Walton to Macomb is 212.9 miles and takes about 4h 10m via I 75, US 10, and East M-115 Highway, with a fuel budget near $34 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Michigan, moving from the Midwest region to the Midwest region. Expect a route that is mostly highway driving, making it a straightforward option for a single-day excursion. The relatively short duration and manageable distance mean you can cover ground efficiently without a significant time commitment.
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
106.4 miles from Walton, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 3m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
80 mi
1h 25m
US 10
57 mi
57m
East M-115 Highway
34.9 mi
47m
North US 131 Highway
22.9 mi
24m
25 Mile Road
6.9 mi
10m
Tienken Road
3.5 mi
6m
West Tienken Road
1.6 mi
3m
Shimmons Road
1.1 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 80 mi, about 1h 25m
Traffic on I-75
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 58 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,891 veh/hr typical
· worst 4,192
Quietest
2 AM
~130 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
22.2×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 105 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 Walton, MI and Macomb, MI.
1
Start on Union Street
0.6 mi·2 min·Union Street
2
Turn right onto US 131
23 mi·24 min·North US 131 Highway
3
Take the exit onto M 55
0.4 mi·1 min·M 55
Toward M 115, M 55 West: Frankfort, Clare
4
Turn left onto M 115; M 55
35 mi·47 min·East M-115 Highway
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi·50 sec
Toward US 10 East: Clare
6
Merge onto US 10
11 mi·10 min·US 10
7
Take the exit onto US 10
46 mi·46 min·US 10
Toward US 10 EAST: Midland, Bay City
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·38 sec
Exit 140AToward I 75 South, US 23 South: Saginaw
9
Merge onto I 75; US 23
36 mi·38 min·I 75; US 23
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23
11 mi·11 min·I 75; US 23
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
33 mi·35 min·I 75
12
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 81Toward I 75 Business, M 24: Pontiac, LapeerUse the slight right lane.
13
Continue on I 75 BL
0.2 mi·27 sec·I 75 BL
14
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75 BL
0.6 mi·57 sec·I 75 BL
Toward I 75 Business South: Pontiac
15
Turn left
88 ft·3 sec
Use the left lane.
16
Turn left
154 ft·7 sec
17
Continue on Shimmons Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Shimmons Road
18
At end of road, turn left onto Shimmons Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Shimmons Road
19
At end of road, turn left onto North Squirrel Road
0.3 mi·37 sec·North Squirrel Road
20
Turn right onto Tienken Road
3.5 mi·6 min·Tienken Road
Use the right lane.
21
Enter roundabout onto West Tienken Road
128 ft·3 sec·West Tienken Road
22
Continue on West Tienken Road
1.6 mi·3 min·West Tienken Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
23
Enter roundabout onto East Tienken Road
159 ft·5 sec·East Tienken Road
24
Continue on East Tienken Road
0.6 mi·1 min·East Tienken Road
25
Enter roundabout onto Runyon Road
150 ft·3 sec·Runyon Road
26
Continue on Runyon Road
0.9 mi·1 min·Runyon Road
27
Continue on 25 Mile Road
6.0 mi·9 min·25 Mile Road
28
Enter roundabout onto 25 Mile Road
150 ft·4 sec·25 Mile Road
29
Continue on 25 Mile Road
0.9 mi·1 min·25 Mile Road
30
Enter roundabout
270 ft·7 sec
31
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 4h 10m drive, leaving in the morning is ideal to ensure you have ample daylight for the entire trip, especially since it's recommended for a single day. You'll only need one stop, so plan it strategically along I 75 or US 10 for fuel and a quick break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $34, and it's always wise to refuel before hitting the longest stretch of 80 miles on I 75 if you're starting with a low tank.
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 106.4 miles from Walton, MI, or about 2h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 80 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 47 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 106.4 miles or 2h 3m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 15m
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 Walton, 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 Walton, MI
This is one driving day of about 212.9 miles and 4h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Walton, 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 80 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 24
5 decision points cluster between mile 23.5 and 199.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
23.5 mi into trip|~26m in|M 55
Take the exit onto M 55 toward M 115, M 55 West: Frankfort, Clare
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward M 115, M 55 West: Frankfort, Clare
5
70.1 mi into trip|~1h 27m in|US 10
Take the exit onto US 10 toward US 10 EAST: Midland, Bay City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 10 EAST: Midland, Bay City
6
116.2 mi into trip|~2h 13m in
Take the exit toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Saginaw
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 140A
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Saginaw
8
196.6 mi into trip|~3h 39m in
Take the exit toward I 75 Business, M 24: Pontiac, Lapeer
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 81
Toward I 75 Business, M 24: Pontiac, Lapeer
6
199.3 mi into trip|~3h 46m in|Tienken Road
Turn right onto Tienken Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$35.51 one way
$71.03 round trip
$4.24/gal25.4 MPG avg75 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$38.60
$77.20
premium
$5.26
$44.08
$88.16
diesel
$6.18
$51.79
$103.58
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
63.9
0
$22.35
$10.22
Efficient EV
53.2
0
$18.63
$8.52
EV Truck/SUV
85.2
1
$29.81
$13.63
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 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 Oct 19, 2026
Origin
Walton, MI
Morning
in Walton on Tuesday
Local time
8:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Sunny
W 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Macomb, MI
Morning
in Macomb on Tuesday
Local time
8:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Sunny
SW 5 mph0% chanceLive 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
4h 10m 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?
About 75% of this 212.9-mile drive is on highways, with the longest continuous stretch of highway cruising being 80 miles on I 75. You'll likely notice a higher density of exits and merging traffic as you transition between I 75 and US 10. The profile shifts to surface roads after the main highway sections conclude, offering a change of pace for the final portion of your drive.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 80 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and US 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 23.5 miles in near M 55.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 212.9 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 23.5 miles (M 55): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.1 miles (US 10): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 116.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,432 ft586 ft
Total Climb
862 ft
Total Descent
1,261 ft
Highest Point
1,432 ft
~31.4 mi in
Elevation Range
845 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Walton, MI and Macomb, MI, road signs point toward M 115, M 55 West: Frankfort, Clare, Bay City, M 24: Pontiac and Lapeer.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 10m. Total distance: 212.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 80 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 16 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 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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 16 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 23.5 miles (M 55): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.1 miles (US 10): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 116.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Macomb, MI, but most travelers stay overnight.
