Origin
Rochester Hills, MI
Morning in Rochester Hills on Sunday
Local time
8:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
8h 15m
Distance
443 mi
713 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
2-day trip
Fuel Cost
$69
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rochester Hills, MI
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Beverly Hills, MI
Simon Steiner
Rochester Hills, MI to Beverly Hills, MI is 443 miles and takes about 8h 15m via I 75, M-28, and US-2 West, with a fuel budget near $69 and an overnight recommendation. This journey primarily stays within the Midwest, covering ground across Michigan. It's a highway-focused drive that makes for a solid two-day trip, allowing you to cover a good distance without feeling overly rushed. Plan for a comfortable pace, especially considering the recommended overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
221.5 miles from Rochester Hills, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 53m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 265.7 mi | 4h 35m |
| M-28 | 70.9 mi | 1h 23m |
| US-2 West | 62.1 mi | 1h 12m |
| M 77 | 17.3 mi | 20m |
| US-41/M-28 | 10.6 mi | 15m |
| US 2 | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| South Front Street | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| M 59 | 2.6 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Rochester Hills, MI and Beverly Hills, MI.
Start on Dickson Lane
At end of road, turn right onto Downhill Lane
Turn right onto Dressler Lane
Turn left onto South Livernois Road
Enter roundabout onto West Hamlin Road
Continue on West Hamlin Road
Turn left onto Crooks Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto M 59
Take the exit
Merge onto I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Take the exit
Merge onto US 2; I 75 BL
Continue on US 2
Continue on US 2
Turn right onto M 77
Turn sharp left onto M 28
Continue on M 28
Enter roundabout onto M 28
Continue on M 28
Continue on M 28
Turn right onto US 41; M 28
Continue on US 41; M 28
Enter roundabout onto US 41; M 28
Continue on US 41; M 28
Enter roundabout onto US 41; M 28
Continue on US 41; M 28
Enter roundabout onto US 41; M 28
Continue on US 41; M 28
Continue on US 41; M 28
Enter roundabout onto US 41; M 28
Continue on US 41; M 28
Enter roundabout onto US 41; M 28
Continue on US 41; M 28
Turn right onto Maas Street
Arrive at destination
Given the 8h 15m estimated duration and 443-mile length, this trip is best split over two days. Aim to depart early on your first day to maximize daylight and cover a significant portion, perhaps around 200-250 miles. Your longest stretch without needing to exit major highways is 265.7 miles, so plan your fuel stops accordingly, keeping the $69 fuel budget in mind. Look for lodging options after completing your first day's drive, allowing for a more relaxed second day to reach your destination.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 97 miles or 1h 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 221.5 miles or 3h 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 221.5 miles or 3h 53m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beverly Hills, MI than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Rochester Hills, 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.
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Rochester Hills, MI
Aim for roughly 222 miles and 4.1 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Beverly Hills, MI
Aim for roughly 222 miles and 4.1 hours of wheel time on this day.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Overnight candidate
222 mi into the route
Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start
This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.
Find hotels in Cheboygan, MINight 1
222 mi · about 4.1h in
A practical overnight split lands near Cheboygan, MI after about 222 miles or 4.1 hours of driving.
Find hotelsA short stop after about 97 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 221.5 miles from Rochester Hills, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 265.7 miles.
Overnight split
Hotel stopFor a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 222 miles or 4.1 hours on the road.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 271.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn right onto Downhill Lane
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto South Livernois Road
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp toward M 59 West: Pontiac
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 75 North: Flint
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 2: Manistique, Escanaba
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$69.26 one way
$138.52 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $76.04 | $152.09 |
| premium | $4.89 | $85.25 | $170.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $97.81 | $195.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$69
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$199–$309
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 155 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $47 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 132.9 | 1 | $46.52 | $21.26 |
| Efficient EV | 110.8 | 1 | $38.76 | $17.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 177.2 | 2 | $62.02 | $28.35 |
Gas CO2
155 kg
EV CO2
52 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Rochester Hills on Sunday
Local time
8:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Destination
Morning in Beverly Hills on Sunday
Local time
8:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 77% of it on major roads. You'll experience long stretches of consistent driving, including a notable 265.7 miles primarily on I 75. While it's largely interstate cruising, the inclusion of M-28 and US-2 West offers some variation as you progress. Expect a generally efficient pace across the majority of this 443-mile journey.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and M-28. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Downhill Lane.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 443 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Downhill Lane): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (South Livernois Road): Navigation decision point; at 2 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Rochester Hills, MI to Beverly Hills, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Escanaba along the way.
Escanaba
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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