How far is Luna Pier, MI from Dearborn, MI?
The driving distance from Luna Pier, MI to Dearborn, MI is about 41.2 miles (66.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 38.2 miles (61.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 32m 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 00h 46m.
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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 Luna Pier and Dearborn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Luna Pier and Dearborn.
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Start on 7th Street
38 m · 8 sec · 7th Street
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Turn right onto Lakewood Avenue
839 ft · 42 sec · Lakewood Avenue
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Turn left onto Luna Pier Road
1430 ft · 41 sec · Luna Pier Road
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Take the ramp right toward I 75 North: Detroit
1631 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
28.9 mi · 31 min
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Continue on Fisher Freeway
7.8 mi · 8 min · Fisher Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward M 85: Fort Street, Schaefer Highway
1049 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Schaefer Highway North
531 ft · 15 sec
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Turn slight left onto Schaefer Highway South
1.7 mi · 4 min · Schaefer Highway South
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Continue on Schaefer Road
1.8 mi · 4 min · Schaefer Road
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Turn left onto Michigan Avenue
24 m · 2 sec · Michigan Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Michigan Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Luna Pier and Dearborn.
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 North
Merge slight left
28.9 mi · 00h 31m
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.
Sunny leaving Luna Pier and Sunny near Dearborn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Luna Pier to Dearborn?
The road trip is about 41.2 miles (66.3 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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 20.6 miles from Luna Pier and 20.6 miles from Dearborn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 38.2 miles (61.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 3 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 4:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.47 one way or $10.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Luna Pier and Sunny near Dearborn.
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 Luna Pier and Dearborn. Straight-line distance: 38.13 mi (61.36 km).
#1 Luna Pier
City in Monroe County, Michigan, United States of America
| Population | 1,393 |
| Coordinates | 41.8069900, -83.4424300 |
| Altitude | 175 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dearborn
The most populous city in Wayne County, Michigan.
| Population | 93,367 |
| Coordinates | 42.3222600, -83.1763100 |
| Altitude | 180 |
| Country | United States |
End: Michigan Avenue (-83.176219, 42.322088)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 66 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 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 | $5.47 | $10.94 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.17 | $12.33 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.69 | $15.38 |
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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