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Trip from Macomb, MI to Comstock Park, MI
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Sep 6, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 11m
Distance
165.9 mi
267 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 0m
★
6 AM
3h 11m
8 AM
3h 35m
10 AM
3h 20m
12 PM
3h 17m
3 PM
3h 21m
5 PM
3h 34m
8 PM
3h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Macomb, MI
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Comstock Park, MI
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Trip Overview
Macomb, MI to Comstock Park, MI is 165.9 miles and takes about 3h 11m via I-96 and I-75, with a fuel budget near $26 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Midwest, connecting two points in Michigan. It's a straightforward trip primarily on major highways, making it an efficient option for a single-day excursion. Expect most of your driving to be on well-traveled interstates, so plan for typical traffic patterns associated with these routes.
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
83 miles from Macomb, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 40m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 96 | 57.8 mi | 1h 1m |
| Chevrolet-Buick Freeway | 42.7 mi | 43m |
| I 75 | 32.2 mi | 34m |
| I 69 | 7.2 mi | 7m |
| 25 Mile Road | 6.9 mi | 10m |
| Dutton Road | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| East Tienken Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Brown Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 57.8 mi, about 1h 1m
Traffic on I-69
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 24 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,625 veh/hr typical · worst 2,123
Quietest
2 AM
~99 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
16.4×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 104 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 Macomb, MI and Comstock Park, MI.
1
Start on this road
31 ft
·
0 sec
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this road
2
Continue on 25 Mile Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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25 Mile Road
3
Enter roundabout onto 25 Mile Road
145 ft
·
4 sec
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25 Mile Road
4
Continue on 25 Mile Road
6.0 mi
·
9 min
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25 Mile Road
5
Continue on Runyon Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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Runyon Road
6
Enter roundabout onto East Tienken Road
186 ft
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4 sec
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East Tienken Road
7
Continue on East Tienken Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Tienken Road
8
Enter roundabout onto East Tienken Road
135 ft
·
4 sec
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East Tienken Road
9
Continue on East Tienken Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
East Tienken Road
Use the left lane.
10
Enter roundabout onto West Tienken Road
143 ft
·
3 sec
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West Tienken Road
11
Continue on West Tienken Road
2.1 mi
·
4 min
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West Tienken Road
12
Turn right onto North Adams Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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North Adams Road
Use the right lane.
13
Turn left onto Dutton Road
2.4 mi
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3 min
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Dutton Road
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on Brown Road
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Brown Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Continue on Brown Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
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Brown Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
16
Turn slight left
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
Use the left lane.
17
Turn straight onto Joslyn Road
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
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Joslyn Road
18
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 75 North
Use the right lane.
19
Merge onto I 75
27 mi
·
29 min
·
I 75
20
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
4.9 mi
·
5 min
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I 75
Toward I 75: Saginaw
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 69: Lansing, Port Huron
Use the slight right lane.
22
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 69: Lansing, Flint, Port Huron
23
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 69 West: Lansing
24
Merge onto I 69
43 mi
·
43 min
·
Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
25
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
25 sec
Toward US 127: Clare, Lansing
Use the slight right lane.
26
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
27
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
28
Merge onto I 69
7.2 mi
·
7 min
·
I 69
29
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 81
Toward I 96 WEST: Grand Rapids
30
Keep slight left at fork
1.3 mi
·
1 min
Exit 81
Toward I 96 WEST: Grand Rapids
31
Merge onto I 96
52 mi
·
55 min
·
I 96
Use the slight right lane.
32
Keep slight right at fork onto I 96; M 37
5.7 mi
·
6 min
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I 96; M 37
Toward I 96 West, M 37 North: Muskegon
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 31B
Toward US 131 North: Cadillac, Big Rapids
Use the slight right lane.
34
Merge onto US 131
1.3 mi
·
1 min
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US 131
35
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Exit 91
Toward West River Drive
Use the slight right lane.
36
Turn right onto West River Drive Northeast
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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West River Drive Northeast
37
Turn right onto Lamoreaux Drive Northeast
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Lamoreaux Drive Northeast
Use the right lane.
38
Turn right onto Bud Drive Northeast
43 ft
·
1 sec
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Bud Drive Northeast
39
Arrive at destination
Bud Drive Northeast
Trip Plan
For this 3h 11m drive, leaving in the morning is a good bet to avoid the worst of any potential traffic congestion. Since it’s a single-day trip, you have flexibility with stops; however, consider breaking up the 57.8-mile stretch on I-96 if you prefer more frequent pauses. The estimated fuel cost is around $26, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before departing Macomb. Keep an eye on your GPS for the transition off I-96 as you approach Comstock Park, as this indicates the end of the primary highway driving.
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 83 miles from Macomb, MI, or about 1h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57.8 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 36 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 83 miles or 1h 40m 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 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Comstock Park, 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 165.9 miles and 3h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 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 96 for about 57.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
83 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
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Saranac Rest Area 532
0.1 mi from route
Davisburg Rest Area 908
0.1 mi from route
Clarkston Rest Area 904
0.1 mi from route
Grand Ledge Rest Area 825
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Woodbury Rest Area 830
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
ONE9 Travel Center
0.3 mi from route
Swartz Creek Rest Area 627
0.3 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.3 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.3 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 305 decision points cluster between mile 50.5 and 162.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
50.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward I 69: Lansing, Port Huron
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 69: Lansing, Port Huron
7
50.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 69: Lansing, Flint, Port Huron
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 69: Lansing, Flint, Port Huron
7
94.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 52m in
Take the exit toward US 127: Clare, Lansing
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 127: Clare, Lansing
8
157.2 mi into trip
|
~3h in
|
I 96; M 37
Keep slight right at fork onto I 96; M 37 toward I 96 West, M 37 North: Muskegon
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 96 West, M 37 North: Muskegon
8
162.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 6m in
Take the exit toward US 131 North: Cadillac, Big Rapids
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 31B
Toward US 131 North: Cadillac, Big Rapids
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.72 one way
$51.44 round trip
$3.94/gal
25.4 MPG avg
58 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.32 | $28.20 | $56.41 |
| premium | $4.93 | $32.19 | $64.37 |
| diesel | $5.60 | $36.57 | $73.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-08-31.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49.8 | 0 | $17.42 | $7.96 |
| Efficient EV | 41.5 | 0 | $14.52 | $6.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 66.4 | 0 | $23.23 | $10.62 |
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
19 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.
Origin
Macomb, MI
Night in Macomb on Saturday
Local time
11:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Comstock Park, MI
Night in Comstock Park on Saturday
Local time
11:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°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
5 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 11m 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?
With 85% of this 165.9-mile trip on highways, you'll spend most of your time on the Chevrolet-Buick Freeway, I-75, and I-96. The longest continuous stretch on a single highway is 57.8 miles on I-96, offering a solid period of cruising. You can expect the transition to surface roads to occur as you near your destination, likely involving more frequent exits and potentially slower speeds in local areas after the main highway portion concludes.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
39 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 57.8 mi on I 96.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and Chevrolet-Buick Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 50.5 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 30 significant decision points across 165.9 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 50.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 50.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 94.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,063 ft
628 ft
Total Climb
585 ft
Total Descent
558 ft
Highest Point
1,063 ft
~23.7 mi in
Elevation Range
434 ft
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 Macomb, MI and Comstock Park, MI, road signs point toward Port Huron, Flint, Lansing and M 37 North: Muskegon.
Port Huron
50.5 mi in
|
~1h 6m
Flint
50.8 mi in
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~1h 6m
Lansing
94.7 mi in
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~1h 52m
M 37 North: Muskegon
157.2 mi in
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~3h
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via I 96; M 37
About the Cities
Starting in Macomb, MI
Full guide →Arriving in Comstock Park, MI
Full guide →City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 11m. Total distance: 165.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 57.8 miles on I 96. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 13 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 Comstock Park, 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. There are 13 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 50.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 50.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 94.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Comstock Park, 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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