How far is Hudsonville, MI from Farmington Hills, MI?
The driving distance from Hudsonville, MI to Farmington Hills, MI is about 147.7 miles (237.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 129.1 miles (207.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 22m 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 02h 11m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Eaton 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 Hudsonville and Farmington Hills.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hudsonville and Farmington Hills.
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Start on Van Buren Street
685 ft · 28 sec · Van Buren Street
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Turn left onto Elm Avenue
118 m · 13 sec · Elm Avenue
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Turn right onto Oak Street
148 m · 24 sec · Oak Street
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Turn right onto Balsam Drive
712 ft · 21 sec · Balsam Drive
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Continue on 32nd Avenue
1.6 mi · 4 min · 32nd Avenue
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Take the ramp left toward I 196 East: Grand Rapids
2349 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left onto Gerald R Ford Freeway
1.4 mi · 2 min · Gerald R Ford Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward M 6 East: Lansing
1.4 km · 1 min
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Continue on Paul B. Henry Freeway
18.4 mi · 20 min · Paul B. Henry Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on I-96 East: Lansing
1.1 km · 56 sec
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Merge slight left
50 mi · 54 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 96 East: Detroit
66.9 mi · 1 hr 12 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 Hudsonville 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 96 East
Keep slight left to continue on I 96 East: Detroit
66.9 mi · 01h 12m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Hudsonville and Chance Light Rain near Farmington Hills.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hudsonville to Farmington Hills?
The road trip is about 147.7 miles (237.7 km) and usually takes 02h 11m 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?
Dimondale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 73.8 miles from Hudsonville and 73.9 miles from Farmington Hills.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 129.1 miles (207.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.6 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:08 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.65 one way or $39.29 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Hudsonville and Chance Light Rain near Farmington Hills.
Stop Ideas Near Dimondale
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 Dimondale.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hudsonville and Farmington Hills. Straight-line distance: 129.15 mi (207.84 km).
#1 Hudsonville
City in Ottawa County, Michigan, United States
| Population | 7,391 |
| Coordinates | 42.8708600, -85.8650400 |
| Altitude | 193 |
| 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 Road (-83.377532, 42.485296)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 238 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 50m |
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 | $19.65 | $39.29 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $22.16 | $44.32 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $24.25 | $48.49 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $27.63 | $55.27 |
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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