Origin
Scio, MI
Late night in Scio on Tuesday
Local time
4:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Scio, MI to Taylor, 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
43m
Distance
36.3 mi
58 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
★
6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 42m
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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Taylor, MI
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 36.3-mile drive from Scio, MI, to Taylor, MI, is easily manageable in about 43 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. Primarily utilizing I-94 and local roads like Zeeb Road and Wick Road, this route offers a high highway share of 85%. With an estimated fuel cost of just $6, it's an economical option for a quick journey within the Midwest region. You won't need an overnight stop for this short distance, offering flexibility in your schedule. The drive is focused on efficient travel between these two Michigan communities.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 30.8 mi | 33m |
| Zeeb Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Wick Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| South Beech Daly Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Ecorse Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Beech-Daly Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Huron River Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 30.8 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scio, MI and Taylor, 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 Zeeb Road
69 ft
·
1 sec
·
Zeeb Road
4
Continue on Zeeb Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Zeeb Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
Toward I 94 East: Ann Arbor
6
Merge onto I 94
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 94
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 94
29 mi
·
31 min
·
I 94
Toward I 94, I 94 Business: Detroit, Ann Arbor
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 200
Toward Ecorse Road
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn straight onto Ecorse Road
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Ecorse Road
10
Turn right onto Beech-Daly Road
321 ft
·
6 sec
·
Beech-Daly Road
11
Continue on South Beech Daly Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
South Beech Daly Road
12
Turn left onto Wick Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Wick Road
13
Arrive at destination
Wick Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 33.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Zeeb Road
Turn left onto Zeeb Road
Navigation decision point
4
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Zeeb Road
Enter roundabout onto Zeeb Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
2.5 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 94 East: Ann Arbor
Navigation decision point
Toward I 94 East: Ann Arbor
8
4.4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 94
Keep slight right at fork onto I 94 toward I 94, I 94 Business: Detroit, Ann Arbor
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 94, I 94 Business: Detroit, Ann Arbor
7
33.7 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward Ecorse Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 200
Toward Ecorse Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.68 one way
$11.35 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.23 | $12.46 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.99 | $13.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.01 | $16.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.81 | $1.74 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.18 | $1.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.08 | $2.32 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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 Tuesday
Local time
4:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°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
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
43m 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, with 85% of this 36.3-mile journey taking place on major roads like I-94. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a substantial 30.8 miles on I-94, allowing for consistent speed. While predominantly interstate, you will transition onto local roads such as Zeeb Road and Wick Road, offering a slight change of pace. The profile suggests a drive that prioritizes directness over scenic detours, so be prepared for a functional commute rather than a leisurely exploration.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 30.8 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and Zeeb Road. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Zeeb Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 36.3 miles you will encounter 9 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 (Zeeb Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (Zeeb Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.5 miles: Navigation decision point.
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.
On the drive from Scio, MI to Taylor, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Ann Arbor along the way.
Ann Arbor
4.4 mi in
|
~6m
|
via I 94
About the Cities
Arriving in Taylor, MI
Full guide →Southern Wayne County is a region in Wayne County in the state of Michigan.
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 43m. Total distance: 36.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
43m 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 30.8 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 (Zeeb Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (Zeeb Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.5 miles: Navigation decision point.
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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