How far is Dearborn, MI from Morenci, MI?
The driving distance from Dearborn, MI to Morenci, MI is about 90 miles (144.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 67.8 miles (109.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 55m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 57m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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 Morenci.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dearborn and Morenci.
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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
41.4 mi · 45 min · Detroit-Toledo Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 475 West: Sylvania
1 mi · 1 min
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Continue straight
6.3 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 20, SR 120: Central Avenue
1.1 km · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 20, SR 120: Central Avenue
571 ft · 14 sec
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Turn straight onto West Central Avenue
17.6 mi · 26 min · West Central Avenue
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Turn right
2 mi · 3 min
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Turn left
7.3 mi · 13 min
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Continue on Morenci Road
1.5 mi · 2 min · Morenci Road
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Continue on East Main Street
1.3 km · 2 min · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dearborn and Morenci.
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
41.4 mi · 00h 45m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Dearborn and Mostly Sunny near Morenci.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dearborn to Morenci?
The road trip is about 90 miles (144.9 km) and usually takes 01h 57m 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?
Vienna is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45 miles from Dearborn and 45 miles from Morenci.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 67.8 miles (109.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.2 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 2:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.99 one way or $23.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Dearborn and Mostly Sunny near Morenci.
Stop Ideas Near Vienna
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City Hall Grille & Drinks
Toledo City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Vienna.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Plaza
Ann Arbor station
Greenfield Village, Michigan
John D. Dingell Transit Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dearborn and Morenci. Straight-line distance: 67.77 mi (109.07 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 Morenci
Census-designated place in Greenlee County, Arizona, United States
| Population | 2,129 |
| Coordinates | 41.7194900, -84.2180000 |
| Altitude | 233 |
| Country | United States |
End: Morenci (-84.218, 41.71949)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 145 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 07m |
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 | $11.99 | $23.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.52 | $27.05 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.80 | $29.60 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.87 | $33.73 |
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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