Origin
Scio, MI
Late night in Scio on Sunday
Local time
3:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Scio, MI to Southfield, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
53m
Distance
43 mi
69 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Scio, MI
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Southfield, MI
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Trip Overview
Scio to Southfield is 43 miles and takes about 53 minutes via M 14, I 96, and Southfield Freeway, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within the Midwest region, specifically Michigan. Expect a straightforward drive that's ideal for a quick commute or a brief excursion. Given its brevity, you won't encounter extensive changes in scenery or driving conditions, making it a predictable and manageable journey for most travelers.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| M 14 | 20.1 mi | 21m |
| I 96 | 9.2 mi | 9m |
| Southfield Freeway | 5.1 mi | 6m |
| Miller Road | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Jeffries Freeway (Local) | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Zeeb Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Southfield Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West 10 Mile Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
M 14
— 20.1 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scio, MI and Southfield, MI.
1
Start on Huron River Drive
19 ft
·
7 sec
·
Huron River Drive
2
Turn left onto Zeeb Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Zeeb Road
3
Enter roundabout onto Miller Road
130 ft
·
2 sec
·
Miller Road
4
Continue on Miller Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Miller Road
5
Enter roundabout onto Miller Road
96 ft
·
3 sec
·
Miller Road
6
Continue on Miller Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Miller Road
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward M 14 East: Plymouth
8
Enter roundabout
119 ft
·
2 sec
Toward M 14 East: Plymouth
9
Continue
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward M 14 East: Plymouth
10
Merge onto M 14
2.6 mi
·
2 min
·
M 14
11
Keep right at fork onto M 14
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
M 14
Toward M 14 East, US 23 South: Plymouth
12
Keep slight left at fork onto M 14
15 mi
·
16 min
·
M 14
Exit 42
Toward M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on I 96
9.2 mi
·
9 min
·
I 96
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 96
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Jeffries Freeway (Local)
Toward I 96 Local: To All Exits
Use the slight right lane.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 183
Toward M 39: Southfield Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward M 39 North: Southfield Freeway
Use the slight left lane.
17
Merge onto M 39
5.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Southfield Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
Toward Southfield Road
19
Turn straight onto Southfield Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Southfield Road
20
Turn left onto West 10 Mile Road
192 ft
·
4 sec
·
West 10 Mile Road
Use the left lane.
21
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
22 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 43 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.5 miles from Scio, 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 7.5 and 36.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
7.5 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
M 14
Keep right at fork onto M 14 toward M 14 East, US 23 South: Plymouth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward M 14 East, US 23 South: Plymouth
9
9.9 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
M 14
Keep slight left at fork onto M 14 toward M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 42
Toward M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia
7
34.2 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Local)
Keep slight right at fork onto I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Local) toward I 96 Local: To All Exits
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 96 Local: To All Exits
7
36.1 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward M 39: Southfield Freeway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 183
Toward M 39: Southfield Freeway
7
36.3 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Keep slight left at fork toward M 39 North: Southfield Freeway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward M 39 North: Southfield Freeway
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.72 one way
$13.45 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.38 | $14.76 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.27 | $16.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.49 | $18.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.52 | $2.06 |
| Efficient EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.76 | $1.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.02 | $2.75 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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 Sunday
Local time
3:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Plymouth, MI
22 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
21 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
53m 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?
This route is a mixed drive, with 38% on highways, offering a blend of faster travel and local road experiences. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 20.1 miles on M 14. As you transition to I 96 and then the Southfield Freeway, the character of the drive will shift from potentially more open highway to busier, more urban freeway conditions. This means you should anticipate varying traffic patterns as you get closer to your destination.
38% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 20.1 mi on M 14.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.5 miles in near M 14.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 43 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 53m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.5 miles (M 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.9 miles (M 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.2 miles (I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Local)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Scio, MI and Southfield, MI, road signs point toward M 14 East: Plymouth, M 14 East and Livonia.
M 14 East: Plymouth
4.2 mi in
|
~7m
M 14 East
7.5 mi in
|
~11m
|
via M 14
Livonia
9.9 mi in
|
~14m
|
via M 14
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 43 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (38%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 20.1 miles on M 14. 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: at 7.5 miles (M 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.9 miles (M 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.2 miles (I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Local)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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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