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Trip from Somerset, MI to Macomb, MI

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 20m

Distance

116.2 mi

187 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$18

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min
4 AM
2h 11m ★
6 AM
2h 21m
8 AM
2h 40m
10 AM
2h 28m
12 PM
2h 26m
3 PM
2h 29m
5 PM
2h 39m
8 PM
2h 15m

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

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Downtown Somerset, MI, MI

Somerset, MI

fish socks

Trip Overview

This 116.2-mile drive from Somerset to Macomb, Michigan, is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 20 minutes. Given its relatively short duration and distance, it's perfectly suited as a day trip, allowing you flexibility in your timing. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $18, making it an economical option for travelers within the Midwest region. You'll primarily navigate on I-94, M-14, and US-127, with a significant portion of the trip on higher-speed roads. This route offers a practical and efficient way to travel between these two Michigan locations.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

58.1 miles from Somerset, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 94 28.7 mi 30m
M 14 22.2 mi 23m
US 127 15.8 mi 20m
North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway 10.8 mi 11m
I 96 9.2 mi 9m
Jeffries Freeway (Express) 5.3 mi 5m
M 53 5 mi 5m
Metropolitan Parkway 3.3 mi 4m
Longest stretch: I 94 — 28.7 mi, about 30m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on US 12

0.9 mi · 1 min · Chicago Road
2

Turn left onto US 127

16 mi · 20 min · US 127
3

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 45 sec
Toward I 94 East: Detroit
4

Merge onto I 94

29 mi · 30 min · I 94
5

Keep slight left at fork onto M 14

4.7 mi · 5 min · M 14
Exit 171 Toward M 14: Plymouth
6

Keep right at fork onto M 14

2.4 mi · 2 min · M 14
Toward M 14 East, US 23 South: Plymouth
7

Keep slight left at fork onto M 14

15 mi · 16 min · M 14
Exit 42 Toward M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Continue on I 96

9.2 mi · 9 min · I 96
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight left at fork onto I 96

5.3 mi · 5 min · Jeffries Freeway (Express)
Toward I 96 Express: Downtown Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 37 sec
Exit 186B Toward Davison Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Continue on M 8

2.2 mi · 5 min · M 8
12

Continue on M 8

1.3 mi · 1 min · Davison Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 55 sec
Toward I 75: Flint, Toledo Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 56 sec
Toward I 75 North: Flint Use the slight left lane.
15

Merge onto I 75

11 mi · 11 min · North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min
Exit 67 Toward Rochester Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Turn right onto Rochester Road

0.2 mi · 18 sec · Rochester Road
Use the right lane.
18

Turn right onto East Big Beaver Road

2.0 mi · 3 min · East Big Beaver Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
19

Continue on Metropolitan Parkway

3.1 mi · 4 min · Metropolitan Parkway
20

Continue on Metropolitan Parkway

0.1 mi · 22 sec · Metropolitan Parkway
Use the left lane.
21

Turn right onto M 53

2.2 mi · 3 min · Van Dyke Avenue
Use the right lane.
22

Keep slight right at fork onto M 53

5.0 mi · 5 min · M 53
Toward M 53 North: Imlay City
23

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 48 sec
Exit 20A Toward 23 Mile Road East Use the slight right lane.
24

Turn right onto 23 Mile Road

2.8 mi · 4 min · 23 Mile Road
Use the right lane.
25

Turn left onto Garfield Road

2.0 mi · 2 min · Garfield Road
Use the straight lane.
26

Enter roundabout

181 ft · 4 sec
27

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

For this 2-hour and 20-minute drive, starting earlier in the day can help you avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach Macomb. With a total distance of 116.2 miles and a fuel cost estimated at $18, you won't need extensive planning for fuel stops. The longest stretch without a major road change is 28.7 miles on I-94, so plan your personal breaks accordingly before or after this segment. Since this is a convenient day trip, you have the flexibility to depart at your leisure, but keeping an eye on the road signage for the transitions between I-94, M-14, and US-127 is key to staying on track.

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 58.1 miles from Somerset, MI, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.7 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 26 miles or 31m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 58.1 miles or 1h 6m 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 50m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Macomb, MI than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Somerset, 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 Somerset, MI

This is one driving day of about 116.2 miles and 2h 20m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Somerset, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 28.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Wayne County, Michigan, USA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Dearborn Heights, MI

58 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

Michigan Center, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 26 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Canton, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 58.1 miles from Somerset, 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 Restaurant

Dunkin'

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Chelsea, Michigan

Early in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 33.2

Hours: 4:30 am–7 pm

+17345622004

Visit website

Zou Zou's

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Chelsea, Michigan

2.3 mi

Cafe Immortelle

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Troy, Michigan

2.9 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Meridian Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Plymouth, Michigan

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 66.4

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+17342598580

In Harmony Café Sweets & More

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Detroit, Michigan

1.1 mi

ALWADI COFFEE

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Plymouth, Michigan

1.1 mi

Dunkin'

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 33.2

Chelsea, Michigan

Hours: 4:30 am–7 pm

+17345622004

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 33.2

Chelsea, Michigan

Hours: 5 am–7 pm

+17347194712

Zou Zou's

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 33.2

Chelsea, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+17344334226

Visit website

Cafe Immortelle

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 99.6

Troy, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+12482509858

Visit website

Joe and Rosie Coffee and Tea

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 41.5

Dexter, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+17342532344

Visit website

Misfit Society Coffee Club

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 49.8

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+17342632228

Visit website

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately mile 16.6

Jackson, Michigan

Hours: 5 am–7 pm

+15177809558

Visit website

The Drip House Coffee

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 49.8

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm

+17348004135

Visit website

Meridian Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 66.4

Plymouth, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+17342598580

In Harmony Café Sweets & More

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour Inexpensiv mile 83

Detroit, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+15863076450

Visit website

ALWADI COFFEE

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 66.4

Plymouth, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+17344046349

Visit website

Plymouth Coffee Bean

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 66.4

Plymouth, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+17344540178

Visit website

RoosRoast Liberty

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 49.8

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+17343692494

Visit website

Comet Coffee

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 49.8

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 7:30 am–6:30 pm

+17342220579

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 16.6

Jackson, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+15177878722

Visit website

Haraz Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 74.7

Livonia, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+17342366069

Visit website

The Fifth Wall Escape Rooms

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 91.3

Ferndale, Michigan

Hours: 3–10 pm

+12482914305

Visit website

Leslie Science & Nature Center

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 49.8

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+17349971553

Visit website

LegaSea Aquarium & The Reptarium

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 107.9

Utica, Michigan

Hours: 11 am–7 pm

+15868846941

Visit website

Painting with a Twist

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 91.3

Ferndale, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+12488507182

Visit website

Breakout Escape Rooms Royal Oak

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 91.3

Royal Oak, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–11:30 pm

+15863596944

Visit website

Troy Historic Village

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 99.6

Troy, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+12485243570

Visit website

Dabls Mbad African Bead Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 83

Detroit, Michigan

Hours: 12–5 pm

+13138983007

Visit website

Ford Field Central Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 107.9

Shelby Township, Michigan

+15867310300

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 20

5 decision points cluster between mile 52.9 and 86.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

9
52.9 mi into trip | ~1h in | M 14

Keep slight left at fork onto M 14 toward M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 42 Toward M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia
7
77.1 mi into trip | ~1h 26m in | I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Express)

Keep slight left at fork onto I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Express) toward I 96 Express: Downtown

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 96 Express: Downtown
7
82.5 mi into trip | ~1h 32m in

Take the exit toward Davison Avenue

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 186B Toward Davison Avenue
7
86.3 mi into trip | ~1h 39m in

Take the exit toward I 75: Flint, Toledo

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 75: Flint, Toledo
7
86.7 mi into trip | ~1h 40m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 75 North: Flint

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 75 North: Flint

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$18.17 one way

$36.33 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 41 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $19.95 $39.89
premium $4.89 $22.36 $44.72
diesel $5.61 $25.66 $51.31

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$18

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$43–$68

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 40.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 34.9 0 $12.20 $5.58
Efficient EV 29.1 0 $10.17 $4.65
EV Truck/SUV 46.5 0 $16.27 $7.44

Gas CO2

41 kg

EV CO2

14 kg (66% 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 15, 2026

Origin

Somerset, MI

Morning in Somerset on Sunday

Local time

7:37 AM

EDT

Current temp

45°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Macomb, MI

Morning in Macomb on Sunday

Local time

7:37 AM

EDT

Current temp

47°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

2 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

2h 20m 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?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 64% of the drive utilizing major highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 28.7 miles on I-94, providing a consistent pace for a good portion of your journey. While the overall profile is highway-driven, the transition between I-94, M-14, and US-127 will offer some variation in your surroundings. This drive is designed for efficiency, prioritizing forward momentum over winding backroads.

64% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.7 mi on I 94.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and M 14. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 52.9 miles in near M 14.

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 20 significant decision points across 116.2 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 52.9 miles (M 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 77.1 miles (I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Express)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 82.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.

Between Somerset, MI and Macomb, MI, road signs point toward M 14: Plymouth, M 14 East, M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia, Toledo and M 53 North: Imlay City.

M 14: Plymouth

45.8 mi in | ~52m | via M 14

M 14 East

50.5 mi in | ~57m | via M 14

M 14 East: Plymouth

52.9 mi in | ~1h | via M 14

Livonia

52.9 mi in | ~1h | via M 14

Toledo

86.3 mi in | ~1h 39m

M 53 North: Imlay City

106.1 mi in | ~2h 7m | via M 53

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 20m. Total distance: 116.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (64%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 28.7 miles on I 94. 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 Macomb, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 52.9 miles (M 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 77.1 miles (I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Express)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 82.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

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