Origin
Wixom, MI
Morning in Wixom on Tuesday
Local time
9:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wixom, MI to Southfield, 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
24m
Distance
18.8 mi
30 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 22m
★
6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 29m
10 AM
0h 26m
12 PM
0h 25m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 28m
8 PM
0h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wixom, MI
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Southfield, MI
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Trip Overview
Wixom to Southfield is 18.8 miles and takes about 24 minutes via Walter P Reuther Freeway and I 96, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Michigan's Midwest region, offering a straightforward drive. Expect a highway-focused experience for most of the journey. With only 18.8 miles, this route is ideal for a quick transit, allowing ample time for your destination activities without feeling rushed. Consider this your go-to for efficient travel between these two Michigan communities.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Walter P Reuther Freeway | 8.9 mi | 10m |
| I 96 | 3.6 mi | 3m |
| John C Lodge Freeway | 2.5 mi | 2m |
| North Wixom Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| West 10 Mile Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Northwestern Highway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Wixom Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Walter P Reuther Freeway
— 8.9 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wixom, MI and Southfield, MI.
1
Start on North Wixom Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
North Wixom Road
2
Continue on South Wixom Road
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
South Wixom Road
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto I 96
3.6 mi
·
3 min
·
I 96
Use the straight lane.
5
Continue on I 696
8.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Walter P Reuther Freeway
Toward I 696 East, M 5 East: Port Huron
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto M 10
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
John C Lodge Freeway
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 15
Toward 10 Mile Road, Evergreen Road
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn straight onto Northwestern Highway
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Northwestern Highway
9
Turn left onto West 10 Mile Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West 10 Mile Road
10
Arrive at destination
West 10 Mile Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 1.8 and 17.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the ramp toward I 96 East: Detroit
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 96
Merge onto I 96
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
5.9 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
I 696 / Walter P Reuther Freeway
Continue onto I 696 / Walter P Reuther Freeway toward I 696 East, M 5 East: Port Huron
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 696 East, M 5 East: Port Huron
3
14.8 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
M 10 / John C Lodge Freeway
Merge onto M 10 / John C Lodge Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining
8
17.3 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward 10 Mile Road, Evergreen Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 15
Toward 10 Mile Road, Evergreen Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.94 one way
$5.88 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.23 | $6.45 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.62 | $7.24 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.15 | $8.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.97 | $0.90 |
| Efficient EV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.65 | $0.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Morning in Southfield on Tuesday
Local time
9:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
24m 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 predominantly highway-focused, with 80% of the drive on major freeways like the Walter P Reuther Freeway and I 96. You'll experience a continuous stretch of 8.9 miles on the Walter P Reuther Freeway, offering a consistent pace. The drive is characterized by its efficiency, designed for quick travel rather than scenic detours. While the profile is highway-centric, be prepared for typical urban freeway conditions as you approach Southfield.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 8.9 mi on Walter P Reuther Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Walter P Reuther Freeway and I 96. You will hit about 6 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.8 miles in.
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 18.8 miles you will encounter 6 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: at 1.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles (I 96): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles (I 696 / Walter P Reuther Freeway): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Wixom, MI to Southfield, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 5 East: Port Huron along the way.
M 5 East: Port Huron
5.9 mi in
|
~8m
|
via I 696
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 24m. Total distance: 18.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 8.9 miles on Walter P Reuther Freeway. 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: at 1.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles (I 96): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles (I 696 / Walter P Reuther Freeway): Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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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