The drive from Mio, MI to Macomb, MI covers 173.2 miles and takes about 3h 29m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, North M-33, South Mount Tom Road for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 120 miles on I 75.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.08 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
86.6 miles from Mio, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 43m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 29m. Total distance: 173.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 29m highway drive covering 173.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and North M-33. The longest continuous stretch is about 120 miles on I 75.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 33 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 120 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and North M-33. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 36.5 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 173.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 36.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 156.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 157.7 miles (I 75 BL): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
36.5 mi into trip|~51m in
Take the exit toward I 75 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 75 South
8
156.9 mi into trip|~2h 58m 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
157.7 mi into trip|~3h 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
158.3 mi into trip|~3h 1m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
159.7 mi into trip|~3h 5m 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 Mio, MI and Macomb, MI, road signs point toward M 24: Pontiac and Lapeer.
M 24: Pontiac
156.9 mi in|~2h 58m
Lapeer
156.9 mi in|~2h 58m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
120 mi
2h 5m
North M-33
17.6 mi
24m
South Mount Tom Road
9.4 mi
12m
25 Mile Road
6.9 mi
10m
Mio Road
5.7 mi
7m
Tienken Road
3.5 mi
6m
West Tienken Road
1.6 mi
3m
Brock Road
1.4 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 120 mi, about 2h 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mio, MI and Macomb, MI.
1
Start on East 8th Street
73 ft·10 sec·East 8th Street
2
Turn left onto M 33
0.5 mi·1 min·South Morenci Avenue
3
Continue on M 33
9.4 mi·12 min·South Mount Tom Road
4
Continue on M 33
5.7 mi·7 min·Mio Road
5
Continue on M 33
0.5 mi·1 min·North Williams Street
6
Continue on M 33
0.5 mi·1 min·South Bennett Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on M 33
18 mi·24 min·North M-33
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on M 33
1.4 mi·1 min·Brock Road
9
Continue on M 33
0.9 mi·1 min·Alger Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·46 sec
Toward I 75 South
11
Merge onto I 75
76 mi·1 hr 19 min·I 75
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23
11 mi·11 min·I 75; US 23
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
33 mi·35 min·I 75
14
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 81Toward I 75 Business, M 24: Pontiac, LapeerUse the slight right lane.
15
Continue on I 75 BL
0.2 mi·27 sec·I 75 BL
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75 BL
0.6 mi·57 sec·I 75 BL
Toward I 75 Business South: Pontiac
17
Turn left
88 ft·3 sec
Use the left lane.
18
Turn left
154 ft·7 sec
19
Continue on Shimmons Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Shimmons Road
20
At end of road, turn left onto Shimmons Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Shimmons Road
21
At end of road, turn left onto North Squirrel Road
0.3 mi·37 sec·North Squirrel Road
22
Turn right onto Tienken Road
3.5 mi·6 min·Tienken Road
Use the right lane.
23
Enter roundabout onto West Tienken Road
128 ft·3 sec·West Tienken Road
24
Continue on West Tienken Road
1.6 mi·3 min·West Tienken Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
25
Enter roundabout onto East Tienken Road
159 ft·5 sec·East Tienken Road
26
Continue on East Tienken Road
0.6 mi·1 min·East Tienken Road
27
Enter roundabout onto Runyon Road
150 ft·3 sec·Runyon Road
28
Continue on Runyon Road
0.9 mi·1 min·Runyon Road
29
Continue on 25 Mile Road
6.0 mi·9 min·25 Mile Road
30
Enter roundabout onto 25 Mile Road
150 ft·4 sec·25 Mile Road
31
Continue on 25 Mile Road
0.9 mi·1 min·25 Mile Road
32
Enter roundabout
270 ft·7 sec
33
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
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 86.6 miles from Mio, MI, or about 1h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 120 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 38 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 86.6 miles or 1h 43m 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 42m
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 Mio, 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 Mio, MI
This is one driving day of about 173.2 miles and 3h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Mio, 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 120 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 86.6 mi from Mio, MI
· 1h 43m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.08 one way
$54.16 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg61 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$29.73
$59.46
premium
$4.89
$33.33
$66.66
diesel
$5.61
$38.24
$76.48
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$27
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$52–$77
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
52
0
$18.19
$8.31
Efficient EV
43.3
0
$15.15
$6.93
EV Truck/SUV
69.3
0
$24.25
$11.08
Gas CO2
61 kg
EV CO2
20 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Mio, MI
Afternoon
in Mio on Saturday
Local time
1:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Macomb, MI
Afternoon
in Macomb on Saturday
Local time
1:13 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
10 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
3h 29m 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 Mio, MI to Macomb, MI covers 173.2 miles and takes about 3h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, North M-33, South Mount Tom 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 86.6 miles from Mio, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.08 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 is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 173.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 36.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 156.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 157.7 miles (I 75 BL): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Between Mio, MI and Macomb, MI, road signs point toward M 24: Pontiac and Lapeer.
