This 173.2-mile drive from Fawn River to Macomb, Michigan, is a straightforward one-day trip, estimated to take about 3 hours and 39 minutes. You'll primarily navigate via I-94 and M-14, with a portion on M-60, making for a mixed driving experience. With a projected fuel cost of around $27, it's an economical option for a quick getaway within the Midwest region. Plan for just one recommended stop along the way. This route offers a practical and efficient way to travel between these two Michigan points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
86.6 miles from Fawn River, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 54m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 94
34.8 mi
37m
M 14
22.2 mi
23m
M-60
12.5 mi
15m
I 69 BL
11.8 mi
13m
North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
10.8 mi
11m
Spring Arbor Road
9.9 mi
13m
West Chicago Road
9.3 mi
11m
I 96
9.2 mi
9m
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 34.8 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fawn River, MI and Macomb, MI.
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Start on East Fawn River Road
434 ft·17 sec·East Fawn River Road
2
Continue on East Fawn River Road
0.6 mi·1 min·East Fawn River Road
3
Turn left onto County Farm Road
1.1 mi·4 min·County Farm Road
4
Turn right onto US 12
8.5 mi·10 min·Chicago Road East
5
Continue on US 12
1.5 mi·3 min·West Chicago Street
6
Continue on US 12
9.3 mi·11 min·West Chicago Road
7
Continue on US 12
3.1 mi·6 min·West Chicago Street
8
Take the exit onto I 69 BL
12 mi·13 min·I 69 BL
Toward I 69 North: Lansing
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi·53 sec
Toward M 60: Three Rivers, Jackson
10
Turn right onto M 60
9.6 mi·12 min·M-60
11
Continue on M 60
1.0 mi·1 min·West Leigh Street
12
Continue on M 60; M 99
1.5 mi·2 min·Homer-Concord Road
13
Turn slight right onto M 60; M 99
1.7 mi·2 min·L Drive South
14
Merge onto M 60
1.5 mi·2 min·Homer-Concord Road
15
Continue on M 60
2.2 mi·2 min·Homer Road
16
Continue on M 60
6.3 mi·8 min·Spring Arbor Road
17
Continue on M 60
0.9 mi·1 min·West Main Street
18
Continue on M 60
3.6 mi·5 min·Spring Arbor Road
19
Turn straight onto M 60
2.9 mi·3 min·M-60
20
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·57 sec
Toward I 94 East: Detroit
21
Merge onto I 94
35 mi·37 min·I 94
22
Keep slight left at fork onto M 14
4.7 mi·5 min·M 14
Exit 171Toward M 14: Plymouth
23
Keep right at fork onto M 14
2.4 mi·2 min·M 14
Toward M 14 East, US 23 South: Plymouth
24
Keep slight left at fork onto M 14
15 mi·16 min·M 14
Exit 42Toward M 14 East: Plymouth, LivoniaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Continue on I 96
9.2 mi·9 min·I 96
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
5.3 mi·5 min·Jeffries Freeway (Express)
Toward I 96 Express: DowntownUse the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Exit 186BToward Davison AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Continue on M 8
2.2 mi·5 min·M 8
29
Continue on M 8
1.3 mi·1 min·Davison Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30
Take the exit
0.4 mi·55 sec
Toward I 75: Flint, ToledoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
31
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·56 sec
Toward I 75 North: FlintUse the slight left lane.
32
Merge onto I 75
11 mi·11 min·North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 67Toward Rochester RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
34
Turn right onto Rochester Road
0.2 mi·18 sec·Rochester Road
Use the right lane.
35
Turn right onto East Big Beaver Road
2.0 mi·3 min·East Big Beaver Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
36
Continue on Metropolitan Parkway
3.1 mi·4 min·Metropolitan Parkway
37
Continue on Metropolitan Parkway
0.1 mi·22 sec·Metropolitan Parkway
Use the left lane.
38
Turn right onto M 53
2.2 mi·3 min·Van Dyke Avenue
Use the right lane.
39
Keep slight right at fork onto M 53
5.0 mi·5 min·M 53
Toward M 53 North: Imlay City
40
Take the exit
0.3 mi·48 sec
Exit 20AToward 23 Mile Road EastUse the slight right lane.
41
Turn right onto 23 Mile Road
2.8 mi·4 min·23 Mile Road
Use the right lane.
42
Turn left onto Garfield Road
2.0 mi·2 min·Garfield Road
Use the straight lane.
43
Enter roundabout
181 ft·4 sec
44
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 3-hour and 39-minute trip, leaving in the morning is a good strategy to maximize daylight and avoid potential rush hour congestion as you approach Macomb. With only one recommended stop, plan it strategically along the longer stretches, perhaps around the 34.8-mile mark on I-94, to break up the journey. The estimated fuel cost of $27 suggests you won't need to worry excessively about refueling, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. Given the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, allowing for flexibility in your departure and arrival times.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 86.6 miles from Fawn River, MI, or about 1h 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 38 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 86.6 miles or 1h 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 57m
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 Fawn River, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Fawn River, MI
This is one driving day of about 173.2 miles and 3h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Fawn River, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 34.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 24
5 decision points cluster between mile 109.8 and 143.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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109.8 mi into trip|~2h 19m in|M 14
Keep slight left at fork onto M 14 toward M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 42
Toward M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia
7
134.1 mi into trip|~2h 45m in|I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Express)
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Express) toward I 96 Express: Downtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 96 Express: Downtown
7
139.4 mi into trip|~2h 51m in
Take the exit toward Davison Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 186B
Toward Davison Avenue
7
143.2 mi into trip|~2h 58m in
Take the exit toward I 75: Flint, Toledo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75: Flint, Toledo
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143.7 mi into trip|~2h 59m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 75 North: Flint
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 75 North: Flint
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.08 one way
$54.16 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg61 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$29.73
$59.46
premium
$4.89
$33.33
$66.66
diesel
$5.61
$38.24
$76.48
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
52
0
$18.19
$8.31
Efficient EV
43.3
0
$15.15
$6.93
EV Truck/SUV
69.3
0
$24.25
$11.08
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Fawn River, MI
Morning
in Fawn River on Tuesday
Local time
8:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Macomb, MI
Morning
in Macomb on Tuesday
Local time
8:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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.
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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 39m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
The character of this drive is best described as a mixed bag, with 44% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches of faster-paced driving on interstates like I-94, where the longest uninterrupted segment spans 34.8 miles. As you transition to M-14 and M-60, expect the pace to shift, offering a blend of highway efficiency and more local road characteristics. This variation keeps the drive engaging without feeling overly monotonous. The landscape is generally consistent with the Midwest region, offering a familiar driving environment.
44% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
44 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.8 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 109.8 miles in near M 14.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 173.2 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 109.8 miles (M 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 134.1 miles (I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Express)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 139.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
Between Fawn River, MI and Macomb, MI, road signs point toward M 60: Three Rivers, Jackson, M 14: Plymouth, M 14 East, M 14 East: Plymouth and Livonia - among others.
M 60: Three Rivers
36 mi in|~51m
Jackson
36 mi in|~51m
M 14: Plymouth
102.7 mi in|~2h 11m|via M 14
M 14 East
107.4 mi in|~2h 16m|via M 14
M 14 East: Plymouth
109.8 mi in|~2h 19m|via M 14
Livonia
109.8 mi in|~2h 19m|via M 14
Toledo
143.2 mi in|~2h 58m
M 53 North: Imlay City
163 mi in|~3h 25m|via M 53
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 39m. Total distance: 173.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 34.8 miles on I 94. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 109.8 miles (M 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 134.1 miles (I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Express)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 139.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Macomb, MI, but most travelers stay overnight.
