Origin
Grosse Pointe Park, MI
Morning in Grosse Pointe Park on Sunday
Local time
7:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Grosse Pointe Park, MI to Rochester Hills, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
46m
Distance
30.3 mi
49 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Grosse Pointe Park, MI
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Rochester Hills, MI
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Grosse Pointe Park to Rochester Hills, you are looking at a straightforward 32.5-mile journey that typically takes about 42 minutes. This commute is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as the distance is short enough that you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. With a fuel budget of approximately $5, it is an incredibly cost-effective trek between these two Michigan communities. You will primarily utilize Conner Street, I-94 West, and the Edsel Ford Freeway to navigate between the cities. Because both locations are situated within the Midwest, the transition between them is seamless and familiar. It is a practical, no-fuss drive that serves as a reliable connection for those moving between the suburbs of the Detroit metro area.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway | 13.8 mi | 14m |
| Rochester Road | 5.2 mi | 9m |
| Edsel Ford Freeway | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Conner Street | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| South Livernois Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| East Jefferson Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| West Auburn Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Dickson Lane | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
— 13.8 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grosse Pointe Park, MI and Rochester Hills, MI.
1
Start on East Jefferson Avenue
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East Jefferson Avenue
Use the left lane.
2
Turn right onto Conner Street
2.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Conner Street
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 94 West
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto I 94
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Edsel Ford Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Exit 216A
Toward I 75: Toledo, Flint
Use the slight right lane.
6
Turn slight right
0.3 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 75 North: Flint
Use the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto I 75
14 mi
·
14 min
·
North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 67
Toward Rochester Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn right onto Rochester Road
5.2 mi
·
9 min
·
Rochester Road
Use the right lane.
10
Turn left onto West Auburn Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Auburn Road
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto South Livernois Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
South Livernois Road
12
Enter roundabout onto South Livernois Road
115 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Livernois Road
13
Continue on South Livernois Road
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
South Livernois Road
14
Turn right onto Dressler Lane
196 ft
·
13 sec
·
Dressler Lane
15
Turn left onto Downhill Lane
378 ft
·
21 sec
·
Downhill Lane
16
Turn left onto Dickson Lane
0.2 mi
·
51 sec
·
Dickson Lane
17
Arrive at destination
Dickson Lane
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.2 miles from Grosse Pointe Park, 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 3.6 and 22.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
3.6 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the ramp toward I 94 West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 94 West
5
3.8 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
I 94 / Edsel Ford Freeway
Merge onto I 94 / Edsel Ford Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
7.6 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward I 75: Toledo, Flint
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 216A
Toward I 75: Toledo, Flint
7
21.9 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward Rochester Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 67
Toward Rochester Road
6
22.3 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
Rochester Road
Turn right onto Rochester Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.74 one way
$9.47 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.20 | $10.40 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.83 | $11.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.69 | $13.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.18 | $1.45 |
| Efficient EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.65 | $1.21 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.24 | $1.94 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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 Sunday
Local time
7:53 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
46m 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 turn-heavy local drive rather than a wide-open highway cruise on this route. While you will utilize segments of the Edsel Ford Freeway and I-94 West, the highway share is effectively 0%, meaning you will spend the bulk of your time navigating local surface streets. Because of this, you won't encounter long, uninterrupted stretches of high-speed driving. The personality of this trip is defined by frequent turns and urban navigation, requiring your full attention as you transition between intersections. It is a technical, low-speed drive that rewards drivers who stay alert at every turn rather than those looking to settle into a long-distance cruise.
58% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.8 mi on North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 3.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 30.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 46m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles (I 94 / Edsel Ford Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.6 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.
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 Grosse Pointe Park, MI to Rochester Hills, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Flint along the way.
Flint
7.6 mi in
|
~14m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 46m. Total distance: 30.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.8 miles on North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway. 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 3.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles (I 94 / Edsel Ford Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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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