How far is Macomb, MI from Newark, MI?

The driving distance from Macomb, MI to Newark, MI is about 43.4 miles (69.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 02m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 35.5 miles (57.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 05m 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
43.34 mi
01h 02m
Flight
35.52 mi
57.17 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
35.52 mi
Kilometers
57.17 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
43.34 mi
Kilometers
69.75 km
Drive Time
01h 02m

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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 02m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Newark
Sun, Apr 19, 4:49 AM EDT
Return by in Macomb
Sun, Apr 19, 5:52 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Macomb
2026-04-19T03:46
Arrive Newark
Sun, Apr 19, 4:49 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 02m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:03 AM to 11:03 AM EDT

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

Leave by
4:24 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
Lake Angelus
MI

City in Oakland County, Michigan

From Macomb
21.6 mi
00h 31m
To Newark
21.7 mi
00h 31m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
49°F
Sunday

Chance Snow Showers

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 to 16 mph W
Destination
44°F
Sunday

Slight Chance Snow Showers

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 to 16 mph W

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    9 m · 1 sec

  2. 2

    Exit the roundabout onto 25 Mile Road

    1.4 km · 1 min · 25 Mile Road

  3. 3

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward 25 Mile Road

    44 m · 4 sec · 25 Mile Road

  4. 4

    Exit the roundabout onto 25 Mile Road

    6 mi · 10 min · 25 Mile Road

  5. 5

    Continue on Runyon Road

    1.4 km · 2 min · Runyon Road

  6. 6

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Tienken Road

    57 m · 4 sec · East Tienken Road

  7. 7

    Exit the roundabout onto East Tienken Road

    3156 ft · 1 min · East Tienken Road

  8. 8

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Tienken Road

    41 m · 5 sec · East Tienken Road

  9. 9

    Exit the roundabout onto East Tienken Road

    1.6 mi · 3 min · East Tienken Road

  10. 10

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West Tienken Road

    44 m · 3 sec · West Tienken Road

  11. 11

    Exit the roundabout onto West Tienken Road

    2.1 mi · 4 min · West Tienken Road

  12. 12

    Turn right onto North Adams Road

    1.1 mi · 2 min · North Adams Road

  13. 13

    Turn left onto Dutton Road

    2.4 mi · 4 min · Dutton Road

  14. 14

    Continue on Brown Road

    1.3 mi · 2 min · Brown Road

  15. 15

    Continue on Brown Road

    1.4 km · 1 min · Brown Road

  16. 16

    Turn slight left

    628 ft · 34 sec

  17. 17

    Turn straight onto Joslyn Road

    1125 ft · 28 sec · Joslyn Road

  18. 18

    Take the ramp right toward I 75 North

    1650 ft · 40 sec

  19. 19

    Merge slight left

    17.4 mi · 19 min

  20. 20

    Take the exit slight right toward Grange Hall Road

    1705 ft · 48 sec

  21. 21

    Turn left onto Grange Hall Road

    3.3 mi · 5 min · Grange Hall Road

  22. 22

    Turn right onto North Holly Road

    3.7 mi · 6 min · North Holly Road

  23. 23

    Turn right onto Belford Road

    1314 ft · 58 sec · Belford Road

  24. 24

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Belford Road

Car Route Details

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

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
24 steps
16 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
12
1 merges, 11 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
55.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 75 North
17.7 mi · 41%
25 Mile Road
6.93 mi · 16%
North Holly Road
3.75 mi · 9%
Grange Hall Road
3.62 mi · 8%
Dutton Road
2.4 mi · 6%
East Tienken Road
2.21 mi · 5%
Longest Stretch

I 75 North

Merge slight left

17.4 mi · 00h 19m

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 02m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 06m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+7.9 mi
35.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Lake Angelus
00h 31m from Macomb
Leave By
4:24 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Snow Showers leaving Macomb and Slight Chance Snow Showers near Newark.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 43.4 miles (69.8 km) and usually takes 01h 02m 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?

Lake Angelus is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.6 miles from Macomb and 21.7 miles from Newark.

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

The direct path is about 35.5 miles (57.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.9 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 4:24 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.77 one way or $11.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Macomb and Slight Chance Snow Showers near Newark.

Stop Ideas Near Lake Angelus

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 Lake Angelus and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 11 mi away

Rochester Municipal Complex

Rochester , MI
400 6th St, Rochester, MI 48307
City Hall,Emergency services,School,University
City of Pontiac
Meeting point 6.6 mi away

City of Pontiac

Pontiac , MI
47450 Woodward Ave, Pontiac, MI 48342
Rating 3.3/5 32 reviews City government office,City administration,City clerk's office,Department of finance,Public works department

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lake Angelus.

RAIL

Pontiac Transportation Center

7 mi away
51000 Woodward Avenue
RAIL

Birmingham, Michigan

20 mi away
449 South Eton St.
RAIL

Troy Transit Center

20 mi away
1201 Doyle Drive
RAIL

Royal Oak station

27 mi away
202 South Sherman Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Macomb and Newark. Straight-line distance: 35.52 mi (57.17 km).

Macomb

#1 Macomb

A city in Macomb County, Michigan.

Population92,131
Coordinates42.7008700, -82.9590900
Altitude191
CountryUnited States
Photo coming soon

#2 Newark

Township in Gratiot County, Michigan

Population1,040
Coordinates42.8600300, -83.6252300
Altitude284
CountryUnited States
Start: Macomb (-82.95909, 42.70087)
End: Newark (-83.62523, 42.86003)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 70 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 26m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 05m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 52m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 43m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 37m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 32m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.53 gal
5.79 L · about $5.77
Round trip
$11.54
3.06 gal · 11.58 L
Estimated CO2
13.6 kg one way
Round trip: 27.2 kg / 60 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $5.77 $11.54
Mid-grade $4.25 $6.51 $13.01
Premium $4.65 $7.12 $14.24
Diesel $5.30 $8.12 $16.23

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 19, 2026

There is no time difference between Macomb and Newark. The current time is 03:46:35.

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.