Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 12m
Distance
61.4 mi
99 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Ida, MI
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This straightforward 61.4-mile drive from Farmington Hills, MI, to Ida, MI, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 12 minutes. The route primarily utilizes US 23 and M 14, with a portion on the Disabled American Veterans Memorial Highway, offering a mixed driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $10, this journey through the Midwest is an economical option. Since there are no recommended stops and the longest stretch is just under 30 miles, you'll have plenty of flexibility to adjust your timing. This makes it a convenient option for a quick getaway or an errand run.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 23 | 28.7 mi | 30m |
| M 14 | 14.1 mi | 15m |
| Disabled American Veterans Memorial Highway | 5.8 mi | 6m |
| Ida West Road | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| Walter P Reuther Freeway | 2.7 mi | 2m |
| West 12 Mile Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Farmington Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Orchard Lake Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Farmington Hills, MI and Ida, MI.
Start on Farmington Road
Turn right onto West 12 Mile Road
Turn right onto Orchard Lake Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 696
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 275; I 96
Take the exit
Merge onto M 14
Take the exit
Merge onto US 23
Take the exit
Turn left onto Ida West Road
Turn right onto Lewis Avenue
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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.
A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 30.7 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.2 and 56.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit toward I 96 East, I 275: Toledo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 96 East, I 275: Toledo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 96, I 275: Detroit, Toledo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward US 23 South: Toledo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Ida, Petersburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$9.60 one way
$19.20 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.54 | $21.08 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.82 | $23.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.56 | $27.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.45 | $2.95 |
| Efficient EV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.37 | $2.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.6 | 0 | $8.60 | $3.93 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Farmington Hills on Tuesday
Local time
6:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Morning in Ida on Tuesday
Local time
6:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a varied drive with 51% of the route being highway, offering stretches of faster travel. The longest uninterrupted segment spans 28.7 miles on US 23, providing a consistent pace. As you transition between US 23, M 14, and the Disabled American Veterans Memorial Highway, the road character shifts, presenting a mixed driving profile. This isn't a monotonous journey; you'll experience both efficient highway cruising and potentially more varied conditions as you approach your destination. The drive offers a good balance for those who appreciate a bit of everything on the road.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.2 miles in.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 61.4 miles you will encounter 15 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 5.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Farmington Hills, MI and Ida, MI, road signs point toward Toledo, M 14: Ann Arbor and Petersburg.
Toledo
M 14: Ann Arbor
Petersburg
Farmington Hills is a city in Oakland County in Michigan. It almost completely surrounds the smaller city of Farmington.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 61.4 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 (51%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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