Origin
Macomb, MI
Morning in Macomb on Tuesday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Macomb, MI to Lake Isabella, 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
3h 14m
Distance
153.4 mi
247 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 3m
★
6 AM
3h 14m
8 AM
3h 38m
10 AM
3h 23m
12 PM
3h 20m
3 PM
3h 24m
5 PM
3h 37m
8 PM
3h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lake Isabella, MI
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Trip Overview
Macomb, MI to Lake Isabella, MI is 153.4 miles and takes about 3h 14m via I 75 and Isabella Road, with a fuel budget near $24 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Michigan, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. Expect a drive that's primarily on highways, making it a straightforward journey. If you're looking for a quick, efficient drive between these two points, this route is a solid choice for a single-day trip.
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
76.7 miles from Macomb, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 34m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 78.5 mi | 1h 24m |
| Isabella Road | 14.9 mi | 20m |
| East River Road | 12.1 mi | 18m |
| US 10 | 11.3 mi | 11m |
| 25 Mile Road | 6.9 mi | 10m |
| East Pickard Road | 6 mi | 8m |
| US 10 BUS | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Isabella Street | 3 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 78.5 mi, about 1h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Macomb, MI and Lake Isabella, MI.
1
Start on this road
31 ft
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0 sec
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this road
2
Continue on 25 Mile Road
0.9 mi
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1 min
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25 Mile Road
3
Enter roundabout onto 25 Mile Road
145 ft
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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
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1 min
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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
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East Tienken Road
Use the left lane.
10
Enter roundabout onto West Tienken Road
143 ft
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3 sec
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West Tienken Road
11
Continue on West Tienken Road
2.1 mi
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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
·
3 min
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Dutton Road
Use the left lane.
14
Continue on Brown Road
1.3 mi
·
1 min
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Brown Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Continue on Brown Road
0.9 mi
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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
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I 75
20
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
51 mi
·
54 min
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I 75
Toward I 75: Saginaw
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 162B
Toward US 10 West: Midland
22
Continue on US 10
11 mi
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11 min
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US 10
23
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10 BUS; M 20
2.6 mi
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3 min
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US 10 BUS; M 20
Toward US 10 Business, M 20: Downtown Midland
24
Enter roundabout onto US 10 BUS; M 20
47 ft
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2 sec
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US 10 BUS; M 20
25
Continue on US 10 BUS; M 20
1.8 mi
·
3 min
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US 10 BUS; M 20
26
Turn left onto M 20
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
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Jerome Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
27
Continue on M 20
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
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Fitzhugh Street
28
Continue on M 20
3.0 mi
·
4 min
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Isabella Street
29
Continue on M 20
15 mi
·
20 min
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Isabella Road
30
Continue on M 20
6.0 mi
·
8 min
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East Pickard Road
31
Turn right onto South Summerton Road
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
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South Summerton Road
32
At end of road, turn left onto East Airport Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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East Airport Road
33
At end of road, turn right onto South Isabella Road
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
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South Isabella Road
34
Turn left onto East River Road
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
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East River Road
35
Continue on East River Road
0.2 mi
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18 sec
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East River Road
36
Continue on East River Road
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
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East River Road
37
At end of road, turn right onto South Mission Road
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
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South Mission Road
38
Turn slight left onto Craig Hill Road
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
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Craig Hill Road
39
Turn left onto East River Road
11 mi
·
16 min
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East River Road
40
Turn right onto South Coldwater Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
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South Coldwater Road
41
Turn left onto North Clubhouse Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Clubhouse Drive
42
Arrive at destination
North Clubhouse Drive
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 3h 14m duration, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits you best, perhaps mid-morning to avoid early traffic. With only one recommended stop, you can easily complete this drive in a single day without feeling rushed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 78.5-mile stretch on I 75, as services can be spaced out on longer highway segments. Planning your fuel stops around the transition from I 75 to Isabella Road could be a good strategy.
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 76.7 miles from Macomb, MI, or about 1h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 78.5 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 34 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76.7 miles or 1h 34m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lake Isabella, 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 153.4 miles and 3h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 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 75 for about 78.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
77 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 76.7 miles from Macomb, 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 78.5 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 8.4 and 112.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
8.4 mi into trip
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~13m in
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East Tienken Road
Enter roundabout onto East Tienken Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
12.1 mi into trip
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~20m in
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North Adams Road
Turn right onto North Adams Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
18 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 75 North
6
108.4 mi into trip
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~2h 7m in
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US 10 BUS; M 20
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10 BUS; M 20 toward US 10 Business, M 20: Downtown Midland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 10 Business, M 20: Downtown Midland
6
112.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 14m in
|
M 20 / Jerome Street
Turn left onto M 20 / Jerome Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.98 one way
$47.96 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
54 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $26.33 | $52.66 |
| premium | $4.89 | $29.52 | $59.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $33.87 | $67.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46 | 0 | $16.11 | $7.36 |
| Efficient EV | 38.4 | 0 | $13.42 | $6.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 61.4 | 0 | $21.48 | $9.82 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Lake Isabella, MI
Morning in Lake Isabella on Tuesday
Local time
6:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
44°F
Millington, MI
77 mi in
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
21 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 14m 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 drive is mostly highway-focused, with 61% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 78.5 miles on I 75, offering a consistent pace for a good portion of the journey. As you transition to roads like Isabella Road and East River Road, the character will shift from interstate cruising to more local thoroughfares. This mix means you'll get both speed and a taste of the areas you're passing through.
61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
42 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 78.5 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Isabella Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.4 miles in near East Tienken Road.
Driving Effort
7/10
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 153.4 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 8.4 miles (East Tienken Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 12.1 miles (North Adams Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 18 miles: 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.
On the drive from Macomb, MI to Lake Isabella, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 20: Downtown Midland along the way.
M 20: Downtown Midland
108.4 mi in
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~2h 7m
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via US 10 BUS; M 20
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 14m. Total distance: 153.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 78.5 miles on I 75. 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 Lake Isabella, 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 8.4 miles (East Tienken Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 12.1 miles (North Adams Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 18 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Lake Isabella, 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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