Macomb, MI to Rogers City, MI is 249.7 miles and takes about 4h 56m via I 75 and M 65 North, with a fuel budget near $38 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest and Michigan for its entirety. It's a straightforward drive, mostly on the interstate, making it a convenient option for a single-day excursion. You'll find it to be a practical way to cover ground without much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
124.9 miles from Macomb, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 24m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
106.3 mi
1h 52m
State Highway 65
64.2 mi
1h 14m
M 65 North
8.9 mi
10m
M 65
8.4 mi
9m
US-23 South
7.7 mi
8m
25 Mile Road
6.9 mi
10m
West Huron Road
6.3 mi
8m
M-65
4.4 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 106.3 mi, about 1h 52m
Traffic on I-75
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 33 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,397 veh/hr typical
· worst 3,327
Quietest
2 AM
~118 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
20.3×
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 Macomb, MI and Rogers City, 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 NorthUse the right lane.
19
Merge onto I 75
27 mi·29 min·I 75
20
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
52 mi·56 min·I 75
Toward I 75: Saginaw
21
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23
27 mi·26 min·I 75; US 23
22
Take the exit
0.4 mi·51 sec
Toward M 61: Standish, Gladwin
23
Turn right onto M 61
2.1 mi·3 min·M-61
24
Continue on M 61
0.6 mi·1 min·West Cedar Street
25
Turn left onto US 23
0.5 mi·1 min·North Main Street
26
Continue on US 23
6.3 mi·8 min·West Huron Road
27
Continue on US 23
0.6 mi·1 min·West Center Road
28
Continue on US 23
2.0 mi·2 min·East Huron Road
29
Turn left onto M 65
4.0 mi·4 min·North Hale Road
Use the left lane.
30
Continue on M 65
1.1 mi·1 min·State Street
31
Continue on M 65
2.9 mi·3 min·Hale Road
32
Continue on M 65
4.5 mi·5 min·State Highway 65
33
Continue on M 65
1.0 mi·1 min·South Bullock Street
34
Continue on M 65
4.5 mi·5 min·State Highway 65
35
Continue on M 65
4.4 mi·5 min·M 65
36
Continue on M 65
1.5 mi·2 min·State Highway 65
37
Continue on M 65
4.0 mi·4 min·M 65
38
Continue on M 65
11 mi·12 min·State Highway 65
Use the straight lane.
39
Continue on M 65
1.5 mi·1 min·Baker Road
40
Continue on M 65
3.2 mi·3 min·South State Road
41
Continue on M 65
39 mi·44 min·State Highway 65
42
Continue on M 32; M 65
1.6 mi·1 min·M 32; M 65
43
Turn left onto M 65
8.9 mi·10 min·M 65 North
44
Continue on M 65
1.1 mi·1 min·M-65 North
45
Continue on M 65
3.4 mi·3 min·State Highway 65
46
Continue on Michigan Avenue
1.0 mi·1 min·Michigan Avenue
47
Continue on M 65
0.5 mi·34 sec·State Highway 65
48
Continue on M 65
4.4 mi·5 min·M-65
49
At end of road, turn left onto US 23
7.7 mi·8 min·US-23 South
Use the left lane.
50
Continue on US 23
0.7 mi·1 min·South Bradley Highway
51
Turn right onto M 68
0.7 mi·2 min·West Erie Street
52
Turn left onto US 23 BUS
0.2 mi·38 sec·North Third Street
53
Turn left onto West Huron Avenue
101 ft·3 sec·West Huron Avenue
54
Arrive at destination
West Huron Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 56m duration, starting in the morning will give you plenty of daylight to reach Rogers City. The single recommended stop suggests you can make good time. With a fuel cost estimate of $38, it’s wise to ensure you have a full tank before departing Macomb. Pay attention as you transition from I 75 to M 65 North; this change marks the shift from high-speed interstate travel to more rural roads, so adjust your speed accordingly.
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 124.9 miles from Macomb, MI, or about 2h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 106.3 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 55 miles or 1h 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 124.9 miles or 2h 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rogers City, 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 249.7 miles and 4h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 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 106.3 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 22
5 decision points cluster between mile 8.4 and 240.4 — 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
6
240.4 mi into trip|~4h 43m in|US 23 / US-23 South
At end of road, turn left onto US 23 / US-23 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.87 one way
$73.75 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg87 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$40.71
$81.42
premium
$4.72
$46.36
$92.72
diesel
$4.80
$47.15
$94.30
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 87.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
74.9
0
$26.22
$11.99
Efficient EV
62.4
0
$21.85
$9.99
EV Truck/SUV
99.9
1
$34.96
$15.98
Gas CO2
87 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 18, 2026
Origin
Macomb, MI
Late night
in Macomb on Sunday
Local time
3:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
W 9 to 15 mph69% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 6:07AM EDT until July 19 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 4:41AM EDT until July 18 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI
Destination
Rogers City, MI
Late night
in Rogers City on Sunday
Local time
3:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Smoke
W 10 to 20 mph47% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 6:07AM EDT until July 19 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 4:41AM EDT until July 18 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Detroit/Pontiac 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
16 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
4h 56m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 predominantly highway, with 71% of the route on major roads. You'll spend the longest stretch, 106.3 miles, on I 75 before transitioning. The latter part of the trip, on State Highway 65 and M 65 North, will feel more like rural cruising as you leave the interstate behind. Expect a shift from dense exits to a more open road environment.
71% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
54 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 106.3 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and State Highway 65. You will hit about 22 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 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 249.7 miles you will encounter 22 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.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,004 ft599 ft
Total Climb
724 ft
Total Descent
753 ft
Highest Point
1,004 ft
~17.8 mi in
Elevation Range
405 ft
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 Rogers City, MI, road signs point toward M 61: Standish and Gladwin.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 56m. Total distance: 249.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 106.3 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 14 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 Rogers City, 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 14 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
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.
Possible but tiring. At 4.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Rogers City, MI, but most travelers stay overnight.
