Origin
Warren, MI
Morning in Warren on Tuesday
Local time
6:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Warren, MI to Macomb, MI
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
29m
Distance
17 mi
27 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
★
6 AM
0h 30m
8 AM
0h 35m
10 AM
0h 32m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 32m
5 PM
0h 35m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Warren, MI
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion within the Midwest, the 17-mile trek from Warren to Macomb is a straightforward local drive. You can expect to spend about 29 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of just $3, it is an incredibly economical route to navigate. Because both cities are located in Michigan, you will remain within the same region throughout your journey. There is no need for overnight accommodations, as the distance is short enough to handle in one easy go. This route is best suited for those looking for a practical, no-fuss transit between these two locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Garfield Road | 11.6 mi | 19m |
| Groesbeck Highway | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Walter P Reuther Freeway | 0.9 mi | <1m |
| East 11 Mile Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Utica Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Burg Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Garfield Road
— 11.6 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Warren, MI and Macomb, MI.
1
Start on this road
426 ft
·
36 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Burg Road
369 ft
·
18 sec
·
Burg Road
3
Turn right onto East 11 Mile Road
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
East 11 Mile Road
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 696 East
5
Merge onto I 696
0.9 mi
·
55 sec
·
Walter P Reuther Freeway
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 26
Toward M 97: Groesbeck Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn straight onto East 11 Mile Road
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
East 11 Mile Road
8
Turn left onto M 97
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Groesbeck Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Turn left onto Utica Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Utica Road
Use the left lane.
10
Turn slight right onto Garfield Road
12 mi
·
19 min
·
Garfield Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Enter roundabout
181 ft
·
4 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 4.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Burg Road
Turn left onto Burg Road
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East 11 Mile Road
Turn right onto East 11 Mile Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
7
1.6 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the exit toward M 97: Groesbeck Highway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 26
Toward M 97: Groesbeck Highway
5
2.3 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
M 97 / Groesbeck Highway
Turn left onto M 97 / Groesbeck Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
4.9 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
Utica Road
Turn left onto Utica Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.66 one way
$5.32 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.92 | $5.84 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.27 | $6.54 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.75 | $7.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.78 | $0.82 |
| Efficient EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.49 | $0.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.38 | $1.09 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Macomb, MI
Morning in Macomb on Tuesday
Local time
6:08 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
29m 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 turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged rather than cruising on a monotonous interstate. While your path includes the Walter P. Reuther Freeway, only 5% of the total distance is spent on highways, meaning you will spend the vast majority of your time on surface streets. You will navigate using a mix of Garfield Road and Groesbeck Highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is the 11.6-mile run along Garfield Road. Since this is primarily a local drive, be prepared for frequent stops and turns as you transition between these two Michigan communities.
Only 5% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.6 mi on Garfield Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Burg Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 17 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.1 miles (Burg Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (East 11 Mile Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 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.
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 Warren, MI to Macomb, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 97: Groesbeck Highway along the way.
M 97: Groesbeck Highway
1.6 mi in
|
~3m
About the Cities
Starting in Warren, MI
Full guide →Warren is the largest suburb in Metro Detroit.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 29m. Total distance: 17 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (5%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.6 miles on Garfield Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 0.1 miles (Burg Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (East 11 Mile Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 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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