How far is Gaylord, MI from Farmington Hills, MI?
The driving distance from Gaylord, MI to Farmington Hills, MI is about 221.8 miles (356.9 km), with a travel time of about 03h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 187.2 miles (301.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 45m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 52m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
Township in Newaygo County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gaylord and Farmington Hills.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gaylord and Farmington Hills.
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Start on West Main Street
1.1 km · 2 min · West Main Street
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Take the exit slight right toward I 75 South
1396 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
31.8 mi · 32 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
124.2 mi · 2 hr 7 min
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Keep slight left
11 mi · 12 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 23: Ann Arbor
30.9 mi · 33 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 96 East: Detroit
1766 ft · 42 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 96 East: Detroit
3040 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
14.9 mi · 16 min
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Continue on Walter P Reuther Freeway
4.9 mi · 5 min · Walter P Reuther Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Farmington Hills
2442 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto Orchard Lake Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Orchard Lake Road
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Turn right onto West 11 Mile Road
1.6 km · 2 min · West 11 Mile Road
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Turn right onto Farmington Road
135 m · 9 sec · Farmington Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Farmington Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gaylord and Farmington Hills.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 75
Keep slight left to continue on I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
124 mi · 02h 07m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny leaving Gaylord and Mostly Sunny near Farmington Hills.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gaylord to Farmington Hills?
The road trip is about 221.8 miles (356.9 km) and usually takes 03h 52m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Beaver is a useful midpoint, sitting about 110.9 miles from Gaylord and 110.9 miles from Farmington Hills.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 187.2 miles (301.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.6 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:14 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.49 one way or $58.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 69.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny around Gaylord and Mostly Sunny near Farmington Hills.
Stop Ideas Near Beaver
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Old City Hall
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Beaver.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gaylord and Farmington Hills. Straight-line distance: 187.2 mi (301.27 km).
#1 Gaylord
City in Michigan, United States
| Population | 3,665 |
| Coordinates | 45.0275100, -84.6747500 |
| Altitude | 411 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Farmington Hills
The second most populous city in Oakland County, Michigan.
| Population | 80,017 |
| Coordinates | 42.4853100, -83.3771600 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| Country | United States |
End: Farmington Hills (-83.37716, 42.48531)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 357 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 26m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 46m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $29.49 | $58.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $33.26 | $66.52 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $36.39 | $72.79 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $41.48 | $82.95 |
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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