How far is Macomb, MI from Akron, MI?

The driving distance from Macomb, MI to Akron, MI is about 84.8 miles (136.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 53m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 66.1 miles (106.4 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 46m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
84.76 mi
01h 53m
Flight
66.13 mi
106.43 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
66.13 mi
Kilometers
106.43 km
Flight Time
00h 07m

Driving Distance

Road route
84.76 mi
Kilometers
136.4 km
Drive Time
01h 53m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 53m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Akron
Tue, Apr 14, 11:39 PM EDT
Return by in Macomb
Wed, Apr 15, 1:33 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Macomb
2026-04-14T21:46
Arrive Akron
Tue, Apr 14, 11:39 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 53m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:53 AM to 11:53 AM EDT

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

Leave by
2:44 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Macomb
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
Burnside
MI

Township in Lapeer County, Michigan

From Macomb
42.4 mi
00h 56m
To Akron
42.4 mi
00h 56m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
77°F
Tuesday

Light Rain Likely

Starts
Tue, Apr 14 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
9 to 14 mph SW
Destination
74°F
Tuesday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Tue, Apr 14 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
14 to 18 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    92 m · 8 sec

  2. 2

    Exit the roundabout onto Romeo Plank Road

    7.2 mi · 10 min · Romeo Plank Road

  3. 3

    Turn left onto 32 Mile Road

    2 mi · 3 min · 32 Mile Road

  4. 4

    Turn right

    9.3 mi · 14 min

  5. 5

    Turn left onto North Van Dyke Road

    5.6 mi · 8 min · North Van Dyke Road

  6. 6

    Continue on South Cedar Street

    1.6 mi · 3 min · South Cedar Street

  7. 7

    Continue on North Cedar Street

    3244 ft · 1 min · North Cedar Street

  8. 8

    Continue on North Van Dyke Road

    19.7 mi · 25 min · North Van Dyke Road

  9. 9

    Continue on Main Street

    1.5 mi · 2 min · Main Street

  10. 10

    Continue on South Van Dyke Road

    5.2 mi · 6 min · South Van Dyke Road

  11. 11

    Turn left onto Sanilac Road

    4.5 mi · 5 min · Sanilac Road

  12. 12

    Continue on State Street

    1 mi · 1 min · State Street

  13. 13

    Continue on East Sanilac Road

    9.5 mi · 11 min · East Sanilac Road

  14. 14

    Turn right onto Mertz Road

    5.5 mi · 8 min · Mertz Road

  15. 15

    Continue on Ellington Street

    2434 ft · 43 sec · Ellington Street

  16. 16

    Continue on Cleaver Road

    1.3 mi · 2 min · Cleaver Road

  17. 17

    Continue on Biebel Road

    3.8 mi · 5 min · Biebel Road

  18. 18

    Continue on Unionville Road

    3.4 mi · 5 min · Unionville Road

  19. 19

    Turn left onto Akron Road

    2 mi · 3 min · Akron Road

  20. 20

    Continue on Beach Street

    2654 ft · 47 sec · Beach Street

  21. 21

    Turn right onto Main Street

    625 ft · 27 sec · Main Street

  22. 22

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Main Street

Car Route Details

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

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
22 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
0 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
25.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
North Van Dyke Road
25.3 mi · 30%
East Sanilac Road
9.47 mi · 11%
Romeo Plank Road
7.2 mi · 8%
Mertz Road
5.52 mi · 7%
South Van Dyke Road
5.25 mi · 6%
Sanilac Road
4.46 mi · 5%
Longest Stretch

North Van Dyke Road

Continue on North Van Dyke Road

19.7 mi · 00h 25m

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 53m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 46m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+18.7 mi
66.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Burnside
00h 56m from Macomb
Leave By
2:44 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Light Rain Likely leaving Macomb and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Akron.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Macomb to Akron?

The road trip is about 84.8 miles (136.4 km) and usually takes 01h 53m 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?

Burnside is a useful midpoint, sitting about 42.4 miles from Macomb and 42.4 miles from Akron.

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

The direct path is about 66.1 miles (106.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.7 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:44 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.28 one way or $22.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 26.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Macomb and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Akron.

Stop Ideas Near Burnside

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

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Burnside, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

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

RAIL

Lapeer station

26 mi away
73 Howard St.
RAIL

Flint station

52 mi away
1407 South Dort Highway
RAIL

Port Huron

59 mi away
2223 16th Street
RAIL

Pontiac Transportation Center

66 mi away
51000 Woodward Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Macomb and Akron. Straight-line distance: 66.13 mi (106.43 km).

Macomb

#1 Macomb

A city in Macomb County, Michigan.

Population92,131
Coordinates42.7008700, -82.9590900
Altitude191
CountryUnited States
Akron

#2 Akron

Village in Tuscola County, Michigan, United States

Population373
Coordinates43.5680800, -83.5141300
Altitude195
CountryUnited States
Start: Macomb (-82.95909, 42.70087)
End: Akron (-83.51413, 43.56808)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 136 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 49m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 07m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 41m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 24m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 12m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 03m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.99 gal
11.32 L · about $11.28
Round trip
$22.55
5.98 gal · 22.64 L
Estimated CO2
26.6 kg one way
Round trip: 53.1 kg / 117 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $11.28 $22.55
Mid-grade $4.25 $12.72 $25.43
Premium $4.65 $13.92 $27.83
Diesel $5.30 $15.86 $31.72

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 Macomb and Akron. The current time is 21:46:45.

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.