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Trip from Macomb, MI to New Haven, 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 51m

Distance

81.2 mi

131 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min
4 AM
1h 44m ★
6 AM
1h 52m
8 AM
2h 8m
10 AM
1h 58m
12 PM
1h 56m
3 PM
1h 58m
5 PM
2h 7m
8 PM
1h 47m

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

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Downtown New Haven, MI, MI

New Haven, MI

James Mirakian

Trip Overview

This 81.2-mile drive from Macomb to New Haven, Michigan, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 51 minutes. It's well-suited for a single day trip, so you won't need to worry about overnight stays. The estimated fuel cost is around $13, making it an economical option for a short excursion within the Midwest region. The route primarily utilizes I-75, Corunna Road, and 25 Mile Road, offering a mixed driving experience that's manageable for most vehicles. With no scheduled stops, you have the flexibility to decide when and where you'd like to take a break.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

40.6 miles from Macomb, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 34.5 mi 37m
Corunna Road 18.9 mi 26m
25 Mile Road 6.9 mi 10m
North State Road 6.7 mi 9m
Dutton Road 2.4 mi 3m
Six Mile Creek Road 2.3 mi 5m
East Tienken Road 2.2 mi 4m
Brown Road 2.1 mi 3m
Longest stretch: I 75 — 34.5 mi, about 37m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on this road

31 ft · 0 sec · this road
2

Continue on 25 Mile Road

0.9 mi · 1 min · 25 Mile Road
3

Enter roundabout onto 25 Mile Road

145 ft · 4 sec · 25 Mile Road
4

Continue on 25 Mile Road

6.0 mi · 9 min · 25 Mile Road
5

Continue on Runyon Road

0.9 mi · 1 min · Runyon Road
6

Enter roundabout onto East Tienken Road

186 ft · 4 sec · 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 · 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 · West Tienken Road
11

Continue on West Tienken Road

2.1 mi · 4 min · West Tienken Road
12

Turn right onto North Adams Road

1.1 mi · 1 min · North Adams Road
Use the right lane.
13

Turn left onto Dutton Road

2.4 mi · 3 min · 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 · 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 · 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

7.3 mi · 7 min · I 75
Toward I 75: Saginaw
21

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 39 sec
Exit 118 Toward M 21: Owosso Use the slight right lane.
22

Turn right onto M 21

19 mi · 26 min · Corunna Road
Use the left / right lanes.
23

Turn right onto North State Road

6.7 mi · 9 min · North State Road
24

Turn left onto Six Mile Creek Road

2.3 mi · 5 min · Six Mile Creek Road
25

Turn sharp right onto North Seymour Road

0.1 mi · 32 sec · North Seymour Road
26

Arrive at destination

North Seymour Road

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of just under two hours, this trip offers considerable flexibility. You can depart Macomb at your leisure, perhaps in the morning to enjoy a full day in New Haven or later in the afternoon for an evening arrival. Since there are no mandatory stops and the longest continuous stretch on I-75 is 34.5 miles, you can easily plan for a brief fuel stop or a quick break if needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading onto the longer interstate segment, to ensure you have enough to reach your destination comfortably.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 40.6 miles from Macomb, MI, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.5 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 18 miles or 31m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 40.6 miles or 55m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 32m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Haven, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Macomb, MI

This is one driving day of about 81.2 miles and 1h 51m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Macomb, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 34.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Springfield, MI, MI

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Springfield, MI

41 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

Pontiac, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lake Fenton, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 40.6 miles from Macomb, 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.

Nearby Places

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

Top Coffee Stop

Fireside Coffee Co

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Swartz Creek, Michigan

Later in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 58

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+18106359196

Visit website

Qamaria Yemeni Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Grand Blanc, Michigan

3 mi

Fireside Coffee Co

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 58

Swartz Creek, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+18106359196

Visit website

Qamaria Yemeni Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 46.4

Grand Blanc, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+18104984909

Visit website

Battle Alley Coffee Co.

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 34.8

Holly, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+12482450512

Visit website

Ollie's Coffee & Café

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 75.4

Owosso, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+19897200544

7 Brew Coffee

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 75.4

Owosso, Michigan

+14793589274

Visit website

Sky Zone Trampoline Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 52.2

Flint, Michigan

Hours: 12–8 pm

+18104078972

Visit website

Flint Children's Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 52.2

Flint, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+18107675437

Visit website

Independence Oaks County Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 23.2

Village of Clarkston, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–7:30 pm

+12486250877

Visit website

Ford Field Central Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 5.8

Shelby Township, Michigan

+15867310300

Visit website

Sloan Museum of Discovery

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 52.2

Flint, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+18102373450

Visit website

Owosso Curwood Castle

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 75.4

Owosso, Michigan

+19897232155

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 8.4 and 52.9 — 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 | ~13m in | East Tienken Road

Enter roundabout onto East Tienken Road

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5
10 mi into trip | ~16m in | West Tienken Road

Enter roundabout onto West Tienken Road

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

6
12.1 mi into trip | ~20m in | 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
7
52.9 mi into trip | ~1h 8m in

Take the exit toward M 21: Owosso

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 118 Toward M 21: Owosso

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.69 one way

$25.39 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 28 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $13.94 $27.88
premium $4.89 $15.63 $31.25
diesel $5.61 $17.93 $35.86

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$13

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$38–$63

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 28.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 24.4 0 $8.53 $3.90
Efficient EV 20.3 0 $7.10 $3.25
EV Truck/SUV 32.5 0 $11.37 $5.20

Gas CO2

28 kg

EV CO2

10 kg (64% 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 17, 2026

Origin

Macomb, MI

Late night in Macomb on Sunday

Local time

1:58 AM

EDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

New Haven, MI

Late night in New Haven on Sunday

Local time

1:58 AM

EDT

Current temp

51°F

Widespread Fog

ENE 2 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Dense Fog Advisory

Dense Fog Advisory issued April 17 at 2:41AM CDT until April 19 at 8:00AM CDT by NWS Marquette MI

Dense Fog Advisory

Dense Fog Advisory issued April 17 at 2:51AM EDT until April 17 at 10:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI

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

4 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 51m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

The journey is characterized by a mixed drive, with 43% of the route on highways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 34.5 miles on I-75, which will likely feel like a more traditional interstate experience. As you transition to roads like Corunna Road and 25 Mile Road, expect the character of the drive to change, offering a different pace and feel. This blend means you'll encounter both faster highway sections and potentially more local road segments as you progress towards your destination.

43% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.5 mi on I 75.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 17 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 8.4 miles in near East Tienken Road.

Driving Effort 6/10

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 81.2 miles you will encounter 17 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 8.4 miles (East Tienken Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 10 miles (West Tienken Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 12.1 miles (North Adams Road): 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.

On the drive from Macomb, MI to New Haven, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 21: Owosso along the way.

M 21: Owosso

52.9 mi in | ~1h 8m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 51m. Total distance: 81.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (43%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 34.5 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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 New Haven, MI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

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 8.4 miles (East Tienken Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 10 miles (West Tienken Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 12.1 miles (North Adams Road): Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at New Haven, 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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