This 426.6-mile journey from Kingsley, MI to Macomb, MI will take approximately 8 hours and 1 minute of driving time. Primarily following I-75 and US-2, this route is best experienced over two days, given its substantial length. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $67. With a highway share of 93%, expect a focused drive through the Midwest region of Michigan. While it's possible to complete in a single day, splitting it allows for a more relaxed pace and the opportunity to make a couple of planned stops along the way.
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
213.3 miles from Kingsley, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 6m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
262 mi
4h 31m
US 2
133.2 mi
2h 37m
25 Mile Road
6.9 mi
10m
County 426 L Road
3.6 mi
4m
Tienken Road
3.5 mi
6m
County 426 24th Road
3.3 mi
4m
County 420 21st Road
3 mi
4m
County Road 426
2.6 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 262 mi, about 4h 31m
Traffic on I-75
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 43 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,882 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,736
Quietest
2 AM
~90 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
20.9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kingsley, MI and Macomb, MI.
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Start on CR 426
2.6 mi·3 min·County Road 426
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At end of road, turn right onto 426
0.3 mi·25 sec·County Road 426 E Road
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Continue on 426
3.3 mi·4 min·County 426 24th Road
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Continue on 426
3.6 mi·4 min·County 426 L Road
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Continue on 426
0.9 mi·1 min·County 426 21st Road
6
Continue on 420
3.0 mi·4 min·County 420 21st Road
7
Continue on South Hill Road
0.6 mi·1 min·South Hill Road
8
Continue on Blackwell Avenue
0.2 mi·35 sec·Blackwell Avenue
9
Continue on South Hill Road
457 ft·21 sec·South Hill Road
10
Turn left onto US 2; US 41; M 35
133 mi·2 hr 37 min·US 2; US 41; M 35
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Take the exit
0.3 mi·44 sec
Toward I 75 South: Mackinac Bridge
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Merge onto I 75
94 mi·1 hr 37 min·I 75
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Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
124 mi·2 hr 7 min·I 75
Toward I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
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Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23
11 mi·11 min·I 75; US 23
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Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
33 mi·35 min·I 75
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Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 81Toward I 75 Business, M 24: Pontiac, LapeerUse the slight right lane.
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Continue on I 75 BL
0.2 mi·27 sec·I 75 BL
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Keep slight right at fork onto I 75 BL
0.6 mi·57 sec·I 75 BL
Toward I 75 Business South: Pontiac
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Turn left
88 ft·3 sec
Use the left lane.
20
Turn left
154 ft·7 sec
21
Continue on Shimmons Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Shimmons Road
22
At end of road, turn left onto Shimmons Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Shimmons Road
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At end of road, turn left onto North Squirrel Road
0.3 mi·37 sec·North Squirrel Road
24
Turn right onto Tienken Road
3.5 mi·6 min·Tienken Road
Use the right lane.
25
Enter roundabout onto West Tienken Road
128 ft·3 sec·West Tienken Road
26
Continue on West Tienken Road
1.6 mi·3 min·West Tienken Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
27
Enter roundabout onto East Tienken Road
159 ft·5 sec·East Tienken Road
28
Continue on East Tienken Road
0.6 mi·1 min·East Tienken Road
29
Enter roundabout onto Runyon Road
150 ft·3 sec·Runyon Road
30
Continue on Runyon Road
0.9 mi·1 min·Runyon Road
31
Continue on 25 Mile Road
6.0 mi·9 min·25 Mile Road
32
Enter roundabout onto 25 Mile Road
150 ft·4 sec·25 Mile Road
33
Continue on 25 Mile Road
0.9 mi·1 min·25 Mile Road
34
Enter roundabout
270 ft·7 sec
35
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 8-hour drive, consider an early morning departure to avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach Macomb. With two recommended stops, plan to break up the 426.6 miles to stretch your legs and refuel. The longest stretch of 262 miles on I-75 means you'll want to ensure you have adequate fuel before embarking on that segment. Splitting the drive over two days is advisable; perhaps aim for a stop around the halfway point to maximize your comfort and enjoyment.
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 213.3 miles from Kingsley, MI, or about 4h 6m 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 94 miles or 1h 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 213.3 miles or 4h 6m 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 213.3 miles or 4h 6m
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 6h 43m
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 Kingsley, 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 Kingsley, MI
Aim for roughly 213 miles and 4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Macomb, MI
Aim for roughly 213 miles and 4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 94 miles from Kingsley, 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.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 21
5 decision points cluster between mile 242.4 and 413 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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242.4 mi into trip|~4h 36m 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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410.3 mi into trip|~7h 30m 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
411.1 mi into trip|~7h 32m 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
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411.7 mi into trip|~7h 33m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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413 mi into trip|~7h 37m in|Tienken Road
Turn right onto Tienken Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$63.00 one way
$126.00 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg149 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$69.55
$139.10
premium
$4.72
$79.21
$158.41
diesel
$4.80
$80.55
$161.10
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$63
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$193–$303
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 149.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $45 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
128
1
$44.79
$20.48
Efficient EV
106.7
1
$37.33
$17.06
EV Truck/SUV
170.6
2
$59.72
$27.30
Gas CO2
149 kg
EV CO2
50 kg (66% 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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Kingsley, MI
Late night
in Kingsley on Sunday
Local time
3:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Smoke
E 0 to 5 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Macomb, MI
Late night
in Macomb on Sunday
Local time
3:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Smoke
NE 0 to 6 mph0% chanceLive 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.
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
6 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
8h 1m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is overwhelmingly a highway-focused experience, with 93% of the route utilizing major roads like I-75 and US-2. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 262 miles on I-75, making for a consistent pace. The road's character remains largely that of a high-speed highway for the majority of the trip. While there are brief transitions onto local roads like 25 Mile Road, the overall feel is one of efficient travel between destinations.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
35 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?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and US 2. You will hit about 21 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 242.4 miles in near I 75.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 426.6 miles you will encounter 21 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 242.4 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 410.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 411.1 miles (I 75 BL): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,313 ft575 ft
Total Climb
1,413 ft
Total Descent
1,650 ft
Highest Point
1,313 ft
~213.3 mi in
Elevation Range
737 ft
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 Kingsley, MI to Macomb, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Detroit along the way.
Detroit
242.4 mi in|~4h 36m|via I 75
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
8h 1m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
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 213 miles on day one.
Yes — we found about 33 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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. There are 33 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 242.4 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 410.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 411.1 miles (I 75 BL): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Not recommended in a single day. At 8.0 hours each way, a round trip means 16.0 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.
