How far is Thomas, MI from Dearborn, MI?
The driving distance from Thomas, MI to Dearborn, MI is about 49.9 miles (80.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 39 miles (62.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 57m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 58m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Thomas and Dearborn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Thomas and Dearborn.
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Start on First Street
1014 ft · 40 sec · First Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Thomas Road
1114 ft · 21 sec · Thomas Road
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Turn left onto North Lapeer Road
3.7 mi · 5 min · North Lapeer Road
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Continue on North Washington Street
1.5 km · 2 min · North Washington Street
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Continue on South Lapeer Road
9.7 mi · 16 min · South Lapeer Road
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Turn slight left onto North Opdyke Road
1.4 mi · 3 min · North Opdyke Road
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Turn sharp left onto University Drive
889 ft · 23 sec · University Drive
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 75 South: Detroit
1443 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left
25.5 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94: Port Huron, Chicago
1512 ft · 37 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 94 West: Chicago
1639 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left onto Edsel Ford Freeway
5.6 mi · 8 min · Edsel Ford Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 12: Michigan Avenue, Dearborn
2026 ft · 56 sec
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Michigan Avenue
1.2 km · 2 min · 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 Thomas 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 75 South
Merge slight left
25.5 mi · 00h 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.
Chance Snow Showers leaving Thomas and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Dearborn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Thomas to Dearborn?
The road trip is about 49.9 miles (80.3 km) and usually takes 00h 58m 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?
Clawson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.7 miles from Thomas and 25.2 miles from Dearborn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 39 miles (62.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.9 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 4:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.64 one way or $13.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Thomas and Slight Chance Rain Showers near Dearborn.
Stop Ideas Near Clawson
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 Clawson.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Thomas and Dearborn. Straight-line distance: 38.98 mi (62.74 km).
#1 Thomas
Township in Monroe County, Michigan
| Population | 11,419 |
| Coordinates | 42.8794700, -83.2971600 |
| Altitude | 330 |
| 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: 80 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 37m |
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 | $6.64 | $13.27 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.49 | $14.97 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.19 | $16.38 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.34 | $18.67 |
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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