How far is Macomb, MI from Clawson, MI?

The estimated driving distance from Macomb, MI to Clawson, MI is about 21.7 miles (35 km), with a travel time of about 00h 33m by car.

  • This page is using an estimated road distance while the full route geometry is refreshed.
  • The straight-line flight distance is about 15 miles (24.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 06m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
Road route is being refreshed. This page currently uses an estimated driving distance until a routing provider returns the full road geometry.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
21.73 mi
00h 33m · estimated
Flight
14.99 mi
24.12 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
14.99 mi
Kilometers
24.12 km
Flight Time
00h 01m

Driving Distance

Estimated road route
21.73 mi
Estimated
Kilometers
34.97 km
Drive Time
00h 33m

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Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Clawson
Sat, Apr 11, 1:22 AM EDT
Return by in Macomb
Sat, Apr 11, 1:56 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Macomb
2026-04-11T00:49
Arrive Clawson
Sat, Apr 11, 1:22 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 33m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:33 AM to 7:33 PM EDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:24 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Macomb
10:00 PM EDT
Flexible departure

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
Utica
MI

City in Michigan, United States

From Macomb
7.5 mi
00h 16m
To Clawson
14.2 mi
00h 16m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
54°F
Saturday

Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 11 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 mph ENE
Destination
55°F
Saturday

Sunny

Starts
Sat, Apr 11 2:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 6 mph ENE

Driving Route Map

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

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Route Summary

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

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 33m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 06m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+6.7 mi
15 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Utica
00h 16m from Macomb
Leave By
7:24 PM EDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Macomb and Sunny near Clawson.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 21.7 miles (35 km) and usually takes 00h 33m 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?

Utica is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.5 miles from Macomb and 14.2 miles from Clawson.

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

The direct path is about 15 miles (24.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.7 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 7:24 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.90 one way or $5.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Macomb and Sunny near Clawson.

Stop Ideas Near Utica

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 Utica and the surrounding midpoint area.
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Scenic stop 11.6 mi away

City of Ferndale City Hall

Ferndale , MI
300 E 9 Mile Rd, Ferndale, MI 48220
Rating 1.0/5 1 reviews Parking lot
Stop photo coming soon
Meeting point 7.2 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 Utica.

RAIL

Birmingham, Michigan

16 mi away
449 South Eton St.
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Troy Transit Center

16 mi away
1201 Doyle Drive
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Royal Oak station

18 mi away
202 South Sherman Ave.
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Pontiac Transportation Center

21 mi away
51000 Woodward Avenue

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Macomb and Clawson. Straight-line distance: 14.99 mi (24.12 km).

Macomb

#1 Macomb

A city in Macomb County, Michigan.

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

#2 Clawson

City in Oakland County in the U.

Population11,731
Coordinates42.5333700, -83.1463200
Altitude202
CountryUnited States
Start: Macomb (-82.95909, 42.70087)
End: Clawson (-83.14632, 42.53337)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 35 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 43m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 32m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 26m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 21m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 18m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 16m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.77 gal
2.9 L · about $2.90
Round trip
$5.81
1.54 gal · 5.8 L
Estimated CO2
6.8 kg one way
Round trip: 13.7 kg / 30 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $2.90 $5.81
Mid-grade $4.25 $3.27 $6.55
Premium $4.65 $3.58 $7.17
Diesel $5.30 $4.08 $8.17

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 11, 2026

There is no time difference between Macomb and Clawson. The current time is 00:49:26.

Distance to Other Cities

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