How far is Sodus, MI from Dearborn, MI?
The driving distance from Sodus, MI to Dearborn, MI is about 185.2 miles (298.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 164.6 miles (264.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 50m 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.
Flight Distance
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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 02h 55m.
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.
Township in Calhoun County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sodus and Dearborn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sodus and Dearborn.
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Start on Naomi Road
57 m · 6 sec · Naomi Road
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Turn right onto Sodus Parkway
1.2 km · 1 min · Sodus Parkway
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Take the ramp right
2703 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Saint Joseph Valley Parkway
4 mi · 4 min · Saint Joseph Valley Parkway
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Keep slight right to continue on US-31
1.2 km · 1 min · US-31
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Merge slight left onto I-94/US-31
2935 ft · 36 sec · I-94/US-31
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Keep slight left to continue on I 94: Detroit
137.4 mi · 2 hr 27 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 94, I 94 Business: Detroit, Ann Arbor
36.5 mi · 39 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Greenfield Road, Schaefer Road
1740 ft · 43 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Schaefer Road
1668 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Schaefer Road, Butler Road
1008 ft · 30 sec
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Turn left onto Butler Road
650 ft · 14 sec · Butler Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Schaefer Road
1.6 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 Sodus 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 94
Keep slight left to continue on I 94: Detroit
137 mi · 02h 27m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Sodus and Mostly Sunny near Dearborn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sodus to Dearborn?
The road trip is about 185.2 miles (298.1 km) and usually takes 02h 55m 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?
Marengo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 91.4 miles from Sodus and 93.8 miles from Dearborn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 164.6 miles (264.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.6 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 12:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.66 one way or $49.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 58.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Sodus and Mostly Sunny near Dearborn.
Stop Ideas Near Marengo
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 Marengo.
Albion station
Battle Creek Transportation Center
Jackson station
East Lansing station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sodus and Dearborn. Straight-line distance: 164.59 mi (264.88 km).
#1 Sodus
Township in Berrien County, Michigan
| Population | 1,947 |
| Coordinates | 42.0436500, -86.3691900 |
| Altitude | 204 |
| 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: 298 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 05m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 18m |
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 | $24.66 | $49.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.81 | $55.63 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $30.44 | $60.87 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $34.69 | $69.38 |
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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