Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
47.1 mi
76 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Taylor, MI
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Macomb, MI to Taylor, MI is 47.1 miles and takes about 1 hour 4 minutes via South Walter P. Chrysler Freeway, Detroit Industrial Expressway, and Mound Road, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest and Michigan, offering a straightforward journey between two points in the region. Given its short duration and highway-focused profile, this route is ideal for a quick transfer or a day trip. Plan for a quick drive that requires minimal preparation, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Walter P. Chrysler Freeway | 7.7 mi | 8m |
| Detroit Industrial Expressway | 7.5 mi | 8m |
| Mound Road | 7.3 mi | 11m |
| Edsel Ford Freeway | 5.6 mi | 7m |
| Christopher Columbus Freeway | 5 mi | 5m |
| Walter P Reuther Freeway | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| 23 Mile Road | 3 mi | 5m |
| Garfield Road | 2 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Macomb, MI and Taylor, MI.
Start on this road
Continue on Garfield Road
Turn right onto 23 Mile Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto M 53
Take the exit
Enter roundabout onto 18 1/2 Mile Road
Continue on 18 1/2 Mile Road
Turn straight onto Mound Road
Keep slight left at fork onto Mound Road
Take the ramp
Keep slight right at fork onto Southbound Mound Road to I-696 West
Merge onto I 696
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork onto I-696 West to I-75 South
Merge onto I 75
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 94
Continue on I 94
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto US 24
Turn right
Turn right
Turn right onto Wick Road
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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.
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 23.5 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 10.2 and 31.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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
Take the exit toward I 75 South, I 75 North: Detroit, Flint
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto I-696 West to I-75 South toward I 75 South: Detroit, Toledo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 94: Port Huron, Chicago
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward I 94 West: Chicago
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$7.36 one way
$14.73 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.08 | $16.17 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.06 | $18.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.40 | $20.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.95 | $2.26 |
| Efficient EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.12 | $1.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.59 | $3.01 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (63% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Macomb on Tuesday
Local time
6:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Areas Of Fog then Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Morning in Taylor on Tuesday
Local time
6:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This route is primarily highway-focused, with 63% of the drive on faster roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 7.7 miles on the South Walter P. Chrysler Freeway, allowing for consistent speed. The drive transitions between the South Walter P. Chrysler Freeway, Detroit Industrial Expressway, and Mound Road, suggesting a mix of freeway conditions and potentially more direct arterial roads. Expect a driving experience geared towards efficiency rather than scenic detours.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on South Walter P. Chrysler Freeway and Detroit Industrial Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.2 miles in.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 47.1 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 10.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23 miles (I-696 West to I-75 South): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Macomb, MI and Taylor, MI, road signs point toward M 53 South: Detroit, Van Dyke Road North, 18 ½ Mile Road West, Port Huron, Flint and Toledo - among others.
M 53 South: Detroit
Van Dyke Road North
18 ½ Mile Road West
Port Huron
Flint
Toledo
Chicago
Southern Wayne County is a region in Wayne County in the state of Michigan.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 4m. Total distance: 47.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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