Origin
Petersburg, MI
Morning in Petersburg on Sunday
Local time
10:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Petersburg, MI to Detroit, 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 14m
Distance
63.4 mi
102 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Petersburg, MI
Sun452
Detroit, MI
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Trip Overview
This 62.9-mile drive from Petersburg to Detroit, Michigan, is easily manageable within a single day, taking approximately 1 hour and 4 minutes to complete. With a modest fuel cost of around $10, this route offers a straightforward journey through the Midwest. The drive primarily utilizes local roads like East Center Street and Division Street, indicating a more connected-to-the-landscape experience rather than a high-speed highway sprint. Given its short duration and lack of complex navigation, it's a perfect candidate for a quick, efficient trip without the need for an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 34.5 mi | 38m |
| US 23 | 21.6 mi | 23m |
| Ida West Road | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| John C Lodge Freeway | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| East Center Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Larned Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Woodward Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Division Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 34.5 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Petersburg, MI and Detroit, MI.
1
Start on Saline Street
26 ft
·
5 sec
·
Saline Street
2
Turn left onto East Center Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
East Center Street
3
Turn left onto Division Street
400 ft
·
8 sec
·
Division Street
4
Continue on Ida West Road
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Ida West Road
5
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Toward US 23 North: Ann Arbor
6
Merge onto US 23
22 mi
·
23 min
·
US 23
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 94: Detroit, Chicago
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 94 BL East: Detroit, Airports
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 94
35 mi
·
38 min
·
I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 215A
Toward M 10 South: Downtown, Detroit
11
Merge onto M 10
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
John C Lodge Freeway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 1B
Toward Larned Street, Downtown
Use the slight left lane.
13
Continue on West Larned Street
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
West Larned Street
14
Turn left onto Woodward Avenue
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Woodward Avenue
Use the straight lane.
15
Turn right onto Cadillac Square
126 ft
·
4 sec
·
Cadillac Square
16
Arrive at destination
Cadillac Square
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.7 miles from Petersburg, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 62.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Center Street
Turn left onto East Center Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Division Street
Turn left onto Division Street
Navigation decision point
8
25 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 94 BL East: Detroit, Airports
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 BL East: Detroit, Airports
6
60 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
Take the exit toward M 10 South: Downtown, Detroit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 215A
Toward M 10 South: Downtown, Detroit
8
62.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward Larned Street, Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 1B
Toward Larned Street, Downtown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.91 one way
$19.82 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.88 | $21.77 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.20 | $24.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.00 | $28.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19 | 0 | $6.66 | $3.04 |
| Efficient EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.55 | $2.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.4 | 0 | $8.88 | $4.06 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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 Sunday
Local time
10:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
17 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
1h 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 turn-heavy local drive on this route, with no highway miles contributing to the total 62.9-mile distance. Your journey will follow main roads such as Ida West Road, suggesting a more intimate experience with the towns and countryside you pass through. The absence of highway travel means you'll likely encounter more varied speed limits and potentially more traffic signals compared to an interstate journey. This profile suggests a drive where you're more engaged with the immediate surroundings, rather than covering long distances quickly.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.5 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and US 23. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Center Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 63.4 miles you will encounter 12 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: near the start (East Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Division Street): Navigation decision point; at 25 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
Between Petersburg, MI and Detroit, MI, road signs point toward Chicago, Airports and M 10 South: Downtown.
Chicago
24.8 mi in
|
~29m
Airports
25 mi in
|
~29m
M 10 South: Downtown
60 mi in
|
~1h 8m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 14m. Total distance: 63.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 34.5 miles on I 94. 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: near the start (East Center Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Division Street): Navigation decision point; at 25 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 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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