Origin
Port Huron, MI
Late night in Port Huron on Tuesday
Local time
5:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Port Huron, MI to Southfield, 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
1h 10m
Distance
60.3 mi
97 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
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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Southfield, MI
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 60.3-mile drive from Port Huron to Southfield, Michigan, takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes to complete. It's an ideal day trip, requiring no overnight stays, and is primarily highway-focused. Expect to spend around $9 on fuel for this journey. The route stays within the Midwest region, offering a consistent driving experience as you travel southwest. Given its relatively short distance and duration, this trip is perfect for a quick visit or a commute, allowing for a flexible schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 36.8 mi | 39m |
| Walter P Reuther Freeway | 14.6 mi | 15m |
| Electric Avenue | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Gratiot Boulevard | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| West 10 Mile Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Military Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Gratiot Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Greenfield Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 36.8 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Port Huron, MI and Southfield, 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
37 mi
·
39 min
·
I 94
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 229
Toward I 696 West: Lansing, 11 Mile Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 696 West: Lansing
Use the slight right lane.
11
Continue on I 696
15 mi
·
15 min
·
Walter P Reuther Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 13
Toward Greenfield Road
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn left onto Greenfield Road
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Greenfield Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
14
Turn right onto West 10 Mile Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West 10 Mile Road
15
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
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.2 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 58.7 — 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
|
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
8
43.5 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the exit toward I 696 West: Lansing, 11 Mile Road
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 229
Toward I 696 West: Lansing, 11 Mile Road
7
43.8 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 696 West: Lansing
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 696 West: Lansing
7
58.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward Greenfield Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 13
Toward Greenfield Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.43 one way
$18.85 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.35 | $20.70 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.60 | $23.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.31 | $26.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.33 | $2.89 |
| Efficient EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.28 | $2.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24.1 | 0 | $8.44 | $3.86 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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 Tuesday
Local time
5:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°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
6 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 10m 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?
The majority of this trip, 85% to be exact, is spent on the highway. You'll navigate on I-94 and the Walter P Reuther Freeway, which are designed for efficient travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 36.8 miles on I-94, meaning minimal interruptions. This highway-focused profile suggests a consistent pace for most of your journey, with Electric Avenue offering a brief change in scenery as you approach your destination. Expect a smooth, direct drive without many winding roads or significant elevation changes.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 36.8 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and Walter P Reuther Freeway. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Union Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 60.3 miles you will encounter 10 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 (Union Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 43.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
About the Cities
Starting in Port Huron, MI
Full guide →Port Huron is a city in Southeast Michigan, the second-busiest border crossing (with Sarnia, Ontario) in the state.
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 1h 10m. Total distance: 60.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 36.8 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 Southfield, 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 (Union Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 43.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 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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