Origin
Orangeville, MI
Afternoon in Orangeville on Saturday
Local time
3:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Orangeville, 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
3h 25m
Distance
161.8 mi
260 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 13m
★
6 AM
3h 26m
8 AM
3h 50m
10 AM
3h 34m
12 PM
3h 32m
3 PM
3h 35m
5 PM
3h 49m
8 PM
3h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Orangeville, MI
Youngcucafilms
Trip Overview
This 161.8-mile drive from Orangeville to Macomb, Michigan, will take you approximately 3 hours and 25 minutes. It's a straightforward trip that works well as a single-day excursion, with an estimated fuel cost of $25. You'll spend about 56% of your time on highways, navigating through the Midwest region of Michigan. The route is characterized by a frequent need to turn, so keep your navigation handy. With only one recommended stop, this journey is designed for efficient travel.
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
80.9 miles from Orangeville, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 46m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 51.5 mi | 52m |
| I 75 | 34.7 mi | 37m |
| Grand Ledge Highway | 13 mi | 18m |
| North M-43 Highway | 8.8 mi | 12m |
| 25 Mile Road | 6.9 mi | 10m |
| Chief Noonday Road | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| East Carlton Center Road | 4 mi | 5m |
| West State Road | 4 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 51.5 mi, about 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Orangeville, MI and Macomb, MI.
1
Start on Damon Street
41 ft
·
1 sec
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Damon Street
2
Continue on Marsh Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Marsh Road
3
Turn right onto Keller Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Keller Road
4
Turn left onto Lindsey Road
2.1 mi
·
2 min
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Lindsey Road
5
At end of road, turn right onto Wildwood Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Wildwood Road
6
Turn left onto South Norris Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
South Norris Road
7
Keep slight right at fork onto South Yankee Springs Road
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
South Yankee Springs Road
8
Turn right onto M 179
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Chief Noonday Road
9
Continue on M 179
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Gun Lake Road
10
At end of road, turn left onto M 43
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
South M-43 Highway
11
Continue on M 37; M 43
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West State Highway 43
12
Continue on M 37; M 43
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West State Street
13
Turn left onto M 43
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
North Broadway Street
14
Continue on M 43
8.8 mi
·
12 min
·
North M-43 Highway
15
Continue on M 43
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
East Carlton Center Road
16
Continue on M 43
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Broadway Street
17
Continue on M 43
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
East Carlton Center Road
18
Turn left onto M 43; M 66
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North M-66 Highway
19
Continue on M 43; M 66
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Saddlebag Lake Road
20
Turn right onto M 43; M 50
13 mi
·
18 min
·
Grand Ledge Highway
21
Turn left onto Benton Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Benton Road
22
Continue on Jones Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Jones Road
23
Turn right onto West State Road
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
West State Road
24
At end of road, turn left onto M 100
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Wright Road
Use the straight lane.
25
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 96 East: Lansing
Use the right lane.
26
Merge onto I 96
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
I 96
27
Take the exit
2.5 mi
·
2 min
Exit 89
Toward I 69 East: Flint
28
Merge onto I 69
52 mi
·
52 min
·
I 69
29
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 75, US 23: Saginaw, Detroit
Use the slight right lane.
30
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Detroit
31
Merge onto I 75; US 23
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 75; US 23
32
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
33 mi
·
35 min
·
I 75
33
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 81
Toward I 75 Business, M 24: Pontiac, Lapeer
Use the slight right lane.
34
Continue on I 75 BL
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
I 75 BL
35
Keep slight right at fork onto I 75 BL
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
I 75 BL
Toward I 75 Business South: Pontiac
36
Turn left
88 ft
·
3 sec
Use the left lane.
37
Turn left
154 ft
·
7 sec
38
Continue on Shimmons Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Shimmons Road
39
At end of road, turn left onto Shimmons Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Shimmons Road
40
At end of road, turn left onto North Squirrel Road
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
North Squirrel Road
41
Turn right onto Tienken Road
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
Tienken Road
Use the right lane.
42
Enter roundabout onto West Tienken Road
128 ft
·
3 sec
·
West Tienken Road
43
Continue on West Tienken Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
West Tienken Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
44
Enter roundabout onto East Tienken Road
159 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Tienken Road
45
Continue on East Tienken Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Tienken Road
46
Enter roundabout onto Runyon Road
150 ft
·
3 sec
·
Runyon Road
47
Continue on Runyon Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Runyon Road
48
Continue on 25 Mile Road
6.0 mi
·
9 min
·
25 Mile Road
49
Enter roundabout onto 25 Mile Road
150 ft
·
4 sec
·
25 Mile Road
50
Continue on 25 Mile Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
25 Mile Road
51
Enter roundabout
270 ft
·
7 sec
52
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour 25-minute duration, starting your drive in the morning is advisable to avoid potential rush hour traffic as you approach Macomb. With only one recommended stop and a manageable fuel cost of around $25, you have flexibility in when and where you break. Pay close attention to your GPS, especially during the numerous turns that define this route. A good tip is to pre-set your navigation for the entire journey, rather than adding stops dynamically, to ensure smooth transitions between the highway and local road segments.
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 80.9 miles from Orangeville, MI, or about 1h 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 51.5 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 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 80.9 miles or 1h 46m 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 41m
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 Orangeville, 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 Orangeville, MI
This is one driving day of about 161.8 miles and 3h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Orangeville, 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 69 for about 51.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
81 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 80.9 miles from Orangeville, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 355 decision points cluster between mile 52.7 and 145.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
52.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 16m in
|
M 100 / Wright Road
At end of road, turn left onto M 100 / Wright Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
53.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Take the ramp toward I 96 East: Lansing
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 96 East: Lansing
7
110.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 16m in
Take the exit toward I 75, US 23: Saginaw, Detroit
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 I 75, US 23: Saginaw, Detroit
6
110.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 17m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Detroit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Detroit
8
145.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 54m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.30 one way
$50.59 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $27.77 | $55.55 |
| premium | $4.89 | $31.14 | $62.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $35.72 | $71.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.6 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 | 48.5 | 0 | $16.99 | $7.77 |
| Efficient EV | 40.5 | 0 | $14.16 | $6.47 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 64.7 | 0 | $22.65 | $10.36 |
Gas CO2
57 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
Afternoon in Macomb on Saturday
Local time
3:00 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
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
28 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 25m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive that demands your attention, with a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile. While 56% of the journey is on highways like I-69 and I-75, the frequent turns suggest a significant portion involves local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 51.5 miles on I-69, offering a brief period of consistent highway speed. The road character shifts between faster highway segments and more intricate local road navigation.
Only 56% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
52 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 51.5 mi on I 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 52.7 miles in near M 100 / Wright Road.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 35 significant decision points across 161.8 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 52.7 miles (M 100 / Wright Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 53.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 110.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Orangeville, MI and Macomb, MI, road signs point toward Detroit, M 24: Pontiac and Lapeer.
Detroit
110.1 mi in
|
~2h 16m
M 24: Pontiac
145.6 mi in
|
~2h 54m
Lapeer
145.6 mi in
|
~2h 54m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 25m. Total distance: 161.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 51.5 miles on I 69. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Macomb, MI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 52.7 miles (M 100 / Wright Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 53.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 110.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Macomb, MI, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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