Origin
Long Lake, MI
Night in Long Lake on Thursday
Local time
11:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
35°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Long Lake, MI to Macomb, MI
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
3h 21m
Distance
165.9 mi
267 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 9m
★
6 AM
3h 21m
8 AM
3h 45m
10 AM
3h 30m
12 PM
3h 27m
3 PM
3h 31m
5 PM
3h 44m
8 PM
3h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Long Lake, MI
Jacob Postuma
Trip Overview
This 165.9-mile drive from Long Lake to Macomb, Michigan, is easily manageable as a one-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 21 minutes. The route is primarily highway-focused, with about 71% of the journey on faster roads, making it an efficient way to travel between these two Midwest locations. With an estimated fuel cost of $26, it's an affordable option for a quick excursion. You'll be covering a significant portion on I-75, with the longest uninterrupted stretch being 108.2 miles, so plan for a steady pace. This drive offers a straightforward path to get you to your destination without extensive detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
82.9 miles from Long Lake, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 39m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 21m. Total distance: 165.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 71% of the drive utilizing faster roads like I-75. This means you'll encounter longer stretches of consistent speed, including a significant 108.2-mile segment on I-75. While the majority is highway, the inclusion of State Highway 65 and West Huron Road suggests you'll transition to more local thoroughfares as you approach Macomb. This mix offers a bit of variety, moving from the efficiency of the interstate to more community-level roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 47 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 108.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and State Highway 65. You will hit about 23 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 41 miles in.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 165.9 miles you will encounter 23 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 41 miles: Navigation decision point; at 149.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 150.4 miles (I 75 BL): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 23 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
41 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 South: Saginaw
Navigation decision point
Toward I 75 South: Saginaw
8
149.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 50m 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
5
150.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 52m in
|
I 75 BL
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75 BL toward I 75 Business South: Pontiac
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 75 Business South: Pontiac
5
150.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 53m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
152.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 57m in
|
Tienken Road
Turn right onto Tienken Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Long Lake, MI and Macomb, MI, road signs point toward Saginaw, M 24: Pontiac and Lapeer.
Saginaw
41.3 mi in
|
~56m
|
via I 75
M 24: Pontiac
149.6 mi in
|
~2h 50m
Lapeer
149.6 mi in
|
~2h 50m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 108.2 mi | 1h 54m |
| State Highway 65 | 9.5 mi | 11m |
| West Huron Road | 8.3 mi | 11m |
| 25 Mile Road | 6.9 mi | 10m |
| M 65 | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| North Hale Road | 4 mi | 4m |
| Tienken Road | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| Hale Road | 2.9 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 108.2 mi, about 1h 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Long Lake, MI and Macomb, MI.
1
Start on Long Lake Road
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Long Lake Road
2
Continue on North Wilson Creek Road
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
North Wilson Creek Road
3
Continue on Wilson Creek
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Wilson Creek
4
Continue on Long Lake Road
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Long Lake Road
5
Continue on West Webb
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Webb
6
Keep slight right at fork onto West Webb
491 ft
·
9 sec
·
West Webb
7
Continue on Putnam Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Putnam Road
8
Turn left onto West Esmond Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Esmond Road
9
Continue on West Main Street
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
West Main Street
10
Turn right onto M 65
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
State Highway 65
11
Continue on M 65
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
M 65
12
Continue on M 65
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 65
13
Continue on M 65
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Bullock Street
14
Continue on M 65
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 65
15
Continue on M 65
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Hale Road
16
Continue on M 65
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
17
Continue on M 65
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
North Hale Road
18
Turn right onto US 23
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Huron Road
19
Continue on US 23
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Center Road
20
Continue on US 23
6.3 mi
·
8 min
·
West Huron Road
21
Continue on US 23
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
22
Turn right onto M 61
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
·
West Cedar Street
23
Continue on M 61
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
West M-61
24
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 75 South: Saginaw
25
Merge onto I 75
65 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
I 75
Toward Saginaw
26
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23
11 mi
·
11 min
·
I 75; US 23
27
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
33 mi
·
35 min
·
I 75
28
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 81
Toward I 75 Business, M 24: Pontiac, Lapeer
Use the slight right lane.
29
Continue on I 75 BL
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
I 75 BL
30
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75 BL
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
I 75 BL
Toward I 75 Business South: Pontiac
31
Turn left
88 ft
·
3 sec
Use the left lane.
32
Turn left
154 ft
·
7 sec
33
Continue on Shimmons Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Shimmons Road
34
At end of road, turn left onto Shimmons Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Shimmons Road
35
At end of road, turn left onto North Squirrel Road
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
North Squirrel Road
36
Turn right onto Tienken Road
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Tienken Road
Use the right lane.
37
Enter roundabout onto West Tienken Road
128 ft
·
3 sec
·
West Tienken Road
38
Continue on West Tienken Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
West Tienken Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
39
Enter roundabout onto East Tienken Road
159 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Tienken Road
40
Continue on East Tienken Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Tienken Road
41
Enter roundabout onto Runyon Road
150 ft
·
3 sec
·
Runyon Road
42
Continue on Runyon Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Runyon Road
43
Continue on 25 Mile Road
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
25 Mile Road
44
Enter roundabout onto 25 Mile Road
150 ft
·
4 sec
·
25 Mile Road
45
Continue on 25 Mile Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
25 Mile Road
46
Enter roundabout
270 ft
·
7 sec
47
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 3-hour and 21-minute drive, leaving in the morning will allow you to arrive with plenty of daylight. Since it's a single-day trip covering 165.9 miles, you won't need to split it, offering flexibility in your timing. With only one stop recommended, consider planning your break strategically around the 108.2-mile mark on I-75 to break up the longest stretch. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before departing, as the estimated cost is $26 for the entire journey.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 82.9 miles from Long Lake, MI, or about 1h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 108.2 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 36 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 82.9 miles or 1h 39m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Macomb, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Long Lake, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Long Lake, MI
This is one driving day of about 165.9 miles and 3h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Long Lake, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 108.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 82.9 mi from Long Lake, MI · 1h 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
83 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 82.9 miles from Long Lake, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 108.2 miles.
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.94 one way
$51.87 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
58 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $28.48 | $56.95 |
| premium | $4.89 | $31.93 | $63.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.63 | $73.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 58 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49.8 | 0 | $17.42 | $7.96 |
| Efficient EV | 41.5 | 0 | $14.52 | $6.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 66.4 | 0 | $23.23 | $10.62 |
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Night in Macomb on Thursday
Local time
11:36 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
12 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
3h 21m 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 Long Lake, MI to Macomb, MI covers 165.9 miles and takes about 3h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, State Highway 65, West Huron 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 82.9 miles from Long Lake, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.94 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 165.9 miles you will encounter 23 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 41 miles: Navigation decision point; at 149.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 150.4 miles (I 75 BL): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Between Long Lake, MI and Macomb, MI, road signs point toward Saginaw, M 24: Pontiac and Lapeer.
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