How far is Royal Oak, MI from Woodhaven, MI?
The driving distance from Royal Oak, MI to Woodhaven, MI is about 38.7 miles (62.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 24.7 miles (39.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 35m 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 47m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Royal Oak and Woodhaven.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Royal Oak and Woodhaven.
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Start on the route
38 m · 11 sec
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Turn right onto West 11 Mile Road
1.4 mi · 3 min · West 11 Mile Road
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Turn right onto South Stephenson Highway
121 m · 10 sec · South Stephenson Highway
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Take the ramp straight toward I 75 South
1452 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left onto South Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
10.7 mi · 12 min · South Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 75: Toledo
4.2 mi · 6 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Fisher Freeway
12.2 mi · 14 min · Fisher Freeway
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Continue on Detroit-Toledo Expressway
6.1 mi · 7 min · Detroit-Toledo Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward Gibraltar
1440 ft · 49 sec
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Turn straight onto Gibraltar Road
607 ft · 11 sec · Gibraltar Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 75 North: Detroit
1804 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
3 mi · 3 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Royal Oak and Woodhaven.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Fisher Freeway
Keep slight left to continue on Fisher Freeway
12.2 mi · 00h 14m
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 Snow Showers then Chance Rain Showers leaving Royal Oak and Chance Rain Showers near Woodhaven.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Royal Oak to Woodhaven?
The road trip is about 38.7 miles (62.3 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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?
River Rouge is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.3 miles from Royal Oak and 19.4 miles from Woodhaven.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 24.7 miles (39.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 14 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 4:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.17 one way or $10.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers then Chance Rain Showers around Royal Oak and Chance Rain Showers near Woodhaven.
Stop Ideas Near River Rouge
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 River Rouge.
John D. Dingell Transit Center
Greenfield Village, Michigan
Detroit
Royal Oak station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Royal Oak and Woodhaven. Straight-line distance: 24.72 mi (39.79 km).
#1 Royal Oak
The most populous city in Oakland County, Michigan.
| Population | 58,963 |
| Coordinates | 42.4894800, -83.1446500 |
| Altitude | 202 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Woodhaven
City in Wayne County, Michigan, United States of America
| Population | 12,430 |
| Coordinates | 42.1389300, -83.2416000 |
| Altitude | 184 |
| Country | United States |
End: Woodhaven (-83.2416, 42.13893)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 62 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
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 | $5.17 | $10.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.83 | $11.65 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.38 | $12.75 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.27 | $14.53 |
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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