How far is Hamtramck, MI from Farmington Hills, MI?

Fastest route

Here are some tips and suggestions for your journey from Hamtramck, Michigan, to Farmington Hills, Michigan, covering a distance of approximately 20.3 miles (32.7 kilometers):

Directions

  1. Head southwest toward Roosevelt St.
  2. Continue onto Roosevelt St.
  3. Turn right onto Gallagher Ave.
  4. Turn right onto Holbrook Ave.
  5. Turn left onto Gallagher St.
  6. Take the ramp on the left onto I-75 N.
  7. Take M-10 N and I-696 W to Orchard Lake Rd in Farmington Hills. Take exit 5 from I-696 W.
  8. Take exit 56B toward M-8 W/Davison Fwy.
  9. Keep left, follow signs for M-8 W/Davison Fwy, and merge onto M-8 W/Davison Fwy.
  10. Take the exit onto M-10 N toward Lansing.
  11. Use the left 2 lanes to take exit 18C to merge onto I-696 W.
  12. Take exit 5 for Orchard Lake Rd toward Farmington Hills.
  13. Turn right onto Orchard Lake Rd.
  14. Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto W 12 Mile Rd.
  15. Arrive at Farmington Hills, Michigan.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Plan your route in advance to avoid delays and make the most of your journey.
  • 📱 Use a navigation app to stay updated on real-time traffic conditions and choose the fastest route.
  • ⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the trip.
  • 🚦 Obey traffic rules and signals to ensure a safe and smooth drive.
  • ☕ Take a short break during the journey to stretch your legs and stay refreshed.
  • 🕑 Allow some extra time in your schedule in case of unexpected traffic or road closures.
  • 🌳 Enjoy the scenic views along the way and make it a pleasant road trip experience.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
24.98 mi
00h 29m
Flight
17.88 mi
28.78 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
17.88 mi
Kilometers
28.78 km
Flight Time
00h 02m

Driving Distance

Road route
24.98 mi
Kilometers
40.2 km
Drive Time
00h 29m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 29m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Farmington Hills
Tue, May 5, 6:47 AM EDT
Return by in Hamtramck
Tue, May 5, 7:17 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Hamtramck
2026-05-05T06:18
Arrive Farmington Hills
Tue, May 5, 6:47 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 29m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:30 AM to 7:30 PM EDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:30 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Hamtramck
10:00 PM EDT
Flexible departure

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.

Mid-route stop
Oak Park
MI

City in Oakland County, Michigan, United States

From Hamtramck
11.6 mi
00h 14m
To Farmington Hills
13.4 mi
00h 14m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
64°F
Tuesday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, May 5 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 mph W
Destination
62°F
Tuesday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Tue, May 5 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 mph W

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Hamtramck and Farmington Hills.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hamtramck and Farmington Hills.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    57 m · 11 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Gallagher Avenue

    753 ft · 39 sec · Gallagher Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Lehman Street

    1155 ft · 42 sec · Lehman Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Joseph Campau Street

    1932 ft · 1 min · Joseph Campau Street

  5. 5

    Turn left onto Yemans Street

    2675 ft · 2 min · Yemans Street

  6. 6

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Dequindre Street

    73 m · 12 sec · Dequindre Street

  7. 7

    Turn slight right onto Chrysler Drive

    792 ft · 19 sec · Chrysler Drive

  8. 8

    Take the ramp straight toward I 75 North

    1437 ft · 35 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left onto North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway

    5.6 mi · 6 min · North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward I 696: Lansing, Port Huron

    1036 ft · 25 sec

  11. 11

    Keep slight left to continue on I-75 North to I-696 East

    2746 ft · 1 min · I-75 North to I-696 East

  12. 12

    Merge slight left onto Walter P Reuther Freeway

    12.6 mi · 14 min · Walter P Reuther Freeway

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward Farmington Hills, Park&Ride

    2442 ft · 1 min

  14. 14

    Turn left onto Orchard Lake Road

    1.5 km · 2 min · Orchard Lake Road

  15. 15

    Turn right onto West 11 Mile Road

    1.6 km · 2 min · West 11 Mile Road

  16. 16

    Turn right onto Farmington Road

    135 m · 9 sec · Farmington Road

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Farmington Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Hamtramck and Farmington Hills.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
17 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
68 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Walter P Reuther Freeway
13.1 mi · 52%
North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
5.6 mi · 22%
West 11 Mile Road
0.99 mi · 4%
Orchard Lake Road
0.91 mi · 4%
I-75 North to I-696 East
0.52 mi · 2%
Yemans Street
0.51 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

Walter P Reuther Freeway

Merge slight left onto Walter P Reuther Freeway

12.6 mi · 00h 14m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A short regional drive

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

Drive Time
00h 29m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 00m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+7.1 mi
17.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Oak Park
00h 14m from Hamtramck
Leave By
7:30 PM EDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Hamtramck and Showers And Thunderstorms near Farmington Hills.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Hamtramck to Farmington Hills?

The road trip is about 25 miles (40.2 km) and usually takes 00h 29m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Oak Park is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.6 miles from Hamtramck and 13.4 miles from Farmington Hills.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 17.9 miles (28.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:30 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.32 one way or $6.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Hamtramck and Showers And Thunderstorms near Farmington Hills.

Stop Ideas Near Oak Park

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Oak Park, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Oak Park.

RAIL

Royal Oak station

4 mi away
202 South Sherman Ave.
RAIL

Troy Transit Center

9 mi away
1201 Doyle Drive
RAIL

Birmingham, Michigan

10 mi away
449 South Eton St.
RAIL

Detroit

14 mi away
11 West Baltimore Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Hamtramck and Farmington Hills. Straight-line distance: 17.88 mi (28.78 km).

Hamtramck

#1 Hamtramck

City in Michigan

Population21,438
Coordinates42.3928200, -83.0496400
Altitude192
CountryUnited States
Farmington Hills

#2 Farmington Hills

The second most populous city in Oakland County, Michigan.

Population80,017
Coordinates42.4853100, -83.3771600
Altitude259
CountryUnited States
Start: (-83.049652, 42.392837)
End: Farmington Road (-83.377532, 42.485296)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 40 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 49m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 37m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 29m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 24m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 21m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 18m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.88 gal
3.34 L · about $3.32
Round trip
$6.64
1.76 gal · 6.68 L
Estimated CO2
7.8 kg one way
Round trip: 15.6 kg / 34 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $3.32 $6.64
Mid-grade $4.25 $3.74 $7.49
Premium $4.65 $4.10 $8.19
Diesel $5.30 $4.67 $9.34

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Michigan · May 05, 2026

There is no time difference between Hamtramck and Farmington Hills. The current time is 06:18:13.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.