Origin
Maple Valley, MI
Morning in Maple Valley on Saturday
Local time
10:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Maple Valley, MI to Macomb, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 37m
Distance
168.2 mi
271 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 27m
★
6 AM
2h 38m
8 AM
2h 59m
10 AM
2h 45m
12 PM
2h 43m
3 PM
2h 46m
5 PM
2h 58m
8 PM
2h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Maple Valley, MI
Matt Barnard
Trip Overview
The drive from Maple Valley, MI to Macomb, MI covers 168.2 miles and takes about 2h 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East West Branch Road, I 75, Shimmons Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $26.30 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
84.1 miles from Maple Valley, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 37m. Total distance: 168.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 37m drive with frequent turns across 168.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East West Branch Road 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. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Maple Valley, MI to Macomb, MI is easy. At 2h 37m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Maple Valley, MI to Macomb, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East West Branch Road | — | — |
| I 75 | — | — |
| Shimmons Road | — | — |
| North Squirrel Road | — | — |
| Tienken Road | — | — |
| West Tienken Road | — | — |
| East Tienken Road | — | — |
| Runyon Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East West Branch Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maple Valley, MI and Macomb, MI.
1
Start on South Maple Valley Road
16 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Maple Valley Road
2
Turn right onto East West Branch Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East West Branch Road
3
Turn right
102 mi
·
1 hr 44 min
4
Keep slight left
11 mi
·
11 min
5
Keep slight left
33 mi
·
35 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 75 Business, M 24: Pontiac, Lapeer
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 75 Business, M 24: Pontiac, Lapeer
7
Continue straight
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
8
Keep slight right to continue on I 75 Business South: Pontiac
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
I 75 Business South: Pontiac
9
Turn left
89 ft
·
4 sec
10
Turn left
154 ft
·
7 sec
11
Exit the roundabout onto Shimmons Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Shimmons Road
12
At the end of the road, turn left onto Shimmons Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Shimmons Road
13
At the end of the road, turn left onto North Squirrel Road
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
North Squirrel Road
14
Turn right onto Tienken Road
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Tienken Road
15
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West Tienken Road
128 ft
·
3 sec
·
West Tienken Road
16
Exit the roundabout onto West Tienken Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
West Tienken Road
17
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward East Tienken Road
161 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Tienken Road
18
Exit the roundabout onto East Tienken Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Tienken Road
19
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Runyon Road
151 ft
·
3 sec
·
Runyon Road
20
Exit the roundabout onto Runyon Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Runyon Road
21
Continue on 25 Mile Road
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
25 Mile Road
22
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward 25 Mile Road
151 ft
·
4 sec
·
25 Mile Road
23
Exit the roundabout onto 25 Mile Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
25 Mile Road
24
Enter the roundabout toward the route
269 ft
·
7 sec
·
the route
25
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 84.1 miles from Maple Valley, MI, or about 1h 18m 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 37 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 84.1 miles or 1h 18m 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 9m
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 Maple Valley, 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 Maple Valley, MI
This is one driving day of about 168.2 miles and 2h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Maple Valley, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 84.1 mi from Maple Valley, MI · 1h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
84 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
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
$26.30 one way
$52.59 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
59 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $28.87 | $57.74 |
| premium | $4.89 | $32.37 | $64.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $37.14 | $74.27 |
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: 58.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.5 | 0 | $17.66 | $8.07 |
| Efficient EV | 42.1 | 0 | $14.72 | $6.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 67.3 | 0 | $23.55 | $10.76 |
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 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
Morning in Macomb on Saturday
Local time
10:45 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
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
9 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
2h 37m 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 Maple Valley, MI to Macomb, MI covers 168.2 miles and takes about 2h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East West Branch Road, I 75, Shimmons Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 84.1 miles from Maple Valley, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.30 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Maple Valley, MI to Macomb, MI is easy. At 2h 37m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Maple Valley, MI to Macomb, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Maple Valley, MI to Macomb, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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