How far is Taylor, MI from Midland, MI?
The driving distance from Taylor, MI to Midland, MI is about 139.6 miles (224.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 107.1 miles (172.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 11m 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 35m.
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.
Census designation in Genesee County, Michigan, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Taylor and Midland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Taylor and Midland.
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Start on Wick Road
1.6 km · 2 min · Wick Road
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Turn right onto South Beech Daly Road
1.6 km · 2 min · South Beech Daly Road
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Turn left onto Ecorse Road
2533 ft · 49 sec · Ecorse Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 94 West: Chicago
1240 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight right onto Detroit Industrial Expressway
5.4 mi · 6 min · Detroit Industrial Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 275: Toledo, Flint
1531 ft · 37 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 275 North: Flint
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
29.2 mi · 31 min
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Continue straight
6 mi · 6 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 23 South, US 23 North: Ann Arbor, Spencer Road, Flint
960 ft · 12 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 23 North: Flint
1.1 km · 55 sec
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Merge slight left
78.2 mi · 1 hr 24 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 10 West: Midland
1046 ft · 36 sec
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Continue straight
11.3 mi · 11 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 10 Business, M 20: Downtown Midland
2.6 mi · 3 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
14 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout
1.8 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto Jerome Street
944 ft · 25 sec · Jerome Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Jerome Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Taylor and Midland.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 23 North
Merge slight left
78.2 mi · 01h 24m
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 Taylor and Mostly Sunny near Midland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Taylor to Midland?
The road trip is about 139.6 miles (224.6 km) and usually takes 02h 35m 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?
Lake Fenton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 69.8 miles from Taylor and 69.8 miles from Midland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 107.1 miles (172.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 32.5 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 1:18 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.55 one way or $37.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Taylor and Mostly Sunny near Midland.
Stop Ideas Near Lake Fenton
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 Lake Fenton.
Flint station
Durand Union Station
Lapeer station
Owosso, MI
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Taylor and Midland. Straight-line distance: 107.09 mi (172.34 km).
#1 Taylor
The most populous city in Wayne County, Michigan.
| Population | 60,576 |
| Coordinates | 42.2408700, -83.2696500 |
| Altitude | 187 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Midland
The largest city in Midland County, Michigan.
| Population | 41,616 |
| Coordinates | 43.6155800, -84.2472100 |
| Altitude | 191 |
| Country | United States |
End: Midland (-84.24721, 43.61558)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 225 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 44m |
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 | $18.55 | $37.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $20.92 | $41.85 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $22.90 | $45.80 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $26.10 | $52.19 |
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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