Origin
Howell, MI
Late night in Howell on Sunday
Local time
3:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Howell, 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
1h 24m
Distance
57.7 mi
93 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 18m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 29m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 36m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Howell, MI
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Trip Overview
Howell to Macomb is 57.7 miles and takes about 1 hour 24 minutes via Highland Road and 23 Mile Road, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Michigan, traversing familiar Midwest terrain. Expect a drive that feels more like navigating local roads than a long-haul highway journey. With only one recommended day, this route is ideal for a straightforward, same-day excursion without needing an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Highland Road | 30.5 mi | 44m |
| West Huron Street | 18.2 mi | 25m |
| 23 Mile Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Christopher Columbus Freeway | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| Garfield Road | 2 mi | 2m |
| North Michigan Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Highland Road
— 30.5 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Howell, MI and Macomb, MI.
1
Start on North Michigan Avenue
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
North Michigan Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
2
Turn right onto M 59
31 mi
·
44 min
·
Highland Road
Use the right lane.
3
Continue on M 59
18 mi
·
25 min
·
West Huron Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward M 53 North: Imlay City
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto M 53
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Christopher Columbus Freeway
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 20A
Toward 23 Mile Road East
Use the slight right lane.
7
Turn right onto 23 Mile Road
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
23 Mile Road
Use the right lane.
8
Turn left onto Garfield Road
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Garfield Road
Use the straight lane.
9
Enter roundabout
181 ft
·
4 sec
10
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.9 miles from Howell, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 1.1 and 55.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
M 59 / Highland Road
Turn right onto M 59 / Highland Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
49.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
Take the exit toward M 53 North: Imlay City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward M 53 North: Imlay City
7
52.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward 23 Mile Road East
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 20A
Toward 23 Mile Road East
5
52.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
|
23 Mile Road
Turn right onto 23 Mile Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
55.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
|
Garfield Road
Turn left onto Garfield Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.02 one way
$18.04 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.90 | $19.81 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.10 | $22.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.74 | $25.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.06 | $2.77 |
| Efficient EV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.05 | $2.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.1 | 0 | $8.08 | $3.69 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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 Sunday
Local time
3:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
1 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 24m 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 characterized by frequent turns, making it a 'turn-heavy local drive' for much of its 57.7 miles. With a highway share of only 4%, you'll spend most of your time on local roads like Highland Road and 23 Mile Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 30.5 miles, also on Highland Road. Be prepared for a driving experience that requires your attention to navigate through various local intersections and road changes.
Only 4% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 30.5 mi on Highland Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near M 59 / Highland Road.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 24m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (M 59 / Highland Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 49.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.5 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Howell, MI and Macomb, MI, road signs point toward M 53 North: Imlay City and 23 Mile Road East.
M 53 North: Imlay City
49.8 mi in
|
~1h 12m
23 Mile Road East
52.5 mi in
|
~1h 15m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 24m. Total distance: 57.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (4%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 30.5 miles on Highland Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 1.1 miles (M 59 / Highland Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 49.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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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