph 76% chance Live forecast

Flood Watch

Flood Watch issued April 18 at 3:10AM EDT until April 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI

Flash Flood Watch

Flash Flood Watch issued April 18 at 3:10AM EDT until April 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI

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

5 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

3h 34m 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?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 185.5-mile journey, as the highway share is 0%. This means you'll be engaging with the road more frequently, with numerous turns and intersections. While there isn't a defined 'longest stretch' without a turn, the profile suggests a continuous engagement with local roads rather than long, uninterrupted highway segments. The drive progresses by taking you through a series of local roads, including Brownsville Road, Walnut Road, and Harvey Street, offering a consistent, ground-level perspective of the towns and countryside you pass through.

78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 133.4 mi on I 94.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and US-131. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.

Driving Effort 6/10

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 186.5 miles you will encounter 17 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 147.3 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 183.9 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.

On the drive from Edwardsburg, MI to Dearborn, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Ann Arbor along the way.

Ann Arbor

147.3 mi in | ~2h 49m | via I 94

About the Cities

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 3h 34m. Total distance: 186.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 34m 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 133.4 miles on I 94. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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.

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: Navigation decision point; at 147.3 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 183.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 3.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.2 hours — manageable with a long break at Dearborn, MI, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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