How far is Hartland, MI from Macomb, MI?

The driving distance from Hartland, MI to Macomb, MI is about 52.1 miles (83.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 09m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 40.5 miles (65.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 18m 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. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
52.1 mi
01h 09m
Flight
40.44 mi
65.08 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
40.44 mi
Kilometers
65.08 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
52.1 mi
Kilometers
83.84 km
Drive Time
01h 09m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 09m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Macomb
Thu, Apr 23, 5:04 AM EDT
Return by in Hartland
Thu, Apr 23, 6:14 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Hartland
2026-04-23T03:55
Arrive Macomb
Thu, Apr 23, 5:04 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 09m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:09 AM to 11:09 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:12 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Hartland
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Sylvan Lake
MI

Human settlement in Oakland County, Michigan, United States of America

From Hartland
24.8 mi
00h 34m
To Macomb
27.3 mi
00h 34m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
76°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 to 12 mph S
Destination
74°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 9 mph SSE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Hartland and Macomb.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hartland and Macomb.

  1. 1

    Start on Washington Street

    594 ft · 28 sec · Washington Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Crouse Road

    1652 ft · 1 min · Crouse Road

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Old US-23

    1.6 mi · 4 min · Old US-23

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Highland Road

    21.6 mi · 32 min · Highland Road

  5. 5

    Continue on West Huron Street

    18.2 mi · 25 min · West Huron Street

  6. 6

    Take the exit left toward M 53 North: Imlay City

    1983 ft · 50 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left onto Christopher Columbus Freeway

    2.4 mi · 3 min · Christopher Columbus Freeway

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward 23 Mile Road East

    1830 ft · 49 sec

  9. 9

    Turn right onto 23 Mile Road

    2.8 mi · 5 min · 23 Mile Road

  10. 10

    Turn left onto Garfield Road

    2 mi · 3 min · Garfield Road

  11. 11

    Enter the roundabout toward the route

    55 m · 5 sec

  12. 12

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Hartland and Macomb.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
12 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
23 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Highland Road
21.6 mi · 42%
West Huron Street
18.2 mi · 35%
23 Mile Road
2.78 mi · 5%
Christopher Columbus Freeway
2.4 mi · 5%
Garfield Road
2.02 mi · 4%
Old US-23
1.57 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

Highland Road

Turn left onto Highland Road

21.6 mi · 00h 32m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 09m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 18m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+11.6 mi
40.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Sylvan Lake
00h 34m from Hartland
Leave By
4:12 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Hartland 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 Hartland to Macomb?

The road trip is about 52.1 miles (83.8 km) and usually takes 01h 09m 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?

Sylvan Lake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.8 miles from Hartland and 27.3 miles from Macomb.

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

The direct path is about 40.5 miles (65.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.6 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 4:12 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.94 one way or $13.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Hartland and Mostly Sunny near Macomb.

Stop Ideas Near Sylvan Lake

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 Sylvan Lake and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 10.3 mi away

Rochester Municipal Complex

Rochester , MI
400 6th St, Rochester, MI 48307
City Hall,Emergency services,School,University
Stop photo coming soon
Meeting point 13.7 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 Sylvan Lake.

RAIL

Pontiac Transportation Center

4 mi away
51000 Woodward Avenue
RAIL

Birmingham, Michigan

13 mi away
449 South Eton St.
RAIL

Troy Transit Center

14 mi away
1201 Doyle Drive
RAIL

Royal Oak station

20 mi away
202 South Sherman Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Hartland and Macomb. Straight-line distance: 40.44 mi (65.08 km).

Photo coming soon

#1 Hartland

Township in Livingston County, Michigan

Population15,207
Coordinates42.6567000, -83.7530000
Altitude290
CountryUnited States
Macomb

#2 Macomb

A city in Macomb County, Michigan.

Population92,131
Coordinates42.7008700, -82.9590900
Altitude191
CountryUnited States
Start: Washington Street (-83.753155, 42.656696)
End: Romeo Plank Road (-82.958996, 42.700872)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 84 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 44m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 18m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 02m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 52m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 44m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 38m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.84 gal
6.96 L · about $6.94
Round trip
$13.88
3.68 gal · 13.92 L
Estimated CO2
16.4 kg one way
Round trip: 32.7 kg / 72 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $6.94 $13.88
Mid-grade $4.25 $7.83 $15.65
Premium $4.65 $8.56 $17.13
Diesel $5.30 $9.76 $19.52

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Hartland and Macomb. The current time is 03:55:35.

Distance to Other Cities

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