Origin
Macomb, MI
Evening in Macomb on Thursday
Local time
7:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Macomb, MI to Davison, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 1m
Distance
49.4 mi
80 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 5m
12 PM
1h 4m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 11m
8 PM
0h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Davison, MI
fish socks
Trip Overview
This 49.4-mile drive from Macomb, MI to Davison, MI is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking about 1 hour and 1 minute to complete. You'll primarily navigate via I 69 and M 53, with a portion on Romeo Plank Road. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $8, this route offers a straightforward journey through the Midwest region. It's a practical option for a quick getaway or an efficient commute, requiring no overnight stays.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 1m. Total distance: 49.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (47%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience on this route, with 47% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 23.1 miles on I 69, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. As you transition between major highways and local roads like Romeo Plank Road, the character of the drive will shift, offering a blend of faster travel and more localized routes.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 69 is the longest continuous segment at about 23.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 7.3 miles in near 32 Mile Road.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 1m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.3 miles (32 Mile Road): Navigation decision point; at 9.2 miles (M 53): Navigation decision point; at 18.5 miles (M 53 / North Van Dyke Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
7.3 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
32 Mile Road
Turn left onto 32 Mile Road
Navigation decision point
4
9.2 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
M 53
Turn right onto M 53
Navigation decision point
4
18.5 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
M 53 / North Van Dyke Road
Turn left onto M 53 / North Van Dyke Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
47.6 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Take the exit toward M 15: Clarkston, Davison
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 M 15: Clarkston, Davison
5
48 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
M 15 / South State Road
Turn right onto M 15 / South State Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 23.1 mi | 23m |
| M 53 | 9.3 mi | 13m |
| Romeo Plank Road | 7.2 mi | 10m |
| North Van Dyke Road | 5.6 mi | 7m |
| 32 Mile Road | 2 mi | 2m |
| South State Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| North State Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 23.1 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Macomb, MI and Davison, MI.
1
Start on this road
301 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
2
Continue on Romeo Plank Road
7.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Romeo Plank Road
3
Turn left onto 32 Mile Road
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
32 Mile Road
4
Turn right onto M 53
9.3 mi
·
13 min
·
M 53
5
Turn left onto M 53
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
North Van Dyke Road
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 69 West: Flint
7
Merge onto I 69
23 mi
·
23 min
·
I 69
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward M 15: Clarkston, Davison
Use the slight right lane.
9
Turn right onto M 15
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South State Road
Use the right lane.
10
Arrive at destination
M 15
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.7 mi from Macomb, MI · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.7 miles from Macomb, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Davison, MI
The final approach into Davison, MI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.72 one way
$15.45 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.48 | $16.96 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.51 | $19.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.91 | $21.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.19 | $2.37 |
| Efficient EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.32 | $1.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.92 | $3.16 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Davison, MI
Evening in Davison on Thursday
Local time
7:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 1m 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 Macomb, MI to Davison, MI covers 49.4 miles and takes about 1h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, M 53, Romeo Plank Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.7 miles from Macomb, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.72 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 1h 1m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.3 miles (32 Mile Road): Navigation decision point; at 9.2 miles (M 53): Navigation decision point; at 18.5 miles (M 53 / North Van Dyke Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Macomb, MI to Davison, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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