How far is Burnside, MI from Macomb, MI?
The driving distance from Burnside, MI to Macomb, MI is about 38.9 miles (62.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.7 miles (57.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 38m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 49m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Burnside and Macomb.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Burnside and Macomb.
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Start on East Burnside Road
14 m · 6 sec · East Burnside Road
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Turn left onto North Van Dyke Road
12.4 mi · 17 min · North 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 Burnside 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.
North Van Dyke Road
Turn left onto North Van Dyke Road
12.4 mi · 00h 17m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Burnside and Mostly Sunny near Macomb.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Burnside to Macomb?
The road trip is about 38.9 miles (62.6 km) and usually takes 00h 49m 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?
Almont is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.4 miles from Burnside and 19.4 miles from Macomb.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.7 miles (57.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.2 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 4:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.17 one way or $10.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Burnside and Mostly Sunny near Macomb.
Stop Ideas Near Almont
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 Almont.
Lapeer station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Burnside and Macomb. Straight-line distance: 35.72 mi (57.49 km).
#1 Burnside
Township in Lapeer County, Michigan
| Population | 1,849 |
| Coordinates | 43.2105800, -83.0771600 |
| Altitude | 259 |
| 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: 63 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
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 | $5.17 | $10.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.83 | $11.65 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.38 | $12.75 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.27 | $14.53 |
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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