How far is Vassar, MI from Dearborn, MI?
The driving distance from Vassar, MI to Dearborn, MI is about 91 miles (146.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 75.4 miles (121.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 29m 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
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 44m.
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 Oakland County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Vassar and Dearborn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vassar and Dearborn.
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Start on East Huron Avenue
1041 ft · 19 sec · East Huron Avenue
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Turn right onto Goodrich Street
5 m · 1 sec · Goodrich Street
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Continue on Goodrich Street
2995 ft · 51 sec · Goodrich Street
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Continue on State Road
5.7 mi · 8 min · State Road
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Continue on State Street
1 mi · 1 min · State Street
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Continue on State Road
7.6 mi · 10 min · State Road
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Continue on South State Street
2723 ft · 46 sec · South State Street
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Continue on North State Road
10.1 mi · 15 min · North State Road
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Continue on South State Road
10.2 mi · 14 min · South State Road
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Continue on North Ortonville Road
9.8 mi · 14 min · North Ortonville Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 75 South: Detroit
1477 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left onto I-75 South
37.6 mi · 40 min · I-75 South
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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 Vassar and Dearborn.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I-75 South
Merge slight left onto I-75 South
37.6 mi · 00h 40m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Vassar and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Dearborn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Vassar to Dearborn?
The road trip is about 91 miles (146.5 km) and usually takes 01h 44m 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?
Springfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 45.5 miles from Vassar and 45.5 miles from Dearborn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 75.4 miles (121.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.6 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 3:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.10 one way or $24.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Vassar and Slight Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny near Dearborn.
Stop Ideas Near Springfield
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 Springfield.
Pontiac Transportation Center
Birmingham, Michigan
Troy Transit Center
Flint station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Vassar and Dearborn. Straight-line distance: 75.4 mi (121.35 km).
#1 Vassar
City in Michigan, USA
| Population | 3,909 |
| Coordinates | 43.3719700, -83.5832900 |
| Altitude | 195 |
| 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: 147 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 08m |
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 | $12.10 | $24.21 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.65 | $27.30 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.94 | $29.88 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $17.03 | $34.05 |
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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