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Trip from Macomb, MI to Coloma, MI

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 49m

Distance

202.5 mi

326 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$32

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
3h 37m ★
6 AM
3h 50m
8 AM
4h 15m
10 AM
3h 58m
12 PM
3h 56m
3 PM
4h 0m
5 PM
4h 14m
8 PM
3h 42m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

This 202.5-mile drive from Macomb, Michigan, to Coloma, Michigan, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 3 hours and 49 minutes. With a highway share of 78%, it's a primarily highway-focused journey. The estimated fuel cost is around $32, making it an economical option for exploring more of the Midwest. You'll spend a good portion of your time on I-94, covering a continuous stretch of 132 miles. This route offers a practical way to travel between two points within Michigan without requiring an overnight stay.

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

101.3 miles from Macomb, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 59m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 94 132 mi 2h 21m
M 14 21.9 mi 23m
Walter P Reuther Freeway 20 mi 21m
Mound Road 7.3 mi 11m
Disabled American Veterans Memorial Highway 5.8 mi 6m
Christopher Columbus Freeway 5 mi 5m
23 Mile Road 3 mi 5m
Garfield Road 2 mi 2m
Longest stretch: I 94 — 132 mi, about 2h 21m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Macomb, MI and Coloma, MI.

1

Start on this road

104 ft · 2 sec · this road
2

Continue on Garfield Road

2.0 mi · 2 min · Garfield Road
3

Turn right onto 23 Mile Road

3.0 mi · 5 min · 23 Mile Road
4

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 40 sec
Toward M 53 South: Detroit Use the right lane.
5

Merge onto M 53

5.0 mi · 5 min · Christopher Columbus Freeway
6

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 44 sec
Exit 15 Toward Van Dyke Road North, 18 ½ Mile Road West Use the slight right lane.
7

Enter roundabout onto 18 1/2 Mile Road

184 ft · 7 sec · 18 1/2 Mile Road
8

Continue on 18 1/2 Mile Road

1.1 mi · 1 min · 18 1/2 Mile Road
9

Turn straight onto Mound Road

7.1 mi · 11 min · Mound Road
Use the right lane.
10

Keep slight left at fork onto Mound Road

0.2 mi · 16 sec · Mound Road
11

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 35 sec
Toward I 696: Lansing, Port Huron
12

Keep slight right at fork onto Southbound Mound Road to I-696 West

0.4 mi · 50 sec · Southbound Mound Road to I-696 West
Toward I 696 West: Lansing Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Merge onto I 696

20 mi · 21 min · Walter P Reuther Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 52 sec
Exit 1 Toward I 96 East, I 275: Toledo Use the slight right lane.
15

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min
Toward I 96 East, I 275: Toledo
16

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 22 sec
Toward I 96, I 275: Detroit, Toledo
17

Merge onto I 275; I 96

5.8 mi · 6 min · Disabled American Veterans Memorial Highway
18

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward M 14: Ann Arbor Use the slight right lane.
19

Merge onto M 14

17 mi · 17 min · M 14
20

Keep slight left at fork onto M 14

5.4 mi · 5 min · M 14
Exit 45 Toward M 14: Ann Arbor Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Merge onto I 94

132 mi · 2 hr 21 min · I 94
Toward I 94 West: Chicago
22

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 32 sec
Exit 39 Toward Millburg, Coloma Use the slight right lane.
23

Turn right onto Friday Road

0.1 mi · 22 sec · Friday Road
24

Continue on South Church Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · South Church Street
25

Turn left onto West Center Street

0.1 mi · 15 sec · West Center Street
Use the left lane.
26

Arrive at destination

West Center Street

Trip Plan

For this 3-hour and 49-minute drive, starting your journey in the morning will allow you ample time to reach Coloma and settle in. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 132 miles on I-94, you can plan your breaks strategically. Consider a brief stop around the halfway point to stretch your legs and refuel if needed, keeping the $32 fuel cost in mind. Given the relatively short duration and highway-focused nature, flexibility is key; you can adapt your stop times based on your needs. A practical tip for this route is to be aware of potential traffic near the Detroit metro area as you begin, especially if traveling during peak hours.

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 101.3 miles from Macomb, MI, or about 1h 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 132 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 45 miles or 58m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 101.3 miles or 1h 59m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 8m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Coloma, MI than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Macomb, 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 Macomb, MI

This is one driving day of about 202.5 miles and 3h 49m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Macomb, 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 132 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Ann Arbor, MI, MI

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ann Arbor, MI

101 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

Livonia, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Michigan Center, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 101.3 miles from Macomb, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 94 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 132 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Jackson, Michigan

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 101.3

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+15179900800

Visit website

Sweetwater's Donut Mill

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Kalamazoo, Michigan

1.4 mi

Panera Bread

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Battle Creek, Michigan

1.5 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Serendipity & The Brew

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Marshall, Michigan

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 130.2

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+15177814753

Visit website

Sweetwater's Donut Mill

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Battle Creek, Michigan

1.5 mi

Chazzano Coffee Roasters

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Berkley, Michigan

1.8 mi

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 101.3

Jackson, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+15179900800

Visit website

Sweetwater's Donut Mill

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 159.1

Kalamazoo, Michigan

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+12693884613

Visit website

Panera Bread

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 144.6

Battle Creek, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+12697198887

Visit website

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 101.3

Jackson, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+15173154061

Visit website

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 130.2

Marshall, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12697814806

Visit website

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 144.6

Battle Creek, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+12697192031

Visit website

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately mile 101.3

Jackson, Michigan

Hours: 5 am–7 pm

+15177809558

Visit website

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 144.6

Battle Creek, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+12692237508

Visit website

Serendipity & The Brew

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 130.2

Marshall, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+15177814753

Visit website

Sweetwater's Donut Mill

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 144.6

Battle Creek, Michigan

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+12699791944

Visit website

Chazzano Coffee Roasters

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 28.9

Berkley, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+12486914256

Visit website

Built & Brewed In Detroit Coffee Bar (Inside Michigan First Credit Union)

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 28.9

Lathrup Village, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

Visit website

Coffee First Cafe & Bake Shoppe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 14.5

Sterling Heights, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+15868385353

Visit website

BakeCurry Café

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 43.4

Novi, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+12484828747

The Red Dot Coffee Company

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 43.4

Northville, Michigan

Hours: 7:30 am–7:30 pm

+12483083989

Visit website

RēNū Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 43.4

Northville, Michigan

Hours: 8:30 am–3:30 pm

+12483745955

Visit website

Painting with a Twist

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 43.4

Farmington, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+12484767928

Visit website

Breakout Escape Rooms Royal Oak

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 28.9

Royal Oak, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–11:30 pm

+15863596944

Visit website

Painting with a Twist

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 28.9

Ferndale, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+12488507182

Visit website

Bow in the Clouds Preserve

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 159.1

Kalamazoo, Michigan

Hours: 7:30 am–5:30 pm

+12693241600

Visit website

LegaSea Aquarium & The Reptarium

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

5 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 14.5

Utica, Michigan

Hours: 11 am–7 pm

+15868846941

Visit website

Ford Field Central Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour

Shelby Township, Michigan

+15867310300

Visit website

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 10.2 and 201.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
10.2 mi into trip | ~13m in

Take the exit toward Van Dyke Road North, 18 ½ Mile Road West

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 15 Toward Van Dyke Road North, 18 ½ Mile Road West
7
19.2 mi into trip | ~28m in | Southbound Mound Road to I-696 West

Keep slight right at fork onto Southbound Mound Road to I-696 West toward I 696 West: Lansing

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 696 West: Lansing
8
39.6 mi into trip | ~51m in

Take the exit toward I 96 East, I 275: Toledo

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 1 Toward I 96 East, I 275: Toledo
8
64.2 mi into trip | ~1h 19m in | M 14

Keep slight left at fork onto M 14 toward M 14: Ann Arbor

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 45 Toward M 14: Ann Arbor
8
201.5 mi into trip | ~3h 46m in

Take the exit toward Millburg, Coloma

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 39 Toward Millburg, Coloma

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$31.66 one way

$63.32 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 71 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $34.76 $69.52
premium $4.89 $38.97 $77.94
diesel $5.61 $44.71 $89.42

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$32

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$57–$82

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 70.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 60.8 0 $21.26 $9.72
Efficient EV 50.6 0 $17.72 $8.10
EV Truck/SUV 81 1 $28.35 $12.96

Gas CO2

71 kg

EV CO2

24 kg (66% 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 15, 2026

Origin

Macomb, MI

Late night in Macomb on Sunday

Local time

12:14 AM

EDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Coloma, MI

Late night in Coloma on Sunday

Local time

12:14 AM

EDT

Current temp

45°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 49m 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?

Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 202.5-mile journey. With 78% of the route on highways, including a significant 132-mile segment on I-94, you'll experience consistent travel speeds. The drive begins with some time on local roads and M-14 before merging onto the interstate system, dominated by I-94. This profile suggests a relatively uninterrupted flow, with the main challenge being navigating the interstate transitions. The character is one of efficient travel, prioritizing getting you to your destination.

78% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 132 mi on I 94.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and M 14. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.2 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

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 21 significant decision points across 202.5 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 10.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.2 miles (Southbound Mound Road to I-696 West): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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.

Between Macomb, MI and Coloma, MI, road signs point toward Van Dyke Road North, 18 ½ Mile Road West, Port Huron, Toledo and M 14: Ann Arbor.

Van Dyke Road North

10.2 mi in | ~13m

18 ½ Mile Road West

10.2 mi in | ~13m

Port Huron

19 mi in | ~28m

Toledo

40.9 mi in | ~53m

M 14: Ann Arbor

47 mi in | ~1h

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 49m. Total distance: 202.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 132 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 Coloma, 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 10.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 19.2 miles (Southbound Mound Road to I-696 West): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Coloma, MI, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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