How far is Dearborn, MI from La Salle, MI?
The driving distance from Dearborn, MI to La Salle, MI is about 40.6 miles (65.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.4 miles (55.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 48m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Monroe County, Michigan, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dearborn and La Salle.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dearborn and La Salle.
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Start on Michigan Avenue
24 m · 8 sec · Michigan Avenue
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Turn right onto Schaefer Road
1.8 mi · 4 min · Schaefer Road
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Turn straight onto Schaefer Highway
1.5 mi · 3 min · Schaefer Highway
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Take the ramp right toward I 75 South: Toledo
1936 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left onto Fisher Freeway
7.7 mi · 8 min · Fisher Freeway
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Continue on Detroit-Toledo Expressway
26.4 mi · 28 min · Detroit-Toledo Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward South Otter Creek Road, La Salle
1462 ft · 53 sec
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Turn left onto South Otter Creek Road
2.2 mi · 3 min · South Otter Creek Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Dixie Highway
1453 ft · 24 sec · South Dixie Highway
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Turn right onto Laplaisance Road
22 m · 2 sec · Laplaisance Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Laplaisance Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dearborn and La Salle.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Detroit-Toledo Expressway
Continue on Detroit-Toledo Expressway
26.4 mi · 00h 28m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Dearborn and Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers near La Salle.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dearborn to La Salle?
The road trip is about 40.6 miles (65.3 km) and usually takes 00h 48m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
South Rockwood is a useful midpoint, sitting about 20.3 miles from Dearborn and 20.3 miles from La Salle.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.4 miles (55.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.39 one way or $10.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Dearborn and Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers near La Salle.
Stop Ideas Near South Rockwood
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to South Rockwood.
Greenfield Village, Michigan
John D. Dingell Transit Center
Detroit
Ann Arbor station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dearborn and La Salle. Straight-line distance: 34.44 mi (55.42 km).
#1 Dearborn
The most populous city in Wayne County, Michigan.
| Population | 93,367 |
| Coordinates | 42.3222600, -83.1763100 |
| Altitude | 180 |
| Country | United States |
#2 La Salle
Township in Monroe County, Michigan
| Population | 4,672 |
| Coordinates | 41.8678200, -83.4521600 |
| Altitude | 181 |
| Country | United States |
End: La Salle (-83.45216, 41.86782)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 65 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 30m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $5.39 | $10.79 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.08 | $12.16 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.66 | $13.31 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.58 | $15.17 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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