Origin
Ypsilanti, MI
Late night in Ypsilanti on Thursday
Local time
12:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ypsilanti, MI to Macomb, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
69.2 mi
111 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ypsilanti, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Ypsilanti, MI to Macomb, MI covers 69.2 miles and takes about 1h 13m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Hamilton Street, South Huron Street, I 94 East for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.82 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
34.6 miles from Ypsilanti, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 36m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 13m drive with frequent turns across 69.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Hamilton Street 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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Ypsilanti, MI to Macomb, MI is easy. At 1h 13m 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 Ypsilanti, MI to Macomb, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Hamilton Street | — | — |
| South Huron Street | — | — |
| I 94 East | — | — |
| I 75 | — | — |
| I 75 North | — | — |
| North Walter P | — | — |
| Rochester Road | — | — |
| East Big Beaver Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South Hamilton Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ypsilanti, MI and Macomb, MI.
1
Start on West Michigan Avenue
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
West Michigan Avenue
2
Turn left onto South Hamilton Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Hamilton Street
3
Continue on South Huron Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
South Huron Street
4
Take the ramp slight right toward I 94 East: Detroit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
I 94 East: Detroit
5
Merge slight left
33 mi
·
37 min
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 75: Flint, Toledo
302 ft
·
6 sec
·
I 75: Flint, Toledo
7
Keep slight left to continue on I 75 North: Flint
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 75 North: Flint
8
Merge slight left onto North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
14 mi
·
15 min
·
North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
9
Take the exit slight right toward Rochester Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Rochester Road
10
Turn right onto Rochester Road
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Rochester Road
11
Turn right onto East Big Beaver Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
East Big Beaver Road
12
Continue on Metropolitan Parkway
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Metropolitan Parkway
13
Continue on Metropolitan Parkway
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Metropolitan Parkway
14
Turn right onto Van Dyke Avenue
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Van Dyke Avenue
15
Keep slight right to continue on M 53 North: Imlay City
5.0 mi
·
5 min
·
M 53 North: Imlay City
16
Take the exit slight right toward 23 Mile Road East
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
23 Mile Road East
17
Turn right onto 23 Mile Road
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
23 Mile Road
18
Turn left onto Garfield Road
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Garfield Road
19
Enter the roundabout toward the route
180 ft
·
5 sec
·
the route
20
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 34.6 miles from Ypsilanti, MI, or about 36m 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 15 miles or 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.6 miles or 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 2m
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 Ypsilanti, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Ypsilanti, MI
This is one driving day of about 69.2 miles and 1h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Ypsilanti, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.6 mi from Ypsilanti, MI · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.6 miles from Ypsilanti, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.82 one way
$21.64 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.88 | $23.76 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.32 | $26.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.28 | $30.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.27 | $3.32 |
| Efficient EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.06 | $2.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.7 | 0 | $9.69 | $4.43 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Late night in Macomb on Thursday
Local time
12:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 13m 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 Ypsilanti, MI to Macomb, MI covers 69.2 miles and takes about 1h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Hamilton Street, South Huron Street, I 94 East. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.6 miles from Ypsilanti, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.82 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.
The drive from Ypsilanti, MI to Macomb, MI is easy. At 1h 13m 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 Ypsilanti, MI to Macomb, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Ypsilanti, MI to Macomb, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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