Origin
Hazel Park, MI
Morning in Hazel Park on Tuesday
Local time
11:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hazel Park, MI to Detroit, 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
14m
Distance
10.6 mi
17 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 14m
★
6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 18m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 14m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hazel Park, MI
Muhammad Rasyad
Detroit, MI
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Trip Overview
This quick 10.6-mile drive from Hazel Park, MI to Detroit, MI is easily manageable in just 14 minutes, making it an ideal short trip. You'll primarily be on the South Walter P. Chrysler Freeway and Walter P. Chrysler Freeway, with a brief stint on East Congress Street. With an estimated fuel cost of just $2, this route is very budget-friendly. Since it's a short distance, it's perfect for a single-day excursion and doesn't require an overnight stay. The route is focused on highway travel, offering a straightforward commute between two points within the Midwest region.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Walter P. Chrysler Freeway | 8.3 mi | 9m |
| Walter P. Chrysler Freeway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Congress Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| John R Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Chrysler Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Woodward Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Chrysler Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Cadillac Square | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
— 8.3 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hazel Park, MI and Detroit, MI.
1
Start on John R Road
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
John R Road
2
Turn left onto South Chrysler Drive
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
South Chrysler Drive
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 75 South
Use the slight left lane.
4
Merge onto I 75
8.3 mi
·
9 min
·
South Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 375
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward Jefferson Avenue East
Use the slight right lane.
7
Turn straight onto Chrysler Drive
133 ft
·
8 sec
·
Chrysler Drive
8
Turn right onto East Congress Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Congress Street
Use the left lane.
9
Turn right onto Woodward Avenue
449 ft
·
19 sec
·
Woodward Avenue
10
Turn right onto Cadillac Square
126 ft
·
4 sec
·
Cadillac Square
11
Arrive at destination
Cadillac Square
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 10 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South Chrysler Drive
Turn left onto South Chrysler Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
6
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 75 South
6
9 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
I 375 / Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 375 / Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
9.7 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward Jefferson Avenue East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Jefferson Avenue East
6
10 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
East Congress Street
Turn right onto East Congress Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.66 one way
$3.31 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.82 | $3.64 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.04 | $4.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.34 | $4.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.11 | $0.51 |
| Efficient EV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.93 | $0.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.48 | $0.68 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Detroit, MI
Morning in Detroit on Tuesday
Local time
11:20 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
14m 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 highway-focused drive for this 10.6-mile journey, with 86% of the route utilizing freeways. The main roads you'll encounter include the South Walter P. Chrysler Freeway, Walter P. Chrysler Freeway, and East Congress Street. You'll experience a longest stretch of 8.3 miles on the South Walter P. Chrysler Freeway, meaning most of your travel will be on uninterrupted highway. This profile suggests a driving experience characterized by consistent speed and minimal local road navigation, making for a direct trip.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 8.3 mi on South Walter P. Chrysler Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on South Walter P. Chrysler Freeway and Walter P. Chrysler Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near South Chrysler Drive.
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 8 decision points packed into just 10.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 14m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (South Chrysler Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 9 miles (I 375 / Walter P. Chrysler Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Hazel Park, MI to Detroit, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Jefferson Avenue East along the way.
Jefferson Avenue East
9.7 mi in
|
~12m
About the Cities
Arriving in Detroit, MI
Full guide →Detroit is a major metropolis in the US state of Michigan that has had a profound impact on the world. From the advent of the automotive assembly line to the Motown sound, modern techno and rock music, Detroit continues to shape both American and global culture. The city has seen many of its historic buildings renovated, and is bustling with new developments and attractions that complement its world-class museums and theatres. After a long economic slump and decrease in population, Detroit has developed a reputation for crime and urban decline, but revitalization means that it is an exciting destination filled with technological advance and historic charm.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 14m. Total distance: 10.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 8.3 miles on South 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 Detroit, 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 0.3 miles (South Chrysler Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 9 miles (I 375 / Walter P. Chrysler Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Detroit, 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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