How far is Macomb, MI from Hartland, MI?

The driving distance from Macomb, MI to Hartland, MI is about 49.3 miles (79.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 15m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 40.5 miles (65.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 31m 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
49.32 mi
01h 15m
Flight
40.44 mi
65.08 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
40.44 mi
Kilometers
65.08 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
49.32 mi
Kilometers
79.37 km
Drive Time
01h 15m

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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 01h 15m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Hartland
Thu, Apr 23, 8:09 AM EDT
Return by in Macomb
Thu, Apr 23, 9:24 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Macomb
2026-04-23T06:53
Arrive Hartland
Thu, Apr 23, 8:09 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 15m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:16 AM to 11:16 AM EDT

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

Leave by
3:58 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
Pontiac
MI

The most populous city in Oakland County, Michigan.

From Macomb
24.6 mi
00h 37m
To Hartland
24.7 mi
00h 37m

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
76°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 to 12 mph S

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    32 m · 3 sec

  2. 2

    Exit the roundabout onto Garfield Road

    2 mi · 3 min · Garfield Road

  3. 3

    Turn right onto 23 Mile Road

    3 mi · 5 min · 23 Mile Road

  4. 4

    Take the ramp right toward M 53 South: Detroit

    1177 ft · 40 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left onto Christopher Columbus Freeway

    2.7 mi · 3 min · Christopher Columbus Freeway

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward M 59: Mount Clemens, Pontiac

    1778 ft · 47 sec

  7. 7

    Turn right onto Hall Road

    14.8 mi · 19 min · Hall Road

  8. 8

    At the end of the road, turn left onto North Saginaw Street

    80 m · 10 sec · North Saginaw Street

  9. 9

    Turn right onto West Huron Street

    1817 ft · 51 sec · West Huron Street

  10. 10

    Turn right onto State Street

    2930 ft · 1 min · State Street

  11. 11

    Continue on Elizabeth Lake Road

    2.2 mi · 5 min · Elizabeth Lake Road

  12. 12

    Turn right onto Highland Road

    21.1 mi · 31 min · Highland Road

  13. 13

    Turn right onto Hartland Road

    1927 ft · 1 min · Hartland Road

  14. 14

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Hartland Road

    32 m · 5 sec · Hartland Road

  15. 15

    Exit the roundabout onto Hartland Road

    1.2 mi · 4 min · Hartland Road

  16. 16

    Continue on Avon Street

    1071 ft · 36 sec · Avon Street

  17. 17

    Turn right onto Maple Street

    101 m · 17 sec · Maple Street

  18. 18

    Turn right onto Washington Street

    14 m · 2 sec · Washington Street

  19. 19

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Washington Street

Car Route Details

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

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
19 steps
12 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
1 merges, 5 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
38.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Highland Road
21.1 mi · 43%
Hall Road
14.8 mi · 30%
23 Mile Road
3.02 mi · 6%
Christopher Columbus Freeway
2.73 mi · 6%
Elizabeth Lake Road
2.21 mi · 4%
Garfield Road
2.02 mi · 4%
Longest Stretch

Highland Road

Turn right onto Highland Road

21.1 mi · 00h 31m

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 15m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 32m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+8.8 mi
40.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Pontiac
00h 37m from Macomb
Leave By
3:58 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Macomb and Mostly Sunny near Hartland.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 49.3 miles (79.4 km) and usually takes 01h 15m 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?

Pontiac is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.6 miles from Macomb and 24.7 miles from Hartland.

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

The direct path is about 40.5 miles (65.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.8 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 3:58 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.56 one way or $13.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Stop Ideas Near Pontiac

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 Pontiac and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 9.8 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 13.6 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 Pontiac.

RAIL

Pontiac Transportation Center

1 mi away
51000 Woodward Avenue
RAIL

Birmingham, Michigan

13 mi away
449 South Eton St.
RAIL

Troy Transit Center

13 mi away
1201 Doyle Drive
RAIL

Royal Oak station

20 mi away
202 South Sherman Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Macomb and Hartland. Straight-line distance: 40.44 mi (65.08 km).

Macomb

#1 Macomb

A city in Macomb County, Michigan.

Population92,131
Coordinates42.7008700, -82.9590900
Altitude191
CountryUnited States
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#2 Hartland

Township in Livingston County, Michigan

Population15,207
Coordinates42.6567000, -83.7530000
Altitude290
CountryUnited States
Start: Macomb (-82.95909, 42.70087)
End: Hartland (-83.753, 42.6567)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 79 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 38m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 13m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 59m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 49m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 42m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 36m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.74 gal
6.59 L · about $6.56
Round trip
$13.12
3.48 gal · 13.18 L
Estimated CO2
15.5 kg one way
Round trip: 30.9 kg / 68 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $6.56 $13.12
Mid-grade $4.25 $7.40 $14.80
Premium $4.65 $8.10 $16.20
Diesel $5.30 $9.23 $18.46

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 Hartland. The current time is 06:53:26.

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.