Trip from Highland Park, MI to Taylor, MI

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 21m

Distance

120 mi

193 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min

4 AM

2h 12m ★

6 AM

2h 21m

8 AM

2h 41m

10 AM

2h 28m

12 PM

2h 26m

3 PM

2h 29m

5 PM

2h 40m

8 PM

2h 15m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

This 120-mile drive from Highland Park, MI, to Taylor, MI, is designed for a single day, taking an estimated 2 hours and 21 minutes to complete. You'll spend about 80% of your time on highways, making it a predominantly highway-focused journey. With a fuel cost estimated at $19, this trip is quite budget-friendly. Since there are no recommended stops and the longest uninterrupted stretch is over 96 miles, you can easily complete this route in one go without needing an overnight stay. Both your origin and destination are within the Midwest region, so expect a familiar driving landscape.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

60 miles from Highland Park, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 14m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 94	96.1 mi	1h 42m
West Michigan Avenue	6.1 mi	10m
M 89	5.7 mi	6m
East Michigan Avenue	5.1 mi	6m
Wick Road	1 mi	2m
South Beech Daly Road	0.9 mi	1m
West Hamblin Avenue	0.8 mi	1m
North 37th Street	0.8 mi	2m

Longest stretch: I 94 — 96.1 mi, about 1h 42m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Highland Park, MI and Taylor, MI.

Start on Fraulin Drive

353 ft · 15 sec · Fraulin Drive

Continue on East C Avenue

520 ft · 26 sec · East C Avenue

Turn left onto West Gull Lake Drive

0.6 mi · 1 min · West Gull Lake Drive

Continue on North 36th Street

0.3 mi · 38 sec · North 36th Street

Continue on East CD Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · East CD Avenue

Turn right onto North 37th Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · North 37th Street

Turn left onto East D Avenue

0.3 mi · 1 min · East D Avenue

Turn right onto North 37th Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · North 37th Street

Turn left onto M 89

5.7 mi · 6 min · M 89

Continue on M 89

0.2 mi · 17 sec · M-89

Continue on M 89

6.1 mi · 10 min · West Michigan Avenue

Turn right onto M 89

0.2 mi · 17 sec · South Washington Avenue

Turn left onto West Hamblin Avenue

0.8 mi · 1 min · West Hamblin Avenue

Continue on I 94 BL

352 ft · 8 sec · Hamblin Street

Turn right onto I 94 BL

2.0 mi · 2 min · East Michigan Avenue

Turn right onto I 94 BL

55 ft · 4 sec · I 94 BL

Continue on I 94 BL; M 96

0.1 mi · 7 sec · East Columbia Avenue

Merge onto I 94 BL; M 96

3.1 mi · 3 min · East Michigan Avenue

Turn sharp left onto I 94 BL; M 311

349 ft · 6 sec · 11 Mile Road

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 34 sec

Toward I 94 East: Detroit

Merge onto I 94

67 mi · 1 hr 11 min · I 94

Keep slight right at fork onto I 94

29 mi · 31 min · I 94

Toward I 94, I 94 Business: Detroit, Ann Arbor Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec

Exit 200 Toward Ecorse Road Use the slight right lane.

Turn straight onto Ecorse Road

0.3 mi · 41 sec · Ecorse Road

Turn right onto Beech-Daly Road

321 ft · 6 sec · Beech-Daly Road

Continue on South Beech Daly Road

0.9 mi · 1 min · South Beech Daly Road

Turn left onto Wick Road

1.0 mi · 2 min · Wick Road

Arrive at destination

Wick Road

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 21 minutes, this route is ideal for a spontaneous day trip. You can depart at your leisure, but consider leaving mid-morning to avoid peak rush hour traffic in the Detroit metropolitan area. With no designated stops, you have the flexibility to pull over as needed for fuel or a quick break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 96.1-mile stretch on I 94, to ensure you don't need to search for a gas station unexpectedly. The $19 fuel cost is a good estimate to budget for.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.

The halfway point lands around 60 miles from Highland Park, MI, or about 1h 14m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 96.1 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 26 miles or 37m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 60 miles or 1h 14m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 55m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Taylor, MI than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Highland Park, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Highland Park, MI

This is one driving day of about 120 miles and 2h 21m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Highland Park, MI.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 96.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Jackson, MI

60 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

Marshall, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Jackson, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 60 miles from Highland Park, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 94 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 96.1 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Zingerman's Coffee Company

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Later in the drive, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 94.3

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+17349296060

Visit website

RoosRoast Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ann Arbor, Michigan

1.3 mi

Dunkin'

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Chelsea, Michigan

0.5 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Socotra Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Later in the drive, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 94.3

Hours: 8 am–11 pm

+17349295672

Visit website

Black Diesel Coffee

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Ann Arbor, Michigan

1.6 mi

Venue Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ann Arbor, Michigan

1.6 mi

Zingerman's Coffee Company

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 94.3

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+17349296060

Visit website

RoosRoast Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 94.3

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+17342229202

Visit website

Dunkin'

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 77.1

Chelsea, Michigan

Hours: 4:30 am–7 pm

+17345622004

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 77.1

Chelsea, Michigan

Hours: 5 am–7 pm

+17347194712

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 17.1

Battle Creek, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+12692237760

Visit website

Café Rica USA

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 17.1

Battle Creek, Michigan

Hours: 6:30 am–4:30 pm

+12694410205

Visit website

Zou Zou's

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 77.1

Chelsea, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+17344334226

Visit website

Pennfield Ice Cream & Coffee Shop

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 17.1

Battle Creek, Michigan

Hours: 4–9 pm

+12692821398

Socotra Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 94.3

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–11 pm

+17349295672

Visit website

Black Diesel Coffee

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 94.3

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 6:30 am–7 pm

+17344368355

Visit website

Venue Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 94.3

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+17348229821

Visit website

Hyperion Coffee Co

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 102.8

Ypsilanti, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+17345475329

2.2 mi from route

Kellogg Bird Sanctuary

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Augusta, Michigan

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+12696712510

Visit website

Zap Zone at BIG Best In Games - Ypsilanti

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 94.3

Ypsilanti, Michigan

Hours: 12 pm–12 am

+17349306670

Visit website

Airborne Adventure Park - Taylor, MI

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 120

Taylor, Michigan

Hours: 4–8 pm

+17342252233

Visit website

Leslie Science & Nature Center

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 94.3

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+17349971553

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 2.3 and 117.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

2.3 mi into trip | ~6m in | North 37th Street

Turn right onto North 37th Street

Navigation decision point

20.9 mi into trip | ~31m in | I 94 BL; M 311 / 11 Mile Road

Turn sharp left onto I 94 BL; M 311 / 11 Mile Road

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

20.9 mi into trip | ~32m in

Take the exit toward I 94 East: Detroit

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward I 94 East: Detroit

88 mi into trip | ~1h 44m in | I 94

Keep slight right at fork onto I 94 toward I 94, I 94 Business: Detroit, Ann Arbor

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 94, I 94 Business: Detroit, Ann Arbor

117.3 mi into trip | ~2h 15m in

Take the exit toward Ecorse Road

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 200 Toward Ecorse Road

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$18.76 one way

$37.52 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 42 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$20.60	$41.20
premium	$4.89	$23.09	$46.19
diesel	$5.61	$26.49	$52.99

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$19

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 42 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	36	$12.60	$5.76
Efficient EV	30	$10.50	$4.80
EV Truck/SUV	48	$16.80	$7.68

Gas CO2

42 kg

EV CO2

14 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Highland Park, MI

Morning in Highland Park on Sunday

Local time

8:10 AM

EDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Taylor, MI

Morning in Taylor on Sunday

Local time

8:10 AM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

47°F

Jackson, MI

60 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

2 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

2h 21m 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 leans heavily into its highway-focused profile, with 80% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll experience long stretches of consistent speed, including a significant 96.1-mile segment on I 94. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes efficiency over leisurely cruising. While the primary roads include I 94, West Michigan Avenue, and M 89, the majority of your time will be spent on the interstate. The character of the drive is largely consistent, emphasizing forward momentum.

80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 96.1 mi on I 94.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and West Michigan Avenue. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.3 miles in near North 37th Street.

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 120 miles you will encounter 16 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 2.3 miles (North 37th Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.9 miles (I 94 BL; M 311 / 11 Mile Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 20.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

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 Highland Park, MI to Taylor, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Ann Arbor along the way.

Ann Arbor

88 mi in | ~1h 44m | via I 94

About the Cities

Arriving in Taylor, MI

Full guide →

Southern Wayne County is a region in Wayne County in the state of Michigan.

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 2h 21m. Total distance: 120 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 96.1 miles on I 94. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — we found about 14 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Taylor, 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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Trip from Highland Park, MI to Taylor, MI

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Zingerman's Coffee Company

Socotra Coffee House

Zingerman's Coffee Company

RoosRoast Coffee

Dunkin'

Starbucks Coffee Company

BIGGBY COFFEE

Café Rica USA

Zou Zou's

Pennfield Ice Cream & Coffee Shop

Socotra Coffee House

Black Diesel Coffee

Venue Coffee

Hyperion Coffee Co

32 Social

Serendipity & The Brew

Starbucks Coffee Company

Vertex Coffee Roasters Ann Arbor

Sandstone Rest Area 819

Grass Lake Rest Area

Belleville Rest Area

Marshall Rest Area

Pilot Travel Center

TA

Chelsea Rest Area

Pilot Travel Center

Love's Travel Stop

TA

Pilot Travel Center

Service Plaza

Service Plaza

Turkeyville Rest Area 722

Kellogg Bird Sanctuary

Zap Zone at BIG Best In Games - Ypsilanti

Airborne Adventure Park - Taylor, MI

Leslie Science & Nature Center

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Highland Park, MI

Taylor, MI

Same local time

2 degrees warmer at arrival

2h 21m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Arriving in Taylor, MI

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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