How far is Somerset, MI from Westland, MI?

The driving distance from Somerset, MI to Westland, MI is about 68.2 miles (109.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 23m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 53.5 miles (86.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 46m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Trip Tools

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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
68.25 mi
01h 23m
Flight
53.5 mi
86.1 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
53.5 mi
Kilometers
86.1 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
68.25 mi
Kilometers
109.84 km
Drive Time
01h 23m

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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 01h 23m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Westland
Mon, May 25, 9:19 AM EDT
Return by in Somerset
Mon, May 25, 10:42 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Somerset
2026-05-25T07:56
Arrive Westland
Mon, May 25, 9:19 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 23m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:23 AM to 11:23 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:44 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Somerset
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Chelsea
MI

City in Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States of America

From Somerset
34.1 mi
00h 41m
To Westland
34.2 mi
00h 41m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
79°F
Memorial Day

Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Mon, May 25 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 5 mph NE
Destination
81°F
Memorial Day

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Mon, May 25 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
1 to 5 mph SE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Somerset and Westland.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Somerset and Westland.

  1. 1

    Start on Chicago Road

    1.5 km · 1 min · Chicago Road

  2. 2

    Turn left

    15.8 mi · 20 min

  3. 3

    Keep slight right to continue on I 94 East: Detroit

    1871 ft · 46 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    28.7 mi · 31 min

  5. 5

    Keep slight left to continue on M 14: Plymouth

    4.7 mi · 5 min

  6. 6

    Keep right to continue on M 14 East, US 23 South: Plymouth

    2.4 mi · 3 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia

    2.8 mi · 3 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward M 153: Ford Road

    2504 ft · 1 min

  9. 9

    Continue on M 153 East: Canton

    1212 ft · 30 sec

  10. 10

    Continue on M-153

    1.1 km · 1 min · M-153

  11. 11

    Continue on Ford Road

    11.2 mi · 17 min · Ford Road

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Ford Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Somerset and Westland.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
12 steps
1 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
1 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
17.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 94 East
29 mi · 43%
Ford Road
11.2 mi · 16%
M 14 East
5.19 mi · 8%
M 14
4.69 mi · 7%
Chicago Road
0.95 mi · 1%
M-153
0.71 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

I 94 East

Merge slight left

28.7 mi · 00h 31m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 23m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 46m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+14.7 mi
53.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Chelsea
00h 41m from Somerset
Leave By
3:44 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny leaving Somerset and Mostly Sunny near Westland.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Somerset to Westland?

The road trip is about 68.2 miles (109.8 km) and usually takes 01h 23m 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?

Chelsea is a useful midpoint, sitting about 34.1 miles from Somerset and 34.2 miles from Westland.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 53.5 miles (86.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.7 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 3:44 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.09 one way or $18.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny around Somerset and Mostly Sunny near Westland.

Stop Ideas Near Chelsea

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Chelsea, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Chelsea.

RAIL

Ann Arbor station

23 mi away
325 Depot Street
RAIL

Jackson station

32 mi away
501 E. Michigan Ave.
RAIL

East Lansing station

59 mi away
1240 South Harrison Road
RAIL

Albion station

61 mi away
300 North Eaton St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Somerset and Westland. Straight-line distance: 53.5 mi (86.1 km).

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#1 Somerset

Township in Hillsdale County, Michigan

Population4,529
Coordinates42.0483800, -84.3766200
Altitude324
CountryUnited States
Westland

#2 Westland

A city in Wayne County, Michigan.

Population81,116
Coordinates42.3242000, -83.4002100
Altitude203
CountryUnited States
Start: Somerset (-84.37662, 42.04838)
End: Westland (-83.40021, 42.3242)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 110 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 16m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 42m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 21m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 08m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 58m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 51m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.41 gal
9.12 L · about $9.09
Round trip
$18.18
4.82 gal · 18.24 L
Estimated CO2
21.4 kg one way
Round trip: 42.8 kg / 94 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $9.09 $18.18
Mid-grade $4.25 $10.25 $20.50
Premium $4.65 $11.22 $22.43
Diesel $5.30 $12.78 $25.57

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Michigan · May 25, 2026

There is no time difference between Somerset and Westland. The current time is 07:56:12.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.