How far is Fraser, MI from Saint Clair Shores, MI?

The driving distance from Fraser, MI to Saint Clair Shores, MI is about 6.9 miles (11.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 13m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 4.2 miles (6.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 27m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

This is an easy same-day return drive. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
6.87 mi
00h 13m
Flight
4.24 mi
6.83 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

Learn Distance

Choose another destination from Fraser.

Flight Distance

Direct air line
4.24 mi
Kilometers
6.83 km
Flight Time

Driving Distance

Road route
6.87 mi
Kilometers
11.06 km
Drive Time
00h 13m

Gas Cost Calculator

Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 13m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Saint Clair Shores
Wed, Apr 15, 4:21 PM EDT
Return by in Fraser
Wed, Apr 15, 4:35 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Fraser
2026-04-15T16:07
Arrive Saint Clair Shores
Wed, Apr 15, 4:21 PM EDT
Route Timing
00h 13m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:14 AM to 7:14 PM EDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
8:02 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Fraser
10:00 PM EDT
Flexible departure

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Roseville
MI

A city in Macomb County, Michigan.

From Fraser
2.9 mi
00h 06m
To Saint Clair Shores
4 mi
00h 06m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
74°F
This Afternoon

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 2:00 PM EDT
Wind
10 mph SW
Destination
73°F
Today

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 10:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Fraser and Saint Clair Shores.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Fraser and Saint Clair Shores.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    15 m · 9 sec

  2. 2

    Turn left

    30 m · 13 sec

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Garfield Road

    2115 ft · 1 min · Garfield Road

  4. 4

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Utica Road

    1.8 mi · 4 min · Utica Road

  5. 5

    Turn left onto East 12 Mile Road

    1.9 mi · 3 min · East 12 Mile Road

  6. 6

    Turn right onto Harper Avenue

    1 mi · 2 min · Harper Avenue

  7. 7

    Turn left

    81 m · 21 sec

  8. 8

    Turn right onto East 11 Mile Road

    1997 ft · 54 sec · East 11 Mile Road

  9. 9

    Turn left

    18 m · 5 sec

  10. 10

    Turn right

    40 m · 11 sec

  11. 11

    Turn right

    73 m · 18 sec

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Fraser and Saint Clair Shores.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
12 steps
10 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
173.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
East 12 Mile Road
1.93 mi · 28%
Utica Road
1.8 mi · 26%
Harper Avenue
1.04 mi · 15%
Garfield Road
0.4 mi · 6%
East 11 Mile Road
0.38 mi · 6%
Longest Stretch

East 12 Mile Road

Turn left onto East 12 Mile Road

1.93 mi · 00h 03m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A short regional drive

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

Drive Time
00h 13m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
00h 28m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+2.7 mi
4.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Roseville
00h 06m from Fraser
Leave By
8:02 PM EDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Fraser and Showers And Thunderstorms near Saint Clair Shores.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Fraser to Saint Clair Shores?

The road trip is about 6.9 miles (11.1 km) and usually takes 00h 13m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Roseville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.9 miles from Fraser and 4 miles from Saint Clair Shores.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 4.2 miles (6.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:02 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.91 one way or $1.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Fraser and Showers And Thunderstorms near Saint Clair Shores.

Stop Ideas Near Roseville

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Roseville and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Scenic stop 11.1 mi away

City of Ferndale City Hall

Ferndale , MI
300 E 9 Mile Rd, Ferndale, MI 48220
Rating 1.0/5 1 reviews Parking lot
Stop photo coming soon
Meeting point 9.5 mi away

City of Madison Heights

Madison Heights , MI
300 W 13 Mile Rd, Madison Heights, MI 48071
Rating 4.8/5 32 reviews City Hall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Roseville.

RAIL

Royal Oak station

17 mi away
202 South Sherman Ave.
RAIL

Detroit

18 mi away
11 West Baltimore Ave.
RAIL

Troy Transit Center

21 mi away
1201 Doyle Drive
RAIL

Birmingham, Michigan

22 mi away
449 South Eton St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Fraser and Saint Clair Shores. Straight-line distance: 4.24 mi (6.83 km).

Fraser

#1 Fraser

City in Macomb County, Michigan, USA

Population14,331
Coordinates42.5392000, -82.9493700
Altitude186
CountryUnited States
Saint Clair Shores

#2 Saint Clair Shores

The most populous city in Macomb County, Michigan.

Population58,390
Coordinates42.4969800, -82.8888100
Altitude177
CountryUnited States
Start: Garfield Road (-82.949726, 42.53919)
End: (-82.888808, 42.496956)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 11 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 13m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 10m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 08m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 06m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 05m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 05m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.24 gal
0.92 L · about $0.91
Round trip
$1.81
0.48 gal · 1.84 L
Estimated CO2
2.1 kg one way
Round trip: 4.3 kg / 9 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $0.91 $1.81
Mid-grade $4.25 $1.02 $2.04
Premium $4.65 $1.12 $2.23
Diesel $5.30 $1.27 $2.55

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Michigan · Apr 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Fraser and Saint Clair Shores. The current time is 16:07:52.

Distance to Other Cities

Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.