Origin
Clio, MI
Late night in Clio on Tuesday
Local time
5:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clio, MI to Macomb, MI
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
67.1 mi
108 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clio, MI
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Trip Overview
Clio to Macomb is 67.1 miles and takes about 1 hour 26 minutes via I 75 and local roads, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Michigan, connecting two points in the Midwest region. Given its short duration and mostly highway profile, this is a straightforward drive, ideal for a quick transfer or a day trip without needing an overnight stay. Plan for a smooth ride, mostly on the interstate, making it an easy option for getting from point A to point B.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 48.7 mi | 52m |
| 25 Mile Road | 6.9 mi | 10m |
| Tienken Road | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| West Tienken Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| West Vienna Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Shimmons Road | 1.1 mi | 3m |
| Runyon Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| I 75 BL | 0.8 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 48.7 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clio, MI and Macomb, MI.
1
Start on this road
52 ft
·
5 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto M 57
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Vienna Street
3
Continue on M 57
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Vienna Road
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Flint
5
Merge onto I 75; US 23
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
I 75; US 23
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23
11 mi
·
11 min
·
I 75; US 23
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
33 mi
·
35 min
·
I 75
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 81
Toward I 75 Business, M 24: Pontiac, Lapeer
Use the slight right lane.
9
Continue on I 75 BL
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
I 75 BL
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75 BL
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
I 75 BL
Toward I 75 Business South: Pontiac
11
Turn left
88 ft
·
3 sec
Use the left lane.
12
Turn left
154 ft
·
7 sec
13
Continue on Shimmons Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Shimmons Road
14
At end of road, turn left onto Shimmons Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Shimmons Road
15
At end of road, turn left onto North Squirrel Road
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
North Squirrel Road
16
Turn right onto Tienken Road
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Tienken Road
Use the right lane.
17
Enter roundabout onto West Tienken Road
128 ft
·
3 sec
·
West Tienken Road
18
Continue on West Tienken Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
West Tienken Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
19
Enter roundabout onto East Tienken Road
159 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Tienken Road
20
Continue on East Tienken Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Tienken Road
21
Enter roundabout onto Runyon Road
150 ft
·
3 sec
·
Runyon Road
22
Continue on Runyon Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Runyon Road
23
Continue on 25 Mile Road
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
25 Mile Road
24
Enter roundabout onto 25 Mile Road
150 ft
·
4 sec
·
25 Mile Road
25
Continue on 25 Mile Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
25 Mile Road
26
Enter roundabout
270 ft
·
7 sec
27
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.5 miles from Clio, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 195 decision points cluster between mile 50.8 and 53.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
50.8 mi into trip
|
~56m 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
5
51.6 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
I 75 BL
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75 BL toward I 75 Business South: Pontiac
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 75 Business South: Pontiac
5
52.1 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
52.2 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
Shimmons Road
Enter roundabout onto Shimmons Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
53.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
|
Tienken Road
Turn right onto Tienken Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.49 one way
$20.98 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.52 | $23.04 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.91 | $25.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.81 | $29.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.1 | 0 | $7.05 | $3.22 |
| Efficient EV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.87 | $2.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.8 | 0 | $9.39 | $4.29 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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.
Destination
Macomb, MI
Late night in Macomb on Tuesday
Local time
5:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
3 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
1h 26m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is 74% highway, with the longest stretch of continuous driving being 48.7 miles on I 75. You'll spend most of your time on the interstate before transitioning to surface roads like 25 Mile Road and Tienken Road. Expect a high concentration of exits and merging traffic as you approach your destination on the local roads.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 48.7 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and 25 Mile Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 50.8 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 67.1 miles you will encounter 19 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 50.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.6 miles (I 75 BL): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 52.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Clio, MI and Macomb, MI, road signs point toward M 24: Pontiac and Lapeer.
M 24: Pontiac
50.8 mi in
|
~56m
Lapeer
50.8 mi in
|
~56m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 67.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 48.7 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 50.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.6 miles (I 75 BL): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 52.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Macomb, MI before heading back.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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