How far is Macomb, MI from Fraser, MI?

The driving distance from Macomb, MI to Fraser, MI is about 11.2 miles (18.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 18m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 11.2 miles (18 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 37m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
11.22 mi
00h 18m
Flight
11.18 mi
17.99 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
11.18 mi
Kilometers
17.99 km
Flight Time
00h 01m

Driving Distance

Road route
11.22 mi
Kilometers
18.05 km
Drive Time
00h 18m

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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 00h 18m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Fraser
Thu, Apr 23, 9:16 AM EDT
Return by in Macomb
Thu, Apr 23, 9:34 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Macomb
2026-04-23T08:57
Arrive Fraser
Thu, Apr 23, 9:16 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 18m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:19 AM to 7:19 PM EDT

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

Leave by
7:52 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Macomb
10:00 PM EDT
Flexible departure

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Clinton Township
MI

A city in Macomb County, Michigan.

From Macomb
5.6 mi
00h 09m
To Fraser
5.6 mi
00h 09m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
74°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 9 mph SSE
Destination
75°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

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

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    32 m · 3 sec

  2. 2

    Exit the roundabout onto Garfield Road

    11.2 mi · 19 min · Garfield Road

  3. 3

    Turn left

    30 m · 9 sec

  4. 4

    Turn right

    15 m · 4 sec

  5. 5

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
5 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
1
0 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
44.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Garfield Road
11.2 mi · 100%
Longest Stretch

Garfield Road

Exit the roundabout onto Garfield Road

11.2 mi · 00h 19m

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 18m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
00h 38m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+0 mi
11.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Clinton Township
00h 09m from Macomb
Leave By
7:52 PM EDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Macomb and Mostly Sunny near Fraser.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 11.2 miles (18.1 km) and usually takes 00h 18m 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?

Clinton Township is a useful midpoint, sitting about 5.6 miles from Macomb and 5.6 miles from Fraser.

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

The direct path is about 11.2 miles (18 km), while the road route adds roughly 0 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 7:52 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.51 one way or $3.02 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Stop Ideas Near Clinton Township

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 Clinton Township and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Scenic stop 14.3 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
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 10.5 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 Clinton Township.

RAIL

Royal Oak station

22 mi away
202 South Sherman Ave.
RAIL

Birmingham, Michigan

23 mi away
449 South Eton St.
RAIL

Troy Transit Center

23 mi away
1201 Doyle Drive
RAIL

Detroit

27 mi away
11 West Baltimore Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Macomb and Fraser. Straight-line distance: 11.18 mi (17.99 km).

Macomb

#1 Macomb

A city in Macomb County, Michigan.

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

#2 Fraser

City in Macomb County, Michigan, USA

Population14,331
Coordinates42.5392000, -82.9493700
Altitude186
CountryUnited States
Start: Macomb (-82.95909, 42.70087)
End: Fraser (-82.94937, 42.5392)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 18 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 22m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 16m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 13m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 11m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 09m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 08m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.4 gal
1.5 L · about $1.51
Round trip
$3.02
0.8 gal · 3 L
Estimated CO2
3.6 kg one way
Round trip: 7.1 kg / 16 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $1.51 $3.02
Mid-grade $4.25 $1.70 $3.40
Premium $4.65 $1.86 $3.72
Diesel $5.30 $2.12 $4.24

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 Macomb and Fraser. The current time is 08:57:10.

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.