How far is Leslie, MI from Macomb, MI?
The driving distance from Leslie, MI to Macomb, MI is about 129.9 miles (209.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 76.9 miles (123.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 08m 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 02h 04m.
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 Livingston County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Leslie and Macomb.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leslie and Macomb.
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Start on West Bellevue Street
2424 ft · 54 sec · West Bellevue Street
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Take the ramp left
1227 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
7.8 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Kipp Road
1556 ft · 41 sec
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Turn right onto West Kipp Road
1198 ft · 38 sec · West Kipp Road
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Turn left onto South Jefferson Street
1 mi · 2 min · South Jefferson Street
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Turn slight right onto Okemos Road
6.7 mi · 10 min · Okemos Road
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Take the ramp right
2625 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
23.1 mi · 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 96 Business, M 59: Howell, Pontiac
34.6 mi · 50 min
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Continue on West Huron Street
18.2 mi · 25 min · West Huron Street
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Take the exit left toward M 53 North: Imlay City
1983 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left onto Christopher Columbus Freeway
2.4 mi · 3 min · Christopher Columbus Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward 23 Mile Road East
1830 ft · 49 sec
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Turn right onto 23 Mile Road
2.8 mi · 5 min · 23 Mile Road
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Turn left onto Garfield Road
2 mi · 3 min · Garfield Road
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Enter the roundabout toward the route
55 m · 5 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 Leslie and Macomb.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 96 Business
Take the exit slight right toward I 96 Business, M 59: Howell, Pontiac
34.6 mi · 00h 50m
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 Leslie 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 Leslie to Macomb?
The road trip is about 129.9 miles (209.1 km) and usually takes 02h 04m 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?
Hartland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50.5 miles from Leslie and 79.5 miles from Macomb.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 76.9 miles (123.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 53 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 2:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.31 one way or $34.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 40.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Leslie and Mostly Sunny near Macomb.
Stop Ideas Near Hartland
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 Hartland.
Durand Union Station
Pontiac Transportation Center
Flint station
Ann Arbor station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Leslie and Macomb. Straight-line distance: 76.92 mi (123.79 km).
#1 Leslie
City in Michigan, USA
| Population | 2,415 |
| Coordinates | 42.4514300, -84.4324700 |
| Altitude | 285 |
| 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: 209 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 37m |
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 | $17.31 | $34.62 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $19.52 | $39.04 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $21.36 | $42.72 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $24.35 | $48.69 |
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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