How far is Macomb, MI from Carson City, MI?
The driving distance from Macomb, MI to Carson City, MI is about 120.5 miles (194 km), with a travel time of about 02h 41m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 101 miles (162.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 22m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 41m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Macomb and Carson City.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Macomb and Carson City.
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Start on the route
9 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto 25 Mile Road
1.4 km · 1 min · 25 Mile Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward 25 Mile Road
44 m · 4 sec · 25 Mile Road
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Exit the roundabout onto 25 Mile Road
6 mi · 10 min · 25 Mile Road
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Continue on Runyon Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Runyon Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Tienken Road
57 m · 4 sec · East Tienken Road
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Exit the roundabout onto East Tienken Road
3156 ft · 1 min · East Tienken Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Tienken Road
41 m · 5 sec · East Tienken Road
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Exit the roundabout onto East Tienken Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · East Tienken Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West Tienken Road
44 m · 3 sec · West Tienken Road
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Exit the roundabout onto West Tienken Road
2.1 mi · 4 min · West Tienken Road
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Turn right onto North Adams Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · North Adams Road
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Turn left onto Dutton Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · Dutton Road
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Continue on Brown Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Brown Road
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Continue on Brown Road
1.4 km · 1 min · Brown Road
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Turn slight left
628 ft · 34 sec
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Turn straight onto Joslyn Road
1125 ft · 28 sec · Joslyn Road
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Take the ramp right toward I 75 North
1650 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
27.2 mi · 29 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 75: Saginaw
19.3 mi · 21 min
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Take the exit slight right toward M 57: Montrose, Clio
1611 ft · 48 sec
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Turn left onto West Vienna Road
5.9 mi · 8 min · West Vienna Road
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Continue on East State Street
1.6 km · 2 min · East State Street
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Continue on Vienna Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Vienna Road
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Continue on Peet Road
9 mi · 12 min · Peet Road
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Continue on Peet Road
122 m · 8 sec · Peet Road
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Continue on South Main Street
1 km · 1 min · South Main Street
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Turn left onto East Broad Street
1.5 km · 3 min · East Broad Street
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Continue on West Broad Street
972 ft · 24 sec · West Broad Street
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Continue on Brady Street
2168 ft · 41 sec · Brady Street
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Continue on Brady Road
11.7 mi · 16 min · Brady Road
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Continue on East Cleveland Road
23.7 mi · 32 min · East Cleveland Road
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Continue on East Main Street
2601 ft · 1 min · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Macomb and Carson City.
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.
I 75 North
Merge slight left
27.2 mi · 00h 29m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Macomb and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Carson City.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Macomb to Carson City?
The road trip is about 120.5 miles (194 km) and usually takes 02h 41m 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?
Mount Morris is a useful midpoint, sitting about 60.1 miles from Macomb and 60.4 miles from Carson City.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 101 miles (162.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.5 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 1:08 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.03 one way or $32.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Macomb and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Carson City.
Stop Ideas Near Mount Morris
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 Mount Morris.
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Saginaw, MI
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Macomb and Carson City. Straight-line distance: 100.97 mi (162.49 km).
#1 Macomb
A city in Macomb County, Michigan.
| Population | 92,131 |
| Coordinates | 42.7008700, -82.9590900 |
| Altitude | 191 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Carson City
City in Michigan
| Population | 1,111 |
| Coordinates | 43.1769800, -84.8463900 |
| Altitude | 232 |
| Country | United States |
End: Carson City (-84.84639, 43.17698)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 194 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 30m |
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 | $16.03 | $32.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $18.08 | $36.15 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $19.78 | $39.56 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $22.54 | $45.08 |
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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