Origin
Kingsford, MI
Morning in Kingsford on Monday
Local time
9:15 AM
CDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kingsford, MI to Macomb, MI
Drive Time
7h 32m
Distance
477.7 mi
769 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$73
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
7h 22m
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6 AM
7h 32m
8 AM
7h 52m
10 AM
7h 39m
12 PM
7h 37m
3 PM
7h 40m
5 PM
7h 51m
8 PM
7h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
The drive from Kingsford, MI to Macomb, MI covers 477.7 miles and takes about 7h 32m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West H Street, South Stephenson Avenue, US-2 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $72.56 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
238.9 miles from Kingsford, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 46m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 7h 32m drive with frequent turns across 477.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 37 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West H Street 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. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 32m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Kingsford, MI to Macomb, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West H Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Stephenson Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US-2 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Murray Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Eighth Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Lincoln Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| West Lakeshore Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 2 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
West H Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kingsford, MI and Macomb, MI.
1
Start on South Carpenter Avenue
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
South Carpenter Avenue
2
Turn right onto West H Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West H Street
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto South Stephenson Avenue
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
South Stephenson Avenue
4
Continue on US-2/US-141
5.2 mi
·
5 min
·
US-2/US-141
5
Continue on Murray Road
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Murray Road
6
Turn straight onto Eighth Avenue
20 mi
·
23 min
·
Eighth Avenue
7
Continue straight
22 mi
·
27 min
8
Turn left onto North Lincoln Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
North Lincoln Road
9
Continue on US-2/US-41/M-35
46 mi
·
55 min
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US-2/US-41/M-35
10
Continue on West Lakeshore Drive
88 mi
·
1 hr 44 min
·
West Lakeshore Drive
11
Continue on US 2
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
US 2
12
Continue on US-2 West
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
US-2 West
13
Take the exit slight right toward I 75 South: Mackinac Bridge
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
I 75 South: Mackinac Bridge
14
Merge slight left
94 mi
·
1 hr 37 min
15
Keep slight left to continue on I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
124 mi
·
2 hr 7 min
·
I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
16
Keep slight left
11 mi
·
11 min
17
Keep slight left
33 mi
·
35 min
18
Take the exit slight right toward I 75 Business, M 24: Pontiac, Lapeer
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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I 75 Business, M 24: Pontiac, Lapeer
19
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
20
Keep slight right to continue on I 75 Business South: Pontiac
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
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I 75 Business South: Pontiac
21
Turn left
89 ft
·
4 sec
22
Turn left
154 ft
·
7 sec
23
Exit the roundabout onto Shimmons Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Shimmons Road
24
At the end of the road, turn left onto Shimmons Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Shimmons Road
25
At the end of the road, turn left onto North Squirrel Road
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
North Squirrel Road
26
Turn right onto Tienken Road
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Tienken Road
27
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West Tienken Road
128 ft
·
3 sec
·
West Tienken Road
28
Exit the roundabout onto West Tienken Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
West Tienken Road
29
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward East Tienken Road
161 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Tienken Road
30
Exit the roundabout onto East Tienken Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Tienken Road
31
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Runyon Road
151 ft
·
3 sec
·
Runyon Road
32
Exit the roundabout onto Runyon Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Runyon Road
33
Continue on 25 Mile Road
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
25 Mile Road
34
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward 25 Mile Road
151 ft
·
4 sec
·
25 Mile Road
35
Exit the roundabout onto 25 Mile Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
25 Mile Road
36
Enter the roundabout toward the route
269 ft
·
7 sec
·
the route
37
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 238.9 miles from Kingsford, MI, or about 3h 46m 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 105 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 238.9 miles or 3h 46m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 35m
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 Kingsford, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Kingsford, MI
This is one driving day of about 477.7 miles and 7h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 105 miles from Kingsford, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 238.9 mi from Kingsford, MI · 3h 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
239 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 105 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 238.9 miles from Kingsford, 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
$72.56 one way
$145.12 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
167 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $79.99 | $159.97 |
| premium | $4.80 | $90.18 | $180.36 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $106.13 | $212.26 |
Estimated Tolls: $4.00
Mackinac Bridge
$4.00
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$73
Tolls
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$102–$127
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 167.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $50 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 143.3 | 1 | $50.16 | $22.93 |
| Efficient EV | 119.4 | 1 | $41.80 | $19.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 191.1 | 2 | $66.88 | $30.57 |
Gas CO2
167 kg
EV CO2
56 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Monday
Local time
10:15 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
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
19 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
7h 32m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Kingsford, MI to Macomb, MI covers 477.7 miles and takes about 7h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West H Street, South Stephenson Avenue, US-2. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 238.9 miles from Kingsford, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $72.56 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 32m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Kingsford, MI to Macomb, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Kingsford, MI to Macomb, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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