Origin
Port Huron, MI
Late night in Port Huron on Sunday
Local time
12:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Port Huron, MI to Dearborn, 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 18m
Distance
64.1 mi
103 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 13m
★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Port Huron, MI
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Dearborn, MI
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Port Huron to Dearborn, you are looking at a straightforward 64.1-mile drive through Michigan. This Midwest excursion typically takes about 1 hour and 18 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. With a fuel budget of approximately $10, it is a very cost-effective way to navigate between these two locations. You will primarily utilize I-94 to cover the distance, supported by segments of Electric Avenue and Gratiot Boulevard. Because the journey is relatively short, you have the flexibility to head out whenever your schedule allows without worrying about complex logistics or mid-trip fatigue.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 56.3 mi | 1h 5m |
| Electric Avenue | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Gratiot Boulevard | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Military Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Michigan Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Gratiot Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Union Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 56.3 mi, about 1h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Port Huron, MI and Dearborn, MI.
1
Start on this road
84 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Union Street
155 ft
·
9 sec
·
Union Street
3
Turn right onto I 69 BL; I 94 BL
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Military Street
4
Continue on I 94 BL
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Electric Avenue
5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 94 BL
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Gratiot Boulevard
6
Continue on I 94 BL
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Gratiot Avenue
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 94 West: Detroit
8
Merge onto I 94
56 mi
·
1 hr 5 min
·
I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Exit 210A
Toward US 12: Michigan Avenue, Dearborn
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
At end of road, turn right onto US 12
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Michigan Avenue
Use the right lane.
11
Arrive at destination
US 12
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 32.1 miles from Port Huron, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 63.4 — 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
|
Union Street
Turn left onto Union Street
Navigation decision point
5
6.4 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the ramp toward I 94 West: Detroit
Navigation decision point
Toward I 94 West: Detroit
5
6.7 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
I 94
Merge onto I 94
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
63 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
Take the exit toward US 12: Michigan Avenue, Dearborn
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 210A
Toward US 12: Michigan Avenue, Dearborn
6
63.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
US 12 / Michigan Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto US 12 / Michigan Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.02 one way
$20.04 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.00 | $22.01 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.34 | $24.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.15 | $28.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.4 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 | 19.2 | 0 | $6.73 | $3.08 |
| Efficient EV | 16 | 0 | $5.61 | $2.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.6 | 0 | $8.97 | $4.10 |
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
Dearborn, MI
Late night in Dearborn on Sunday
Local time
12:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
3 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 18m 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 experience, as 88% of this route is comprised of high-speed roads. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-94, which features the longest uninterrupted stretch of 56.3 miles. The drive is efficient and functional, designed to get you from point A to point B with minimal complexity. While the highway segments provide a steady pace, the transition onto local roads like Electric Avenue and Gratiot Boulevard marks the shift as you reach your destination. It is a no-nonsense commute that favors speed and directness over winding, scenic detours.
88% 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: 56.3 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and Electric Avenue. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Union Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 18m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Union Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 6.7 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 18m. Total distance: 64.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 56.3 miles on I 94. 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: near the start (Union Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 6.7 miles (I 94): 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 Dearborn, 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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