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Trip from Chassell, MI to Macomb, MI

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

10h 14m

Distance

530.2 mi

853 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

2-day trip

Fuel Cost

$83

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min
4 AM
10h 5m ★
6 AM
10h 14m
8 AM
10h 33m
10 AM
10h 21m
12 PM
10h 19m
3 PM
10h 22m
5 PM
10h 32m
8 PM
10h 9m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Chassell, MI, MI

Chassell, MI

Kari Alfonso

Trip Overview

This 530.2-mile journey from Chassell, MI, to Macomb, MI, will take approximately 10 hours and 14 minutes of driving time, making it a substantial trek. Given its length and duration, this route is best tackled over two days to avoid fatigue. You'll primarily be on I-75, Wilson Memorial Drive, and M-28, with 63% of the drive on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $83. This long-distance drive, entirely within the Midwest region of Michigan, offers a straightforward path connecting two points in the state.

Trip Pace

Best split across 2 days

Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.

Break Rhythm

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

265.1 miles from Chassell, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 5h 26m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 262 mi 4h 31m
Wilson Memorial Drive 76.6 mi 1h 37m
M-28 70.9 mi 1h 24m
US 2 65.1 mi 1h 15m
M 77 17.3 mi 20m
Palms Avenue 10.2 mi 14m
25 Mile Road 6.9 mi 10m
US-41/M-28 3.8 mi 5m
Longest stretch: I 75 — 262 mi, about 4h 31m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Chassell, MI and Macomb, MI.

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Start on US 41

77 mi · 1 hr 37 min · Wilson Memorial Drive
2

Enter roundabout onto US 41; M 28

92 ft · 5 sec · US 41; M 28
3

Continue on US 41; M 28

0.9 mi · 1 min · US 41; M 28
4

Enter roundabout onto US 41; M 28

94 ft · 5 sec · Palms Avenue
5

Continue on US 41; M 28

10 mi · 14 min · Palms Avenue
6

Enter roundabout onto US 41; M 28

116 ft · 6 sec · US-41/M-28
7

Continue on US 41; M 28

0.5 mi · 45 sec · US-41/M-28
8

Enter roundabout onto US 41; M 28

103 ft · 6 sec · US-41/M-28
9

Continue on US 41; M 28

1.6 mi · 2 min · US-41/M-28
10

Continue on US 41; M 28

1.0 mi · 1 min · Marquette Bypass
11

Enter roundabout onto US 41; M 28

109 ft · 6 sec · Marquette Bypass
12

Continue on US 41; M 28

0.2 mi · 14 sec · Marquette Bypass
13

Enter roundabout onto US 41; M 28

107 ft · 1 sec · Marquette Bypass
14

Continue on US 41; M 28

0.5 mi · 52 sec · Marquette Bypass
15

Take the exit onto US 41; M 28

410 ft · 10 sec · US 41; M 28
16

Merge onto US 41; M 28

2.6 mi · 4 min · South Front Street
17

Continue on US 41; M 28

1.6 mi · 2 min · US-41/M-28
18

Turn left onto M 28

36 mi · 42 min · M-28
19

Continue on M 28

2.2 mi · 4 min · West Munising Avenue
20

Continue on M 28

0.2 mi · 22 sec · Cedar Street
21

Continue on M 28

35 mi · 41 min · M-28
22

Turn sharp right onto M 77

17 mi · 20 min · M 77
23

At end of road, turn left onto US 2

65 mi · 1 hr 15 min · US 2
24

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 44 sec
Toward I 75 South: Mackinac Bridge
25

Merge onto I 75

94 mi · 1 hr 37 min · I 75
26

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

124 mi · 2 hr 7 min · I 75
Toward I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
27

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23

11 mi · 11 min · I 75; US 23
28

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

33 mi · 35 min · I 75
29

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 81 Toward I 75 Business, M 24: Pontiac, Lapeer Use the slight right lane.
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Continue on I 75 BL

0.2 mi · 27 sec · I 75 BL
31

Keep slight right at fork onto I 75 BL

0.6 mi · 57 sec · I 75 BL
Toward I 75 Business South: Pontiac
32

Turn left

88 ft · 3 sec
Use the left lane.
33

Turn left

154 ft · 7 sec
34

Continue on Shimmons Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Shimmons Road
35

At end of road, turn left onto Shimmons Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Shimmons Road
36

At end of road, turn left onto North Squirrel Road

0.3 mi · 37 sec · North Squirrel Road
37

Turn right onto Tienken Road

3.5 mi · 6 min · Tienken Road
Use the right lane.
38

Enter roundabout onto West Tienken Road

128 ft · 3 sec · West Tienken Road
39

Continue on West Tienken Road

1.6 mi · 3 min · West Tienken Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
40

Enter roundabout onto East Tienken Road

159 ft · 5 sec · East Tienken Road
41

Continue on East Tienken Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · East Tienken Road
42

Enter roundabout onto Runyon Road

150 ft · 3 sec · Runyon Road
43

Continue on Runyon Road

0.9 mi · 1 min · Runyon Road
44

Continue on 25 Mile Road

6.0 mi · 9 min · 25 Mile Road
45

Enter roundabout onto 25 Mile Road

150 ft · 4 sec · 25 Mile Road
46

Continue on 25 Mile Road

0.9 mi · 1 min · 25 Mile Road
47

Enter roundabout

270 ft · 7 sec
48

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

For this 10-hour drive, splitting it into two days is highly recommended for safety and comfort. Aim to depart early in the morning on your first day to maximize daylight and get a good portion of the driving done. You'll have two planned stops in the data, but be sure to add personal breaks as needed, especially during the 262-mile stretch on I-75. Keep an eye on your fuel levels; the estimated cost is $83, so budget accordingly, and plan your refueling stops in advance, particularly in less populated areas.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 265.1 miles from Chassell, MI, or about 5h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 262 miles.

Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 117 miles or 2h 31m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 265.1 miles or 5h 26m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Overnight split

Day 1 wrap after about 265.1 miles or 5h 26m

Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 8h 56m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Macomb, MI than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Chassell, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Chassell, MI

Aim for roughly 265 miles and 5.1 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 2

Finish the approach into Macomb, MI

Aim for roughly 265 miles and 5.1 hours of wheel time on this day.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 117 miles from Chassell, MI.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 262 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Flat Rock, MI, MI

First major stop

Coffee and fuel

Flat Rock, MI

175 mi into the route

Best for: Coffee, fuel, and an easy first stretch

This is a natural early stop once the first hours of the drive are behind you.

city in Charlevoix County, Michigan, United States of America

Second major stop

Overnight candidate

Boyne City, MI

350 mi into the route

Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start

This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.

Find hotels in Boyne City, MI

Overnight Options

Night 1

Bay Mills, MI

265 mi · about 5.1h in

A practical overnight split lands near Bay Mills, MI after about 265 miles or 5.1 hours of driving.

Find hotels

Pacing Suggestions

Flat Rock, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 117 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Boyne City, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 265.1 miles from Chassell, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 262 miles.

Overnight split

Hotel stop

For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 265 miles or 5.1 hours on the road.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Velodrome Coffee Company

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ishpeming, Michigan

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 75.7

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+19062732556

Visit website

Circle K

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Ishpeming, Michigan

1.7 mi

Lawry's Pasty Shop

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ishpeming, Michigan

2.9 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Our Town Coffee & Treats

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Grayling, Michigan

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 340.8

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+19892178099

Visit website

Rare Earth Goods Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ishpeming, Michigan

1.5 mi

Cruisin’ Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ishpeming, Michigan

1.7 mi

Velodrome Coffee Company

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 75.7

Ishpeming, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+19062732556

Visit website

Circle K

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 75.7

Ishpeming, Michigan

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19064868122

Visit website

Lawry's Pasty Shop

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 75.7

Ishpeming, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+19064855589

Visit website

Midtown Bakery & Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 75.7

Negaunee, Michigan

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+19064750064

Visit website

Campfire Coffee Roasters Inc.

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 75.7

Negaunee, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+19064758955

Visit website

Circle K

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 75.7

Negaunee, Michigan

Hours: 5 am–11 pm

+19064755375

Visit website

Our Town Coffee & Treats

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 340.8

Grayling, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+19892178099

Visit website

Rare Earth Goods Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 75.7

Ishpeming, Michigan

Hours: 8:30 am–3 pm

+19062042800

Visit website

Cruisin’ Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 75.7

Ishpeming, Michigan

Hours: 6:30 am–5:30 pm

+19062042462

Visit website

Battle Alley Coffee Co.

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 492.3

Holly, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+12482450512

Visit website

Stone Mountain Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 378.7

West Branch, Michigan

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

+19893453006

Visit website

Contrast Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 75.7

Negaunee, Michigan

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

+19064515662

Visit website

Da Yoopers Tourist Trap and Rock Shop

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 75.7

Ishpeming, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+19064855595

Visit website

Cliffs Shaft Mine Museum & Iron Ore Heritage Bike Trail Trailhead

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 75.7

Ishpeming, Michigan

+19064851882

Visit website

US Ski and Snowboard Hall of Fame & Museum

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 75.7

Ishpeming, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–2 pm

+19062351670

Visit website

Iron Ore Heritage Trail

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 75.7

Negaunee, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+19062352923

Visit website

Dousman's Mill

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 265.1

Mackinaw City, MI

+12314364100

Visit website

Ford Field Central Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 530.2

Shelby Township, Michigan

+15867310300

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 30

5 decision points cluster between mile 91 and 516.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
91 mi into trip | ~1h 58m in | US 41; M 28 / Marquette Bypass

Enter roundabout onto US 41; M 28 / Marquette Bypass

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5
169.2 mi into trip | ~3h 35m in | M 77

Turn sharp right onto M 77

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

6
346 mi into trip | ~6h 49m in | I 75

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward I 75: Saginaw, Detroit

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
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513.9 mi into trip | ~9h 43m in

Take the exit toward I 75 Business, M 24: Pontiac, Lapeer

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 81 Toward I 75 Business, M 24: Pontiac, Lapeer
6
516.6 mi into trip | ~9h 50m in | Tienken Road

Turn right onto Tienken Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$82.89 one way

$165.78 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 186 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $91.01 $182.02
premium $4.89 $102.03 $204.06
diesel $5.61 $117.06 $234.12

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$83

Hotel (1n)

$80–$140

Meals

$50–$100

Total

$213–$323

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 185.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $56 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 159.1 1 $55.67 $25.45
Efficient EV 132.6 1 $46.39 $21.21
EV Truck/SUV 212.1 2 $74.23 $33.93

Gas CO2

186 kg

EV CO2

62 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Chassell, MI

Night in Chassell on Saturday

Local time

9:06 PM

EDT

Current temp

36°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Macomb, MI

Night in Macomb on Saturday

Local time

9:06 PM

EDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

56°F

Flat Rock, MI

175 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

11 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

10h 14m on the road

This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Keweenaw National Historical Park

Keweenaw National Historical Park

National Historical Park

The stories of people and copper in the Keweenaw Peninsula have been intertwined for more than 7,000 years. Indigenous peoples made copper into tools and trade items. Investors and immigrants arrived...

10 mi from route ~26 min detour Free
View on nps.gov
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore

Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore

National Lakeshore

Sandstone cliffs, beaches, waterfalls, sand dunes, inland lakes, deep forest, and wild shoreline beckon you to visit Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. The power of Lake Superior shapes the park's coa...

16 mi from route ~40 min detour $25 near mile 149.1
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a driving experience that is largely highway-focused, with 63% of your journey utilizing major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 262 miles on I-75, which means significant portions will be at higher speeds. While the route is primarily interstate, there are segments on M-28 and Wilson Memorial Drive that might offer a slightly different pace. The character of the drive shifts as you progress, moving from the more rural feel of the Upper Peninsula to the more developed areas as you approach Macomb.

63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
48 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 262 mi on I 75.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

At 10h 14m, this is a long-haul route where pacing matters more than any single turn. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 91 miles in near US 41; M 28 / Marquette Bypass.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 30 significant decision points across 530.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 91 miles (US 41; M 28 / Marquette Bypass): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 169.2 miles (M 77): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 346 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Chassell, MI to Macomb, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Detroit along the way.

Detroit

346 mi in | ~6h 49m | via I 75

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 262 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 265 miles on day one.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Macomb, MI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 91 miles (US 41; M 28 / Marquette Bypass): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 169.2 miles (M 77): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 346 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Keweenaw National Historical Park and Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 10.2 hours each way, a round trip means 20.5 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Macomb, MI before the return drive.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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