Origin
Hope, MI
Morning in Hope on Tuesday
Local time
10:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Hope, 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
2h 34m
Distance
127.5 mi
205 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 24m
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6 AM
2h 35m
8 AM
2h 55m
10 AM
2h 42m
12 PM
2h 40m
3 PM
2h 43m
5 PM
2h 54m
8 PM
2h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hope, MI
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Trip Overview
Hope, MI to Macomb, MI is 127.5 miles and takes about 2h 34m via I 75 and US 10, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Michigan, traversing the Midwest region. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip, making it a good option for a single-day journey without much fuss. You'll encounter a high percentage of highway driving, so expect smooth sailing for most of the 127.5 miles. Plan for a relatively quick trip, with the bulk of your time spent on the interstate.
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
63.7 miles from Hope, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 80 mi | 1h 25m |
| US 10 | 23.3 mi | 23m |
| 25 Mile Road | 6.9 mi | 10m |
| North Meridian Road | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| Tienken Road | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| West Tienken Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| East Shaffer Road | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| Shimmons Road | 1.1 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 80 mi, about 1h 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hope, MI and Macomb, MI.
1
Start on North Hope Road
0.5 mi
·
2 min
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North Hope Road
2
Turn right onto East Shaffer Road
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
East Shaffer Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto M 30
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
North Meridian Road
4
Enter roundabout onto M 30
98 ft
·
1 sec
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North Meridian Road
5
Continue on M 30
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
North Meridian Road
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward US 10 East: Midland
7
Merge onto US 10
23 mi
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23 min
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US 10
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 140A
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Saginaw
9
Merge onto I 75; US 23
36 mi
·
38 min
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I 75; US 23
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23
11 mi
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11 min
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I 75; US 23
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
33 mi
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35 min
·
I 75
12
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 81
Toward I 75 Business, M 24: Pontiac, Lapeer
Use the slight right lane.
13
Continue on I 75 BL
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
I 75 BL
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75 BL
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
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I 75 BL
Toward I 75 Business South: Pontiac
15
Turn left
88 ft
·
3 sec
Use the left lane.
16
Turn left
154 ft
·
7 sec
17
Continue on Shimmons Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Shimmons Road
18
At end of road, turn left onto Shimmons Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Shimmons Road
19
At end of road, turn left onto North Squirrel Road
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
North Squirrel Road
20
Turn right onto Tienken Road
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Tienken Road
Use the right lane.
21
Enter roundabout onto West Tienken Road
128 ft
·
3 sec
·
West Tienken Road
22
Continue on West Tienken Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
West Tienken Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
23
Enter roundabout onto East Tienken Road
159 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Tienken Road
24
Continue on East Tienken Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Tienken Road
25
Enter roundabout onto Runyon Road
150 ft
·
3 sec
·
Runyon Road
26
Continue on Runyon Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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Runyon Road
27
Continue on 25 Mile Road
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
25 Mile Road
28
Enter roundabout onto 25 Mile Road
150 ft
·
4 sec
·
25 Mile Road
29
Continue on 25 Mile Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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25 Mile Road
30
Enter roundabout
270 ft
·
7 sec
31
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 34m duration, starting your drive in the morning allows ample time to reach Macomb, MI, well before evening. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing your journey. The $20 fuel cost is a good estimate, but it's always wise to top off before departing Hope, MI, especially since the longest stretch without a town is 80 miles on I 75. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge during this extended highway segment.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 63.7 miles from Hope, MI, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 80 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 28 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 63.7 miles or 1h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 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 Hope, 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 Hope, MI
This is one driving day of about 127.5 miles and 2h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Hope, 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 75 for about 80 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
64 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 63.7 miles from Hope, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 80 miles.
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 235 decision points cluster between mile 2 and 114 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2 mi into trip
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~5m in
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M 30 / North Meridian Road
At end of road, turn left onto M 30 / North Meridian Road
Navigation decision point
5
7.1 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the ramp toward US 10 East: Midland
Navigation decision point
Toward US 10 East: Midland
6
30.8 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Saginaw
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 140A
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Saginaw
8
111.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 3m 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
114 mi into trip
|
~2h 11m in
|
Tienken Road
Turn right onto Tienken Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.93 one way
$39.87 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $21.89 | $43.77 |
| premium | $4.89 | $24.54 | $49.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.15 | $56.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 38.3 | 0 | $13.39 | $6.12 |
| Efficient EV | 31.9 | 0 | $11.16 | $5.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 51 | 0 | $17.85 | $8.16 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Destination
Macomb, MI
Morning in Macomb on Tuesday
Local time
10:13 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
22 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
2h 34m 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 predominantly highway-focused, with 82% of the drive on faster roads. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 80 miles on I 75, offering a consistent pace. While much of the journey involves cruising on major highways like I 75 and US 10, the inclusion of 25 Mile Road suggests a transition to more local thoroughfares as you approach your destination. Expect a driving experience that balances efficient interstate travel with a brief shift to surface streets.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 80 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and US 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in near M 30 / North Meridian Road.
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 23 significant decision points across 127.5 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 2 miles (M 30 / North Meridian Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 30.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hope, MI and Macomb, MI, road signs point toward M 24: Pontiac and Lapeer.
M 24: Pontiac
111.2 mi in
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~2h 3m
Lapeer
111.2 mi in
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~2h 3m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 34m. Total distance: 127.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 80 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.
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 2 miles (M 30 / North Meridian Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 30.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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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