Wyoming, MI to Grosse Pointe Woods, MI is 164.2 miles and takes about 3h 11m via I 96, John C Lodge Freeway, and Edsel Ford Freeway, with a fuel budget near $25 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Michigan, connecting two points in the Midwest region. Expect a predominantly highway experience, making it a straightforward drive for a single day. It's a practical option if you need to get from West Michigan to the Detroit area efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
82.1 miles from Wyoming, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 34m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 96
119.9 mi
2h 8m
John C Lodge Freeway
15 mi
19m
Edsel Ford Freeway
10.2 mi
13m
Walter P Reuther Freeway
8.9 mi
10m
28th Street Southwest
8.5 mi
15m
Vernier Road
0.7 mi
1m
Harper Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Burlingame Avenue Southwest
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 119.9 mi, about 2h 8m
Traffic on I-96
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 70 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,309 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,952
Quietest
2 AM
~152 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
15.2×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 105 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wyoming, MI and Grosse Pointe Woods, MI.
1
Start on Burlingame Avenue Southwest
56 ft·5 sec·Burlingame Avenue Southwest
2
Turn right onto M 11
8.5 mi·15 min·28th Street Southwest
3
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·59 sec
Toward I 96 East: Lansing
4
Merge onto I 96
53 mi·56 min·I 96
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
67 mi·1 hr 11 min·I 96
Toward I 96 East: DetroitUse the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on I 696
8.9 mi·10 min·Walter P Reuther Freeway
Toward I 696 East, M 5 East: Port HuronUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto M 10
15 mi·19 min·John C Lodge Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Exit 4AToward I 94 East: Port HuronUse the straight / slight left lanes.
9
Merge onto I 94
10 mi·13 min·Edsel Ford Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·19 sec
Exit 225Toward M 102: Vernier Road, 8 Mile RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on Harper Avenue
348 ft·12 sec·Harper Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Turn right onto Vernier Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Vernier Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Continue on Vernier Road
493 ft·23 sec·Vernier Road
Use the left lane.
14
Arrive at destination
Vernier Road
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 3h 11m duration, you have flexibility with your departure time. Leaving earlier in the morning can help you avoid potential rush hour congestion around the Detroit metropolitan area. With only one recommended stop and a $25 fuel cost, you can easily complete this trip in one day without significant planning. Keep an eye on your exit numbers as you transition from I 96 to the John C Lodge Freeway and Edsel Ford Freeway, as these urban interchanges can require quick navigation.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 82.1 miles from Wyoming, MI, or about 1h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 119.9 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 36 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 82.1 miles or 1h 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Grosse Pointe Woods, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Wyoming, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Wyoming, MI
This is one driving day of about 164.2 miles and 3h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Wyoming, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 96 for about 119.9 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 8.9 and 163.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
8.9 mi into trip|~16m in|I 96
Merge onto I 96
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
62 mi into trip|~1h 13m in|I 96
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96 toward I 96 East: Detroit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
7
152.8 mi into trip|~2h 54m in
Take the exit toward I 94 East: Port Huron
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 4A
Toward I 94 East: Port Huron
8
163.3 mi into trip|~3h 9m in
Take the exit toward M 102: Vernier Road, 8 Mile Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 225
Toward M 102: Vernier Road, 8 Mile Road
6
163.5 mi into trip|~3h 9m in|Vernier Road
Turn right onto Vernier Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.39 one way
$54.78 round trip
$4.24/gal25.4 MPG avg58 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.62
$29.89
$59.77
premium
$5.25
$33.96
$67.92
diesel
$6.28
$40.57
$81.14
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
49.3
0
$17.24
$7.88
Efficient EV
41.1
0
$14.37
$6.57
EV Truck/SUV
65.7
0
$22.99
$10.51
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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.
Forecast as of Oct 18, 2026
Origin
Wyoming, MI
Morning
in Wyoming on Thursday
Local time
8:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Sunny
SSW 9 to 13 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued October 18 at 12:29AM EDT until October 18 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Marquette MI
Destination
Grosse Pointe Woods, MI
Morning
in Grosse Pointe Woods on Thursday
Local time
8:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Sunny
SW 9 to 13 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued October 18 at 12:29AM EDT until October 18 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Marquette MI
55°F
Perry, MI
82 mi in
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.
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
3 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
3h 11m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is 94% highway, meaning you'll be on limited-access roads for most of the 164.2 miles. You'll encounter the longest stretch of uninterrupted highway at 119.9 miles on I 96. The transition to surface streets will likely occur as you approach Grosse Pointe Woods, bringing a different driving dynamic with more intersections and local traffic. Be prepared for urban merging and dense exit patterns as you get closer to your destination.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 119.9 mi on I 96.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and John C Lodge Freeway. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 8.9 miles in near I 96.
Driving Effort6/10
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 164.2 miles you will encounter 12 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 8.9 miles (I 96): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 62 miles (I 96): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 152.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,008 ft586 ft
Total Climb
398 ft
Total Descent
456 ft
Highest Point
1,008 ft
~105.6 mi in
Elevation Range
422 ft
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 Wyoming, MI to Grosse Pointe Woods, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 5 East: Port Huron along the way.
Grosse Pointe is an area in Wayne County in the state of Michigan. It includes the cities of Grosse Pointe, Grosse Pointe Park, Grosse Pointe Farms, Grosse Pointe Shores, and Grosse Pointe Woods. This article also covers the city of Harper Woods.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 11m. Total distance: 164.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 119.9 miles on I 96. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 11 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Grosse Pointe Woods, 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 1 meaningful breaks. There are 11 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 8.9 miles (I 96): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 62 miles (I 96): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 152.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Grosse Pointe Woods, MI, but most travelers stay overnight.
