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Trip from Fabius, MI to Dearborn, MI

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 59m

Distance

161.8 mi

260 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$25

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
2h 48m ★
6 AM
3h 0m
8 AM
3h 22m
10 AM
3h 8m
12 PM
3h 5m
3 PM
3h 9m
5 PM
3h 21m
8 PM
2h 53m

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

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Downtown Fabius, MI, MI

Fabius, MI

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city in Wayne County, Michigan, USA

Dearborn, MI

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Trip Overview

This 161.8-mile drive from Fabius to Dearborn, Michigan, is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 59 minutes. With 90% of the route on highways, it's a brisk trip with an estimated fuel cost of around $25. This drive stays within the Midwest region, making it a convenient option for local travel. It's designed for efficiency, allowing you to cover ground quickly. The overall feel is practical, prioritizing getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.

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

80.9 miles from Fabius, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 30m 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 3.8 mi 5m
Schaefer Road 1.6 mi 3m
Butler Road 0.1 mi <1m
Michigan Avenue <0.1 mi <1m
Youngs Prairie Road <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 94 — 133.4 mi, about 2h 22m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Youngs Prairie Road

78 ft · 4 sec · Youngs Prairie Road
2

Turn right onto M 60

3.8 mi · 5 min · M-60
3

Turn left onto US 131; M 60

13 mi · 14 min · US-131
4

Continue on US 131

8.8 mi · 9 min · South Grand Street
5

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 94 East: Detroit
6

Merge onto I 94

97 mi · 1 hr 43 min · I 94
7

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.
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

Trip Plan

Given its manageable duration of under 3 hours, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, offering flexibility in your departure time. Plan for just one stop, perhaps to refuel or stretch your legs, though the drive is short enough that extensive breaks might not be necessary. The longest stretch on I-94 means you can settle in for a good portion of the journey. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $25, and ensure you're prepared for highway speeds for most of the 161.8 miles.

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 80.9 miles from Fabius, MI, or about 1h 30m 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 36 miles or 41m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 80.9 miles or 1h 30m 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 25m

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 Fabius, 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 Fabius, MI

This is one driving day of about 161.8 miles and 2h 59m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Fabius, 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 Michigan Center, MI, MI

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Michigan Center, MI

81 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

Kalamazoo, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Michigan Center, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 80.9 miles from Fabius, 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.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · final third

Zingerman's Coffee Company

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third · 39min to go 1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+17349296060

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RoosRoast Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ann Arbor, Michigan

1.6 mi

The Drip House Coffee

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Ann Arbor, Michigan

1.5 mi

Best coffee break · home stretch

Haraz Coffee House

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Dearborn, Michigan

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 0min to go 0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+13134299888

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Qahwah House Coffee - East Dearborn

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Dearborn, Michigan

1.2 mi

Black Diesel Coffee

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Ann Arbor, Michigan

2 mi

Zingerman's Coffee Company

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

Final third 1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+17349296060

Visit website

RoosRoast Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+17342229202

Visit website

The Drip House Coffee

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm

+17348004135

Visit website

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Jackson, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+15173154061

Visit website

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

Kalamazoo, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+12694472129

Visit website

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour Moderately

Jackson, Michigan

Hours: 5 am–7 pm

+15177809558

Visit website

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Jackson, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+15179900800

Visit website

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10

Battle Creek, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+12697192031

Visit website

Haraz Coffee House

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Dearborn, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+13134299888

Visit website

Qahwah House Coffee - East Dearborn

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Dearborn, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–11 pm

+13139084521

Visit website

Black Diesel Coffee

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 6:30 am–7 pm

+17344368355

Visit website

Venue Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+17348229821

Visit website

RoosRoast Liberty

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+17343692494

Visit website

Comet Coffee

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 7:30 am–6:30 pm

+17342220579

Visit website

Chocolatea

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20

Portage, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–9 pm

+12699032447

Visit website

Vertex Coffee Roasters Ann Arbor

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+17347807060

Visit website

Dabls Mbad African Bead Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

Home stretch 4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour

Detroit, Michigan

Hours: 12–5 pm

+13138983007

Visit website

Leslie Science & Nature Center

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

Final third 4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+17349971553

Visit website

Zap Zone at BIG Best In Games - Ypsilanti

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

Final third 4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour

Ypsilanti, Michigan

Hours: 12 pm–12 am

+17349306670

Visit website

Airborne Adventure Park - Taylor, MI

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

Home stretch 4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour

Taylor, Michigan

Hours: 4–8 pm

+17342252233

Visit website

Bow in the Clouds Preserve

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~12 min detour

Early stretch 5 mi from route ~12 min detour

Kalamazoo, Michigan

Hours: 7:30 am–5:30 pm

+12693241600

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 10

5 decision points cluster between mile 122.7 and 161.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
122.7 mi into trip | ~2h 14m 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
159.2 mi into trip | ~2h 54m 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
5
159.5 mi into trip | ~2h 54m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Schaefer Road

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward Schaefer Road
8
159.9 mi into trip | ~2h 55m 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
161.8 mi into trip | ~2h 59m in | US 12 / Michigan Avenue

Turn left onto US 12 / Michigan Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$25.30 one way

$50.59 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 57 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $27.77 $55.55
premium $4.89 $31.14 $62.27
diesel $5.61 $35.72 $71.45

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$25

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$50–$75

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 56.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 48.5 0 $16.99 $7.77
Efficient EV 40.5 0 $14.16 $6.47
EV Truck/SUV 64.7 0 $22.65 $10.36

Gas CO2

57 kg

EV CO2

19 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

Fabius, MI

Morning in Fabius on Tuesday

Local time

11:18 AM

EDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Dearborn, MI

Morning in Dearborn on Tuesday

Local time

11:18 AM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live 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

1 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

2h 59m 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 predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 90% of your travel occurring on major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 133.4 miles, primarily on I-94, suggesting long periods of consistent driving. You'll navigate using I-94 and US-131, with a portion on South Grand Street. This profile indicates a drive characterized by steady speeds and minimal interruptions, ideal for those who prefer to maintain momentum.

90% 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: 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 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 122.7 miles in near I 94.

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 161.8 miles you will encounter 10 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 122.7 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 159.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 159.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

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 Fabius, MI to Dearborn, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Ann Arbor along the way.

Ann Arbor

122.7 mi in | ~2h 14m | 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 2h 59m. Total distance: 161.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (90%). 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.

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: at 122.7 miles (I 94): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 159.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 159.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

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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