Origin
Lake Orion, MI
Evening in Lake Orion on Thursday
Local time
5:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lake Orion, MI to Macomb, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
31m
Distance
17.8 mi
29 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 28m
★
6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 36m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 32m
3 PM
0h 33m
5 PM
0h 36m
8 PM
0h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lake Orion, MI
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick transit between Lake Orion and Macomb, you are looking at a brief 17.8-mile journey that typically takes about 31 minutes. This is a straightforward, local-focused trip that fits easily into a single day, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. You can expect to spend roughly $3 on fuel for the entire drive, making it a highly economical trip through the Michigan Midwest. Because this route avoids highways entirely, it serves as a reliable alternative to major thoroughfares for those staying within the region. It is a practical, no-nonsense connection that gets you from point A to point B without any complicated logistics.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 31m. Total distance: 17.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate experience, as this route features zero highway miles. You will spend your time navigating a series of local roads, specifically Orion Road, 25 Mile Road, and East Tienken Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 7.8-mile segment on Orion Road, requiring you to stay alert through various turns. Because the entire 17.8-mile path consists of surface streets, the driving experience is constant and requires active attention rather than the monotony of cruise control. The character of the road remains consistent throughout, providing a steady pace as you move through the local landscape.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Orion Road is the longest continuous segment at about 7.8 miles.
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. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Flint Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 31m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Flint Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Orion Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 8.4 miles (North Rochester Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Flint Street
Turn right onto East Flint Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Orion Road
Enter roundabout onto Orion Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
8.4 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
North Rochester Road
At end of road, turn right onto North Rochester Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
8.7 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
East Tienken Road
Turn left onto East Tienken Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
9.9 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
Runyon Road
Enter roundabout onto Runyon Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Orion Road | 7.8 mi | 13m |
| 25 Mile Road | 6.9 mi | 10m |
| East Tienken Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Runyon Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East Flint Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| North Rochester Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Territorial Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Broadway Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Orion Road
— 7.8 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Orion, MI and Macomb, MI.
1
Start on South Broadway Street
69 ft
·
5 sec
·
South Broadway Street
2
Turn right onto East Flint Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Flint Street
3
Enter roundabout onto Orion Road
16 ft
·
0 sec
·
Orion Road
4
Continue on Orion Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Orion Road
5
Enter roundabout onto Orion Road
74 ft
·
6 sec
·
Orion Road
6
Continue on Orion Road
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Orion Road
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on Territorial Road
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Territorial Road
8
Continue on Orion Road
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Orion Road
9
At end of road, turn right onto North Rochester Road
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
North Rochester Road
Use the right lane.
10
Turn left onto East Tienken Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Tienken Road
Use the left lane.
11
Enter roundabout onto East Tienken Road
159 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Tienken Road
12
Continue on East Tienken Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Tienken Road
13
Enter roundabout onto Runyon Road
150 ft
·
3 sec
·
Runyon Road
14
Continue on Runyon Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Runyon Road
15
Continue on 25 Mile Road
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
25 Mile Road
16
Enter roundabout onto 25 Mile Road
150 ft
·
4 sec
·
25 Mile Road
17
Continue on 25 Mile Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
25 Mile Road
18
Enter roundabout
270 ft
·
7 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.78 one way
$5.57 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.06 | $6.11 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.43 | $6.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.93 | $7.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.2 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 | 5.3 | 0 | $1.87 | $0.85 |
| Efficient EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.56 | $0.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.49 | $1.14 |
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
Evening in Macomb on Thursday
Local time
5:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 7 to 12 mph
90% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 1:04PM EDT until April 20 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Marquette MI
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 1:04PM EDT until April 22 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Marquette MI
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
31 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
31m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Lake Orion, MI to Macomb, MI covers 17.8 miles and takes about 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Orion Road, 25 Mile Road, East Tienken Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.9 miles from Lake Orion, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.78 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 straightforward 31m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Flint Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Orion Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 8.4 miles (North Rochester Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Lake Orion, MI to Macomb, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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