How far is Sidney, MI from Dearborn, MI?
The driving distance from Sidney, MI to Dearborn, MI is about 151.6 miles (244 km), with a travel time of about 02h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 118.1 miles (190.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 55m 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 27m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Human settlement in Ingham 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 Sidney and Dearborn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sidney and Dearborn.
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Start on West Sidney Road
12 m · 6 sec · West Sidney Road
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Turn left onto Derby Road
2.5 mi · 5 min · Derby Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West County Farm Road
2.6 mi · 3 min · West County Farm Road
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Continue on Washington Street
2536 ft · 1 min · Washington Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Main Street
1.3 km · 1 min · South Main Street
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Continue on South Sheridan Road
1.5 mi · 2 min · South Sheridan Road
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Continue on North State Road
12.8 mi · 17 min · North State Road
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Continue on North State Street
2057 ft · 59 sec · North State Street
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Turn left onto West Lincoln Avenue
1060 ft · 40 sec · West Lincoln Avenue
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Turn right onto North Dexter Street
1 mi · 2 min · North Dexter Street
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Continue on South State Road
6.6 mi · 10 min · South State Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 96 East: Lansing
1420 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
28.9 mi · 31 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
8.9 mi · 10 min · Walter P Reuther Freeway
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Merge slight left onto John C Lodge Freeway
4.1 mi · 5 min · John C Lodge Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward M 39
3081 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Southfield Freeway
8.2 mi · 11 min · Southfield Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward M 153
625 ft · 18 sec
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Continue on South M 39 Service Drive
1815 ft · 39 sec · South M 39 Service Drive
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Turn slight right onto Ford Road
1082 ft · 37 sec
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Turn straight onto Ford Road
2.1 mi · 4 min · Ford Road
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Turn right onto Schaefer Road
2572 ft · 1 min · Schaefer Road
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Turn right 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 Sidney 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 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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Sidney and Showers And Thunderstorms near Dearborn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sidney to Dearborn?
The road trip is about 151.6 miles (244 km) and usually takes 02h 27m 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?
Williamston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 74.9 miles from Sidney and 76.7 miles from Dearborn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 118.1 miles (190.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.5 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 1:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.17 one way or $40.35 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Sidney and Showers And Thunderstorms near Dearborn.
Stop Ideas Near Williamston
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 Williamston.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sidney and Dearborn. Straight-line distance: 118.12 mi (190.1 km).
#1 Sidney
Township in Montcalm County, Michigan
| Population | 2,435 |
| Coordinates | 43.2500300, -85.1330700 |
| Altitude | 273 |
| 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: 244 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 53m |
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 | $20.17 | $40.35 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $22.75 | $45.51 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $24.90 | $49.80 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $28.38 | $56.75 |
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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