Origin
Haslett, MI
Late night in Haslett on Sunday
Local time
1:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Haslett, MI to Southfield, 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 22m
Distance
68.2 mi
110 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Haslett, MI
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Southfield, MI
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Trip Overview
Haslett, MI to Southfield, MI is 68.2 miles and takes about 1 hour 22 minutes via I 96 and Walter P Reuther Freeway, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest region, moving from one part of Michigan to another. It's a straightforward drive, primarily on major highways, making it an efficient option for getting between these two locations. You should expect a relatively quick journey with minimal detours needed, suitable for a single-day trip.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 96 | 40.9 mi | 43m |
| East Grand River | 9 mi | 13m |
| Walter P Reuther Freeway | 8.9 mi | 10m |
| John C Lodge Freeway | 2.5 mi | 2m |
| Cornell Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| West Grand River Avenue | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| West 10 Mile Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Stockbridge Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 40.9 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Haslett, MI and Southfield, MI.
1
Start on Haslett Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Haslett Road
2
Turn right onto Cornell Road
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Cornell Road
3
Turn left onto M 43
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West Grand River Avenue
4
Continue on M 43
9.0 mi
·
13 min
·
East Grand River
5
Turn right onto M 43; M 52
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Stockbridge Road
Use the right lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
7
Merge onto I 96
41 mi
·
43 min
·
I 96
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on I 696
8.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Walter P Reuther Freeway
Toward I 696 East, M 5 East: Port Huron
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto M 10
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
John C Lodge Freeway
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 15
Toward 10 Mile Road, Evergreen Road
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn straight onto Northwestern Highway
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Northwestern Highway
12
Turn left onto West 10 Mile Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West 10 Mile Road
13
Arrive at destination
West 10 Mile Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.1 miles from Haslett, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 13.1 and 66.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
13.1 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
M 43; M 52 / Stockbridge Road
Turn right onto M 43; M 52 / Stockbridge Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
14 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the ramp toward I 96 East: Detroit
Navigation decision point
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
5
14.3 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
I 96
Merge onto I 96
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
55.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
I 696 / Walter P Reuther Freeway
Continue onto I 696 / Walter P Reuther Freeway toward I 696 East, M 5 East: Port Huron
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 696 East, M 5 East: Port Huron
8
66.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
Take the exit toward 10 Mile Road, Evergreen 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 15
Toward 10 Mile Road, Evergreen Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.66 one way
$21.32 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.71 | $23.41 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.12 | $26.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.06 | $30.12 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.16 | $3.27 |
| Efficient EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.97 | $2.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.3 | 0 | $9.55 | $4.36 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Destination
Southfield, MI
Late night in Southfield on Sunday
Local time
1:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°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
21 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
1h 22m 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-focused drive, with 77% of it utilizing major freeways like I 96 and the Walter P Reuther Freeway. You'll experience a longest uninterrupted stretch of 40.9 miles on I 96, offering a consistent pace. While the majority is highway, there are segments on East Grand River that provide a slight change of scenery before merging back onto faster roads. Expect a driving experience characterized by smooth, high-speed travel for most of the journey.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 40.9 mi on I 96.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and East Grand River. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 13.1 miles in near M 43; M 52 / Stockbridge Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 68.2 miles you will encounter 9 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 13.1 miles (M 43; M 52 / Stockbridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 14 miles: Navigation decision point; at 14.3 miles (I 96): 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 Haslett, MI to Southfield, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 5 East: Port Huron along the way.
M 5 East: Port Huron
55.3 mi in
|
~1h 6m
|
via I 696
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 68.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 40.9 miles on I 96. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 13.1 miles (M 43; M 52 / Stockbridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 14 miles: Navigation decision point; at 14.3 miles (I 96): 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 Southfield, 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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