Origin
Grand Blanc, MI
Morning in Grand Blanc on Tuesday
Local time
8:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Grand Blanc, MI to Rochester Hills, 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
47m
Distance
38.4 mi
62 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Grand Blanc, MI
Willian Justen de Vasconcellos
Rochester Hills, MI
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Trip Overview
Grand Blanc to Rochester Hills is 38.4 miles and takes about 47 minutes via I-75 South, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused trip primarily within Michigan's Midwest region. Given the short distance and duration, it's an ideal option for a quick drive, perhaps for a day trip or a commute. You'll spend most of your time on the interstate, making it an efficient way to cover the 38.4 miles. Plan for a journey that requires minimal time commitment and allows for plenty of flexibility.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I-75 South | 27.7 mi | 29m |
| South Saginaw Road | 3.4 mi | 4m |
| M 59 | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| West Hamlin Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| South Saginaw Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Crooks Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South Livernois Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Dickson Lane | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I-75 South
— 27.7 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grand Blanc, MI and Rochester Hills, MI.
1
Start on South Saginaw Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Saginaw Street
2
Continue on South Saginaw Road
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
South Saginaw Road
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
4
Merge onto I 75
28 mi
·
29 min
·
I-75 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 77A
Toward M 59 East: Utica
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto M 59
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
M 59
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 44
Toward Crooks Road
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn left onto Crooks Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Crooks Road
Use the left / right lanes.
9
Turn right onto West Hamlin Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Hamlin Road
10
Enter roundabout onto South Livernois Road
214 ft
·
4 sec
·
South Livernois Road
11
Continue on South Livernois Road
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
South Livernois Road
12
Turn right onto Dressler Lane
196 ft
·
13 sec
·
Dressler Lane
13
Turn left onto Downhill Lane
378 ft
·
21 sec
·
Downhill Lane
14
Turn left onto Dickson Lane
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
·
Dickson Lane
15
Arrive at destination
Dickson Lane
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.2 miles from Grand Blanc, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 4.7 and 36.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
4.7 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
I 75 / I-75 South
Merge onto I 75 / I-75 South
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
32.3 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward M 59 East: Utica
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 77A
Toward M 59 East: Utica
5
32.6 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
M 59
Merge onto M 59
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
35.8 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward Crooks Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 44
Toward Crooks Road
6
36.1 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
Crooks Road
Turn left onto Crooks Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.00 one way
$12.01 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.59 | $13.18 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.39 | $14.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.48 | $16.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.03 | $1.84 |
| Efficient EV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.36 | $1.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.38 | $2.46 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Rochester Hills, MI
Morning in Rochester Hills on Tuesday
Local time
8:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
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
47m 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 route is predominantly a highway drive, with 72% of it on major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 27.7 miles on I-75 South. Expect a consistent driving experience for the majority of the trip, characterized by the efficiency of interstate travel. While the primary roads include South Saginaw Road and M-59, the significant portion on I-75 South means you'll likely encounter higher speeds and more consistent traffic flow. The drive is designed for direct transit rather than a winding exploration.
72% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27.7 mi on I-75 South.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I-75 South and South Saginaw Road. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4.7 miles in near I 75 / I-75 South.
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 38.4 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 4.7 miles (I 75 / I-75 South): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.6 miles (M 59): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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 Grand Blanc, MI to Rochester Hills, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 59 East: Utica along the way.
M 59 East: Utica
32.3 mi in
|
~37m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 38.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (72%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 27.7 miles on I-75 South. 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 Rochester Hills, 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 4.7 miles (I 75 / I-75 South): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.6 miles (M 59): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Rochester Hills, 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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