How far is Akron, MI from Macomb, MI?
The driving distance from Akron, MI to Macomb, MI is about 81.8 miles (131.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 40m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 66.1 miles (106.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 20m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 40m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Lapeer County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Akron and Macomb.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Akron and Macomb.
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Start on Main Street
649 ft · 36 sec · Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Beach Street
2766 ft · 47 sec · Beach Street
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Continue on Akron Road
2 mi · 3 min · Akron Road
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Turn right onto Unionville Road
3.4 mi · 5 min · Unionville Road
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Continue on Biebel Road
3.8 mi · 5 min · Biebel Road
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Continue on Cleaver Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Cleaver Road
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Continue on Ellington Street
2434 ft · 41 sec · Ellington Street
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Continue on Mertz Road
5.5 mi · 8 min · Mertz Road
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Turn left onto East Sanilac Road
9.5 mi · 11 min · East Sanilac Road
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Continue on State Street
1 mi · 1 min · State Street
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Continue on Sanilac Road
4.5 mi · 5 min · Sanilac Road
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Turn right onto South Van Dyke Road
5.2 mi · 6 min · South Van Dyke Road
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Continue on Main Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on South Van Dyke Road
19.7 mi · 25 min · South Van Dyke Road
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Continue on North Cedar Street
2.2 mi · 4 min · North Cedar Street
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Continue on Van Dyke Road
5.6 mi · 8 min · Van Dyke Road
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Turn right onto North Main Street
1.4 km · 2 min · North Main Street
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Continue on Van Dyke Road
8.5 mi · 12 min · Van Dyke Road
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Take the exit slight left toward M 53 North
49 m · 7 sec
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Merge slight right
646 ft · 14 sec
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Turn right onto 32 Mile Road
2 mi · 3 min · 32 Mile Road
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Turn right onto Romeo Plank Road
7.2 mi · 10 min · Romeo Plank Road
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Enter the roundabout toward the route
107 m · 10 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Akron and Macomb.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
South Van Dyke Road
Continue on South Van Dyke Road
19.7 mi · 00h 25m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Akron and Light Rain Likely near Macomb.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Akron to Macomb?
The road trip is about 81.8 miles (131.7 km) and usually takes 01h 40m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Burnside is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42.5 miles from Akron and 39.3 miles from Macomb.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 66.1 miles (106.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:10 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.90 one way or $21.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Akron and Light Rain Likely near Macomb.
Stop Ideas Near Burnside
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Burnside.
Lapeer station
Flint station
Port Huron
Pontiac Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Akron and Macomb. Straight-line distance: 66.13 mi (106.43 km).
#1 Akron
Village in Tuscola County, Michigan, United States
| Population | 373 |
| Coordinates | 43.5680800, -83.5141300 |
| Altitude | 195 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Macomb
A city in Macomb County, Michigan.
| Population | 92,131 |
| Coordinates | 42.7008700, -82.9590900 |
| Altitude | 191 |
| Country | United States |
End: Romeo Plank Road (-82.958996, 42.700872)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 132 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $10.90 | $21.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $12.29 | $24.58 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.45 | $26.90 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $15.33 | $30.66 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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