Origin
Eckford, MI
Evening in Eckford on Wednesday
Local time
8:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Eckford, MI to Macomb, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 19m
Distance
134.2 mi
216 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 9m
★
6 AM
2h 19m
8 AM
2h 38m
10 AM
2h 26m
12 PM
2h 24m
3 PM
2h 27m
5 PM
2h 37m
8 PM
2h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Eckford, MI
Wolrider YURTSEVEN
Trip Overview
This 134.2-mile drive from Eckford to Macomb, Michigan, is easily managed in about 2 hours and 19 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll navigate primarily using local roads like 22 Mile Road, E Drive South, and F Drive South, with no highway driving involved. The estimated fuel cost is around $20, reflecting the local road nature of the journey. Given its manageable length and lack of lengthy highway stretches, this route is best suited for a single day of travel without needing an overnight stop. It's a straightforward trip within the Midwest region, connecting two points in Michigan.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
67.1 miles from Eckford, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy, local drive for the entirety of this 134.2-mile journey. With 0% highway share, you'll be on surface streets and county roads for the full 2 hours and 19 minutes. The longest uninterrupted stretch is not specified, but the 'turn-heavy' profile suggests frequent changes in direction and pace. This isn't a route for high-speed cruising; rather, it's characterized by navigating through local communities and varied road conditions. The absence of significant highway mileage means you'll experience the landscape at a more relaxed pace.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
22 Mile Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Eckford, MI to Macomb, MI is easy. At 2h 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Eckford, MI to Macomb, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 22 Mile Road | — | — |
| E Drive South | — | — |
| F Drive South | — | — |
| 28 Mile Road | — | — |
| South Superior Street | — | — |
| East Michigan Avenue | — | — |
| Eaton Rapids Road | — | — |
| I 94 East | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
22 Mile Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Eckford, MI and Macomb, MI.
1
Start on 22 1/2 Mile Road
449 ft
·
12 sec
·
22 1/2 Mile Road
2
Continue on 22 Mile Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
22 Mile Road
3
Turn right onto E Drive South
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
E Drive South
4
Continue on F Drive South
4.6 mi
·
11 min
·
F Drive South
5
Turn left onto 28 Mile Road
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
28 Mile Road
6
Continue on South Superior Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
South Superior Street
7
Turn right onto East Michigan Avenue
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
East Michigan Avenue
8
Turn straight onto Eaton Rapids Road
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Eaton Rapids Road
9
Take the ramp right toward I 94 East: Detroit
47 mi
·
50 min
·
I 94 East: Detroit
10
Keep slight left to continue on M 14: Plymouth
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
M 14: Plymouth
11
Keep right to continue on M 14 East, US 23 South: Plymouth
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
M 14 East, US 23 South: Plymouth
12
Keep slight left to continue on M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia
15 mi
·
16 min
·
M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia
13
Continue straight
9.2 mi
·
9 min
14
Keep slight left to continue on Jeffries Freeway (Express)
5.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Jeffries Freeway (Express)
15
Take the exit slight right toward Davison Avenue
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Davison Avenue
16
Continue straight
2.2 mi
·
5 min
17
Continue on Davison Freeway
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Davison Freeway
18
Take the exit slight right toward I 75: Flint, Toledo
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
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I 75: Flint, Toledo
19
Keep slight left to continue on I 75 North: Flint
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
I 75 North: Flint
20
Merge slight left onto North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
11 mi
·
11 min
·
North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
21
Take the exit slight right toward Rochester Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Rochester Road
22
Turn right onto Rochester Road
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Rochester Road
23
Turn right onto East Big Beaver Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
East Big Beaver Road
24
Continue on Metropolitan Parkway
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Metropolitan Parkway
25
Continue on Metropolitan Parkway
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Metropolitan Parkway
26
Turn right onto Van Dyke Avenue
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Van Dyke Avenue
27
Keep slight right to continue on M 53 North: Imlay City
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
M 53 North: Imlay City
28
Take the exit slight right toward 23 Mile Road East
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
23 Mile Road East
29
Turn right onto 23 Mile Road
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
23 Mile Road
30
Turn left onto Garfield Road
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Garfield Road
31
Enter the roundabout toward the route
180 ft
·
5 sec
·
the route
32
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
For this 134.2-mile trip, consider leaving in the morning to maximize daylight and avoid potential rush hour congestion as you approach Macomb. Since it’s a single-day drive taking just under 2.5 hours, you have the flexibility to stop as needed, though there are no designated stops mentioned. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $20 and local roads can sometimes lead to slower travel times than anticipated. A practical tip for this route is to have your navigation set to avoid highways, ensuring you stick to the intended local roads like 22 Mile Road and E Drive South.
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 67.1 miles from Eckford, MI, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
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 30 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 67.1 miles or 1h 9m 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 54m
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 Eckford, 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 Eckford, MI
This is one driving day of about 134.2 miles and 2h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Eckford, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 67.1 mi from Eckford, MI · 1h 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
67 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 67.1 miles from Eckford, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Macomb, MI
The final approach into Macomb, MI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Macomb, MI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.98 one way
$41.96 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
47 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $23.04 | $46.07 |
| premium | $4.89 | $25.83 | $51.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $29.63 | $59.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.3 | 0 | $14.09 | $6.44 |
| Efficient EV | 33.6 | 0 | $11.74 | $5.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 53.7 | 0 | $18.79 | $8.59 |
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Destination
Macomb, MI
Evening in Macomb on Wednesday
Local time
8:38 PM
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
21 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
2h 19m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Eckford, MI to Macomb, MI covers 134.2 miles and takes about 2h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 22 Mile Road, E Drive South, F Drive South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 67.1 miles from Eckford, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $20.98 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Eckford, MI to Macomb, MI is easy. At 2h 19m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Eckford, MI to Macomb, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Eckford, MI to Macomb, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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