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.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 13m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
A city in Macomb County, Michigan.
Route Weather Snapshot
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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.
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Start on the route
15 m · 9 sec
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Turn left
30 m · 13 sec
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Turn left onto Garfield Road
2115 ft · 1 min · Garfield Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Utica Road
1.8 mi · 4 min · Utica Road
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Turn left onto East 12 Mile Road
1.9 mi · 3 min · East 12 Mile Road
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Turn right onto Harper Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · Harper Avenue
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Turn left
81 m · 21 sec
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Turn right onto East 11 Mile Road
1997 ft · 54 sec · East 11 Mile Road
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Turn left
18 m · 5 sec
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Turn right
40 m · 11 sec
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Turn right
73 m · 18 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 Fraser and Saint Clair Shores.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Transit and Meeting Points
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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).
#1 Fraser
City in Macomb County, Michigan, USA
| Population | 14,331 |
| Coordinates | 42.5392000, -82.9493700 |
| Altitude | 186 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Saint Clair Shores
The most populous city in Macomb County, Michigan.
| Population | 58,390 |
| Coordinates | 42.4969800, -82.8888100 |
| Altitude | 177 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-82.888808, 42.496956)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 11 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 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.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| 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.
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