Southfield, MI to Beverly Hills, MI is 454.2 miles and takes about 8h 30m via I 75 and US-2 West, with a fuel budget near $71 and likely requiring an overnight stay. This route primarily stays within the Midwest region, specifically Michigan, offering a highway-focused journey. With a recommended two days for travel, you'll have ample opportunity to break up the drive. Consider this trip if you prefer a direct path with minimal detours, as it emphasizes efficient travel on major roadways.
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
227.1 miles from Southfield, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 2m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
232.9 mi
4h
M-28
70.9 mi
1h 23m
US-2 West
62.1 mi
1h 12m
Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
34.6 mi
37m
M 77
17.3 mi
20m
US-41/M-28
10.6 mi
15m
Telegraph Road
7.6 mi
11m
US 2
3.2 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 232.9 mi, about 4h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Southfield, MI and Beverly Hills, MI.
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Start on West 10 Mile Road
1.0 mi·1 min·West 10 Mile Road
2
Turn right onto Northwestern Highway
0.2 mi·26 sec·Northwestern Highway
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·23 sec
Toward M 10 North
4
Merge onto M 10
2.0 mi·2 min·John C Lodge Freeway
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 18AToward US 24 NorthUse the slight right lane.
6
Merge onto US 24
7.6 mi·11 min·Telegraph Road
Use the right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 24 BUS
450 ft·11 sec·Franklin Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Turn right onto US 24 BUS
1.2 mi·1 min·West Square Lake Road
Use the right lane.
9
Continue on I 75 BL; US 24 BUS
1.6 mi·2 min·East Square Lake Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto BL I 75
0.8 mi·1 min·BL I 75
Toward I 75 North: FlintUse the slight left lane.
11
Merge onto I 75
35 mi·37 min·Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
52 mi·56 min·I 75
Toward I 75: Saginaw
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23
63 mi·1 hr 3 min·I 75; US 23
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
118 mi·2 hr 1 min·I 75
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 344BToward US 2: Manistique, Escanaba
16
Merge onto US 2; I 75 BL
0.7 mi·1 min·US-2 West
17
Continue on US 2
3.2 mi·3 min·US 2
18
Continue on US 2
61 mi·1 hr 11 min·US-2 West
19
Turn right onto M 77
17 mi·20 min·M 77
20
Turn sharp left onto M 28
35 mi·41 min·M-28
21
Continue on M 28
0.2 mi·28 sec·Cedar Street
22
Enter roundabout onto M 28
194 ft·11 sec·East Munising
23
Continue on M 28
2.2 mi·4 min·East Munising
24
Continue on M 28
36 mi·42 min·M-28
25
Turn right onto US 41; M 28
1.6 mi·2 min·US-41/M-28
Use the right lane.
26
Continue on US 41; M 28
2.7 mi·4 min·South Front Street
27
Enter roundabout onto US 41; M 28
199 ft·11 sec·Marquette Bypass
28
Continue on US 41; M 28
0.6 mi·56 sec·Marquette Bypass
29
Enter roundabout onto US 41; M 28
126 ft·1 sec·Marquette Bypass
30
Continue on US 41; M 28
0.2 mi·17 sec·Marquette Bypass
31
Enter roundabout onto US 41; M 28
136 ft·7 sec·Marquette Bypass
32
Continue on US 41; M 28
1.0 mi·1 min·Marquette Bypass
33
Continue on US 41; M 28
1.6 mi·2 min·US-41/M-28
34
Enter roundabout onto US 41; M 28
110 ft·6 sec·US-41/M-28
35
Continue on US 41; M 28
0.6 mi·45 sec·US-41/M-28
36
Enter roundabout onto US 41; M 28
114 ft·6 sec·US-41/M-28
37
Continue on US 41; M 28
6.7 mi·9 min·US-41/M-28
38
Turn right onto Maas Street
0.3 mi·39 sec·Maas Street
39
Arrive at destination
Maas Street
Trip Plan
Given the 8-hour and 30-minute duration and 454.2-mile distance, planning for two days is wise. You'll want to start your first day early to maximize daylight and cover a good portion of the 232.9-mile segment on I 75. Given the highway-focused nature, plan your fuel stops strategically, as services might be more spaced out on certain stretches of US-2 West. The recommended two days allow for a comfortable pace, ensuring you arrive at your destination refreshed rather than rushed.
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.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 227.1 miles from Southfield, MI, or about 4h 2m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 232.9 miles.
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 100 miles or 1h 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 227.1 miles or 4h 2m 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 227.1 miles or 4h 2m
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 7h 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beverly Hills, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Southfield, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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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 Southfield, MI
Aim for roughly 227 miles and 4.3 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Beverly Hills, MI
Aim for roughly 227 miles and 4.3 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 100 miles from Southfield, MI.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 232.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 24
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.4 and 282.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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3.4 mi into trip|~4m in
Take the exit toward US 24 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 18A
Toward US 24 North
6
11.3 mi into trip|~17m in|US 24 BUS / Franklin Road
Keep slight right at fork onto US 24 BUS / Franklin Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
11.4 mi into trip|~17m in|US 24 BUS / West Square Lake Road
Turn right onto US 24 BUS / West Square Lake Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
14.2 mi into trip|~21m in|BL I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto BL I 75 toward I 75 North: Flint
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 75 North: Flint
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282.6 mi into trip|~4h 59m in
Take the exit toward US 2: Manistique, Escanaba
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 344B
Toward US 2: Manistique, Escanaba
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$71.01 one way
$142.02 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg159 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$77.97
$155.93
premium
$4.89
$87.41
$174.81
diesel
$5.61
$100.28
$200.56
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$71
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$201–$311
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 158.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $48 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
136.3
1
$47.69
$21.80
Efficient EV
113.6
1
$39.74
$18.17
EV Truck/SUV
181.7
2
$63.59
$29.07
Gas CO2
159 kg
EV CO2
53 kg (67% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Southfield, MI
Afternoon
in Southfield on Sunday
Local time
12:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Beverly Hills, MI
Afternoon
in Beverly Hills on Sunday
Local time
12:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
32 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
8h 30m on the road
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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
National Lakeshore
Sandstone cliffs, beaches, waterfalls, sand dunes, inland lakes, deep forest, and wild shoreline beckon you to visit Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. The power of Lake Superior shapes the park's coa...
17 mi from route
~42 min detour
$25
near mile 375.9
Park Closure: Munising Falls Trail Closed Until Further Notice
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is largely highway-focused, with 76% of the journey utilizing major interstates and highways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 232.9 miles on I 75, which sets a consistent pace for a good portion of the trip. The profile suggests a highway-centric experience, meaning you'll be on well-maintained, higher-speed roads for most of the 8-hour and 30-minute travel time. Expect a straightforward drive with fewer opportunities for spontaneous stops compared to a more scenic, winding route.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
39 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 232.9 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 3.4 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 454.2 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 3.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.3 miles (US 24 BUS / Franklin Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.4 miles (US 24 BUS / West Square Lake Road): 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.
On the drive from Southfield, MI to Beverly Hills, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Escanaba along the way.
Escanaba
282.6 mi in|~4h 59m
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 232.9 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 227 miles on day one.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Beverly Hills, MI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.3 miles (US 24 BUS / Franklin Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 11.4 miles (US 24 BUS / West Square Lake Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 8.5 hours each way, a round trip means 17.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Beverly Hills, MI before the return drive.
