How far is Taylor, MI from River Rouge, MI?
The driving distance from Taylor, MI to River Rouge, MI is about 9.3 miles (15 km), with a travel time of about 00h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 7.3 miles (11.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 38m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 19m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Michigan, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Taylor and River Rouge.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Taylor and River Rouge.
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Start on Wick Road
2 mi · 5 min · Wick Road
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Turn left onto Pelham Road
1.6 km · 2 min · Pelham Road
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Turn right onto Ecorse Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Ecorse Road
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Continue on Allen Road
2166 ft · 1 min · Allen Road
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Turn right onto Southfield Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Southfield Road
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Take the exit right toward I 75 North
1371 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
2.1 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward M 85: Fort Street, Schaefer Highway
1049 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Schaefer Highway North
130 m · 19 sec
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Turn sharp right onto Schaefer Highway South
1.1 km · 2 min · Schaefer Highway South
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Continue on Coolidge Highway
2611 ft · 2 min · Coolidge Highway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Coolidge Highway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Taylor and River Rouge.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
I 75 North
Merge slight left
2.11 mi · 00h 02m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Taylor and Mostly Sunny near River Rouge.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Taylor to River Rouge?
The road trip is about 9.3 miles (15 km) and usually takes 00h 19m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Allen Park is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4.7 miles from Taylor and 4.7 miles from River Rouge.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 7.3 miles (11.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.24 one way or $2.49 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Taylor and Mostly Sunny near River Rouge.
Stop Ideas Near Allen Park
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 Allen Park.
John D. Dingell Transit Center
Greenfield Village, Michigan
Detroit
Royal Oak station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Taylor and River Rouge. Straight-line distance: 7.28 mi (11.71 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 River Rouge
City in Michigan
| Population | 7,369 |
| Coordinates | 42.2733700, -83.1343700 |
| Altitude | 178 |
| Country | United States |
End: River Rouge (-83.13437, 42.27337)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 15 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 06m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $1.24 | $2.49 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.40 | $2.81 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $1.54 | $3.07 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $1.75 | $3.50 |
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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