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 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
1h 28m
Distance
72.8 mi
117 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
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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Taylor, MI
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Port Huron to Taylor, expect a straightforward 74.8-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes. This Midwestern route is designed for a single-day trip, as the distance is short enough to avoid the need for an overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via local roads like Union Street, Military Street, and Electric Avenue rather than relying on major interstates. With an estimated fuel cost of only $11, it is a budget-friendly way to move between these two Michigan locations. Since this is an entirely local drive, you should anticipate a slower pace compared to highway travel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 56.3 mi | 1h 5m |
| Detroit Industrial Expressway | 7.5 mi | 8m |
| Electric Avenue | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Gratiot Boulevard | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Telegraph Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Military Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Gratiot Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Wick Road | <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 Taylor, 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
Continue on I 94
7.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Detroit Industrial Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 202
Toward US 24: Telegraph Road
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Toward US 24 South: Telegraph Road, Taylor
Use the slight left lane.
12
Merge onto US 24
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Telegraph Road
13
Turn right
142 ft
·
12 sec
14
Turn right
102 ft
·
9 sec
15
Turn right onto Wick Road
227 ft
·
7 sec
·
Wick Road
16
Arrive at destination
Wick Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.4 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 70.9 — 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.
7
70.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Take the exit toward US 24: Telegraph Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 202
Toward US 24: Telegraph Road
8
70.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 25m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 24 South: Telegraph Road, Taylor
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 24 South: Telegraph Road, Taylor
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.38 one way
$22.76 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.50 | $24.99 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.01 | $28.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.07 | $32.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.8 | 0 | $7.64 | $3.49 |
| Efficient EV | 18.2 | 0 | $6.37 | $2.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.1 | 0 | $10.19 | $4.66 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (64% 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
Taylor, MI
Late night in Taylor on Sunday
Local time
12:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Roseville, MI
36 mi in
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
15 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 28m 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?
Forget about monotonous interstate cruising; this route is defined by a turn-heavy, local-road profile. Because the highway share is 0%, your attention will be consistently required as you navigate through the local streets that connect these two points. There are no long, uninterrupted highway stretches here, meaning the drive demands a more active driving style than a typical cross-state trek. The character of the road remains consistent throughout the 74.8-mile trek, focusing on local connectivity rather than high-speed transit. Expect a steady, hands-on experience behind the wheel that reflects the local infrastructure of the region.
88% 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: 56.3 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and Detroit Industrial Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Union 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 72.8 miles you will encounter 11 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 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 28m. Total distance: 72.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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.
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 Taylor, 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 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 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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