Origin
Haslett, MI
Evening in Haslett on Sunday
Local time
8:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Haslett, MI to Macomb, MI
Drive Time
1h 54m
Distance
92.4 mi
149 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 46m
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6 AM
1h 55m
8 AM
2h 11m
10 AM
2h 0m
12 PM
1h 59m
3 PM
2h 1m
5 PM
2h 10m
8 PM
1h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
Traveling from Haslett to Macomb is a straightforward 92.4-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 54 minutes. Because this is a relatively short trip, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Your budget for fuel will be approximately $14, making this an economical option for a quick transit across the Midwest. The route relies heavily on major thoroughfares like I-69 BL and I-75, ensuring a focused and efficient transit. Whether you are heading out for business or a visit, the lack of required stops makes it a simple point-to-point drive.
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
46.2 miles from Haslett, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 80% of your time will be spent cruising on major roads. The drive moves through the Midwest landscape with a consistent pace, anchored by a significant 38.3-mile uninterrupted stretch on I-69 BL. You will transition between high-speed interstate segments and the local transition onto 25 Mile Road as you near your destination. While the route lacks the complexity of winding backroads, the steady flow of traffic on the interstate keeps the journey moving predictably. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive designed to get you from point A to point B with minimal deviation.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 69 BL is the longest continuous segment at about 38.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 BL and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.6 miles in near I 69 BL.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 92.4 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 2.6 miles (I 69 BL): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 40.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 41.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 21 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
2.6 mi into trip
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~6m in
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I 69 BL
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69 BL
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
40.7 mi into trip
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~45m in
Take the exit toward I 75, US 23: Saginaw, Detroit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 75, US 23: Saginaw, Detroit
6
41.1 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Detroit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Detroit
6
43.3 mi into trip
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~48m in
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I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
76.1 mi into trip
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~1h 23m 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
Towns Along This Route
Between Haslett, MI and Macomb, MI, road signs point toward Detroit, M 24: Pontiac and Lapeer.
Detroit
40.7 mi in
|
~45m
M 24: Pontiac
76.1 mi in
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~1h 23m
Lapeer
76.1 mi in
|
~1h 23m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 BL | 38.3 mi | 39m |
| I 75 | 34.7 mi | 37m |
| 25 Mile Road | 6.9 mi | 10m |
| Tienken Road | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| Marsh Road | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| West Tienken Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Shimmons Road | 1.1 mi | 3m |
| Runyon Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69 BL
— 38.3 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Haslett, MI and Macomb, MI.
1
Start on Haslett Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Haslett Road
2
Turn right onto Marsh Road
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Marsh Road
3
Turn straight onto I 69 BL
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Saginaw Highway
4
Take the ramp onto I 69 BL
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
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I 69 BL
5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69 BL
38 mi
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38 min
·
I 69 BL
Use the none lane.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 75, US 23: Saginaw, Detroit
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Detroit
8
Merge onto I 75; US 23
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 75; US 23
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
33 mi
·
35 min
·
I 75
Use the none lane.
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 81
Toward I 75 Business, M 24: Pontiac, Lapeer
Use the slight right lane.
11
Continue on I 75 BL
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
I 75 BL
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75 BL
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
I 75 BL
Toward I 75 Business South: Pontiac
13
Turn left
88 ft
·
3 sec
Use the left lane.
14
Turn left
154 ft
·
7 sec
15
Continue on Shimmons Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Shimmons Road
16
At end of road, turn left onto Shimmons Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Shimmons Road
17
At end of road, turn left onto North Squirrel Road
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
North Squirrel Road
18
Turn right onto Tienken Road
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Tienken Road
Use the right lane.
19
Enter roundabout onto West Tienken Road
128 ft
·
3 sec
·
West Tienken Road
20
Continue on West Tienken Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
West Tienken Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
21
Enter roundabout onto East Tienken Road
159 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Tienken Road
22
Continue on East Tienken Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Tienken Road
23
Enter roundabout onto Runyon Road
150 ft
·
3 sec
·
Runyon Road
24
Continue on Runyon Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Runyon Road
25
Continue on 25 Mile Road
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
25 Mile Road
26
Enter roundabout onto 25 Mile Road
150 ft
·
4 sec
·
25 Mile Road
27
Continue on 25 Mile Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
25 Mile Road
28
Enter roundabout
270 ft
·
7 sec
29
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since the total duration is under two hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Aim to leave during off-peak hours if you want to avoid potential congestion on I-75, as this segment carries a high volume of traffic. You won't need to plan for lengthy rest breaks given the short distance, but keeping a $14 fuel budget in mind helps with your pre-trip preparation. Because the route is concentrated on major highways, keep a close watch on your exit signs as you transition onto 25 Mile Road to ensure you don't overshoot your final destination in Macomb.
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 46.2 miles from Haslett, MI, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.3 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 80 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.2 miles or 51m 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 23m
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 Haslett, 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 Haslett, MI
This is one driving day of about 92.4 miles and 1h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Haslett, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 69 BL for about 38.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.2 mi from Haslett, MI · 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 46.2 miles from Haslett, 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
$14.03 one way
$28.07 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $15.47 | $30.94 |
| premium | $4.80 | $17.44 | $34.89 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $20.53 | $41.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.7 | 0 | $9.70 | $4.44 |
| Efficient EV | 23.1 | 0 | $8.09 | $3.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37 | 0 | $12.94 | $5.91 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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 Sunday
Local time
8:17 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
1 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
1h 54m 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 Haslett, MI to Macomb, MI covers 92.4 miles and takes about 1h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69 BL, I 75, 25 Mile Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.2 miles from Haslett, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.03 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 92.4 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.6 miles (I 69 BL): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 40.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 41.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Haslett, MI and Macomb, MI, road signs point toward Detroit, M 24: Pontiac and Lapeer.
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