How far is Macomb, MI from Grosse Pointe Farms, MI?
The driving distance from Macomb, MI to Grosse Pointe Farms, MI is about 22.7 miles (36.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 20.4 miles (32.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 18m 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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City in Macomb County, Michigan, USA
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Macomb and Grosse Pointe Farms.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Macomb and Grosse Pointe Farms.
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Start on the route
32 m · 3 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto Garfield Road
11.6 mi · 20 min · Garfield Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Utica Road
1.8 mi · 4 min · Utica Road
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Turn left onto East 12 Mile Road
1.4 km · 2 min · East 12 Mile Road
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Take the ramp right toward I 94: Detroit, Port Huron
1289 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left onto Edsel Ford Freeway
5.8 mi · 7 min · Edsel Ford Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Moross Road
896 ft · 22 sec
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Continue on Edsel Ford Service Drive
128 m · 21 sec · Edsel Ford Service Drive
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Turn left onto Moross Road
2.2 mi · 5 min · Moross Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Moross Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Macomb and Grosse Pointe Farms.
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.
Garfield Road
Exit the roundabout onto Garfield Road
11.6 mi · 00h 20m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Chance Snow Showers leaving Macomb and Slight Chance Snow Showers near Grosse Pointe Farms.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Macomb to Grosse Pointe Farms?
The road trip is about 22.7 miles (36.6 km) and usually takes 00h 39m 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?
Fraser is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.4 miles from Macomb and 11.4 miles from Grosse Pointe Farms.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 20.4 miles (32.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.3 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 7:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.02 one way or $6.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Macomb and Slight Chance Snow Showers near Grosse Pointe Farms.
Stop Ideas Near Fraser
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Macomb and Grosse Pointe Farms. Straight-line distance: 20.44 mi (32.9 km).
#1 Macomb
A city in Macomb County, Michigan.
| Population | 92,131 |
| Coordinates | 42.7008700, -82.9590900 |
| Altitude | 191 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Grosse Pointe Farms
Town in Michigan
| Population | 9,052 |
| Coordinates | 42.4092000, -82.8918600 |
| Altitude | 186 |
| Country | United States |
End: Grosse Pointe Farms (-82.89186, 42.4092)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 37 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 17m |
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 | $3.02 | $6.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.40 | $6.80 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $3.72 | $7.45 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.24 | $8.49 |
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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