Origin
Westland, MI
Late night in Westland on Sunday
Local time
2:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Westland, MI to South Lyon, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
35m
Distance
22.6 mi
36 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 32m
★
6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 38m
5 PM
0h 41m
8 PM
0h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Westland, MI
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South Lyon, MI
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to get from Westland to South Lyon, this 22.6-mile trip is a quick and straightforward journey within Michigan's Midwest region. Expect to spend about 35 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stops. Because the route relies entirely on local roads rather than highways, you can plan on a fuel budget of approximately $3. It is a highly practical drive for those traveling between these two cities, offering a direct path without the complexity of major interstate congestion. Since the entire route is within the same state, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the commute.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Road | 10.5 mi | 16m |
| Curtis Road | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| Pontiac Trail | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Prospect Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| 7 Mile Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Angle Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Plymouth Road | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| South Lafayette Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Ford Road
— 10.5 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Westland, MI and South Lyon, MI.
1
Start on M 153
10 mi
·
16 min
·
Ford Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn right onto Prospect Road
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Prospect Road
Use the right lane.
3
Keep slight left at fork onto Prospect Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Prospect Road
4
At end of road, turn right onto Plymouth Road
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
·
Plymouth Road
5
Turn left onto Curtis Road
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Curtis Road
Use the left lane.
6
At end of road, turn left onto Six Mile Road
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Six Mile Road
7
Turn right onto Angle Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Angle Road
8
Continue on 7 Mile Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
7 Mile Road
9
Enter roundabout onto Pontiac Trail
21 ft
·
0 sec
·
Pontiac Trail
10
Continue on Pontiac Trail
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Pontiac Trail
11
Continue on South Lafayette Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Lafayette Street
12
Turn left onto West Lake Street
29 ft
·
0 sec
·
West Lake Street
Use the left lane.
13
Arrive at destination
West Lake Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 22.6 — 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
|
M 153 / Ford Road
Depart onto M 153 / Ford Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
10.5 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
Prospect Road
Turn right onto Prospect Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
12.3 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
Curtis Road
Turn left onto Curtis Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
19.4 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
Pontiac Trail
Enter roundabout onto Pontiac Trail
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
22.6 mi into trip
|
~35m in
|
West Lake Street
Turn left onto West Lake Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.53 one way
$7.07 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.88 | $7.76 |
| premium | $4.89 | $4.35 | $8.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.99 | $9.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.37 | $1.08 |
| Efficient EV | 5.7 | 0 | $1.98 | $0.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9 | 0 | $3.16 | $1.45 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
South Lyon, MI
Late night in South Lyon on Sunday
Local time
2:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°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
19 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
35m 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 turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate primarily via Prospect Road, Plymouth Road, and Curtis Road, which keeps the driving experience engaging and focused on local infrastructure. Without any long, uninterrupted highway stretches, the road requires your full attention as you transition between these smaller routes. The character of the drive remains consistent from start to finish, prioritizing local connectivity over rapid transit. It is a functional, winding path that relies on careful navigation through the local road network.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.5 mi on Ford Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. 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 M 153 / Ford Road.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 22.6 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 (M 153 / Ford Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.5 miles (Prospect Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.3 miles (Curtis Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 35m. Total distance: 22.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10.5 miles on Ford Road. 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 South Lyon, 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 (M 153 / Ford Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.5 miles (Prospect Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.3 miles (Curtis Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at South Lyon, 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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