Origin
Farmington Hills, MI
Late night in Farmington Hills on Sunday
Local time
4:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Farmington Hills, MI to Burton, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
47.7 mi
77 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 24m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 17m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Farmington Hills, MI
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Burton, MI
BREAKS OUT
Trip Overview
Traveling from Farmington Hills to Burton is a straightforward 47.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 12 minutes. Because the distance is relatively short, you can easily complete this trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $7 on fuel for the entire excursion. Navigating through the Midwest, you will utilize a combination of I-75, Haggerty Road, and South Williams Lake Road. This drive is ideal for those seeking a quick transition between these Michigan locations, offering a practical, no-fuss commute that fits perfectly into a busy schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 16 mi | 17m |
| Haggerty Road | 5.5 mi | 9m |
| South Williams Lake Road | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| South Dort Highway | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| West 12 Mile Road | 3 mi | 5m |
| Union Lake Road | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| South Center Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| White Lake Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 16 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Farmington Hills, MI and Burton, MI.
1
Start on Farmington Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Farmington Road
2
Turn left onto West 12 Mile Road
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
West 12 Mile Road
3
Turn right onto Haggerty Road
5.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Haggerty Road
Use the right lane.
4
At end of road, turn left onto Richardson Road
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Richardson Road
5
Turn right onto Union Lake Road
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Union Lake Road
6
Turn right onto Cooley Lake Road
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Cooley Lake Road
7
Turn left onto South Williams Lake Road
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
South Williams Lake Road
Use the left lane.
8
Turn left onto Maceday Lake Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Maceday Lake Road
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto Nelsey Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Nelsey Road
10
Continue on White Lake Road
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
White Lake Road
11
Turn left onto US 24
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Dixie Highway
12
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
13
Merge onto I 75
16 mi
·
17 min
·
I 75
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 109
Toward M 54: Burton
Use the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 109
Toward M 54: Burton
16
Enter roundabout onto M 54
64 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Dort Highway
17
Continue on M 54
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
South Dort Highway
18
Turn right onto East Bristol Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Bristol Road
19
Turn left onto South Center Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
South Center Road
20
Turn right onto Lippincott Boulevard
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Lippincott Boulevard
21
Turn right onto Amy Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Amy Street
22
Arrive at destination
Amy Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.9 miles from Farmington Hills, 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 175 decision points cluster between mile 3.9 and 38.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
3.9 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
Haggerty Road
Turn right onto Haggerty Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
12.5 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
South Williams Lake Road
Turn left onto South Williams Lake Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
17.5 mi into trip
|
~30m in
|
Maceday Lake Road
Turn left onto Maceday Lake Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
38.5 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Take the exit toward M 54: Burton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 109
Toward M 54: Burton
7
38.7 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Keep slight left at fork toward M 54: Burton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 109
Toward M 54: Burton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.46 one way
$14.91 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.19 | $16.38 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.18 | $18.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.53 | $21.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.7 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 | 14.3 | 0 | $5.01 | $2.29 |
| Efficient EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.17 | $1.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.68 | $3.05 |
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
Burton, MI
Late night in Burton on Sunday
Local time
4:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
19 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
1h 12m 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?
This trip features a mixed drive profile, requiring you to navigate both local roads and higher-speed thoroughfares. With a highway share of 33 percent, you will experience a balance between suburban navigation and interstate travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during your 16-mile segment on I-75, which provides the most consistent pace of the trip. As you transition between the various roads, be prepared for shifting traffic patterns that require your full attention behind the wheel. The road personality is functional rather than leisurely, emphasizing efficiency as you move through these Michigan corridors.
33% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.9 miles in near Haggerty Road.
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 47.7 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: at 3.9 miles (Haggerty Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.5 miles (South Williams Lake Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.5 miles (Maceday Lake Road): 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.
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 Farmington Hills, MI to Burton, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 54: Burton along the way.
M 54: Burton
38.5 mi in
|
~56m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 47.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (33%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16 miles on I 75. 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 Burton, 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 3.9 miles (Haggerty Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.5 miles (South Williams Lake Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 17.5 miles (Maceday Lake Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Burton, 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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