How far is Madison Heights, MI from Newark, MI?

The driving distance from Madison Heights, MI to Newark, MI is about 47 miles (75.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 37 miles (59.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 52m 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
47.03 mi
00h 56m
Flight
36.96 mi
59.48 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
36.96 mi
Kilometers
59.48 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
47.03 mi
Kilometers
75.69 km
Drive Time
00h 56m

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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 56m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Newark
Thu, Apr 16, 12:03 AM EDT
Return by in Madison Heights
Thu, Apr 16, 12:59 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Madison Heights
2026-04-15T23:06
Arrive Newark
Thu, Apr 16, 12:03 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 56m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:56 AM to 10:56 AM EDT

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

Leave by
4:38 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Madison Heights
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 Madison Heights
23.5 mi
00h 28m
To Newark
23.5 mi
00h 28m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
75°F
Today

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 10:00 AM EDT
Wind
12 mph SW
Destination
71°F
This Afternoon

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 3:00 PM EDT
Wind
10 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Madison Heights and Newark.

  1. 1

    Start on West Cowan Avenue

    7 m · 6 sec · West Cowan Avenue

  2. 2

    Turn left onto John R Road

    1847 ft · 54 sec · John R Road

  3. 3

    Turn left onto West 11 Mile Road

    2846 ft · 1 min · West 11 Mile Road

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Stephenson Highway

    934 ft · 23 sec · Stephenson Highway

  5. 5

    Take the ramp slight left toward I 75 North

    882 ft · 22 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway

    38.2 mi · 41 min · North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward Grange Hall Road

    1705 ft · 48 sec

  8. 8

    Turn left onto Grange Hall Road

    3.3 mi · 5 min · Grange Hall Road

  9. 9

    Turn right onto North Holly Road

    3.7 mi · 6 min · North Holly Road

  10. 10

    Turn right onto Belford Road

    1314 ft · 58 sec · Belford Road

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Belford Road

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
11 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
23.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
38.2 mi · 81%
North Holly Road
3.75 mi · 8%
Grange Hall Road
3.62 mi · 8%
West 11 Mile Road
0.54 mi · 1%
John R Road
0.35 mi · 1%
Belford Road
0.25 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway

Merge slight left onto North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway

38.2 mi · 00h 41m

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
00h 56m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 52m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+10 mi
37 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Lake Angelus
00h 28m from Madison Heights
Leave By
4:38 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Madison Heights and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Newark.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Madison Heights to Newark?

The road trip is about 47 miles (75.7 km) and usually takes 00h 56m 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 23.5 miles from Madison Heights and 23.5 miles from Newark.

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

The direct path is about 37 miles (59.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 10 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 4:38 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.26 one way or $12.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Madison Heights and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely 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 9.4 mi away

Rochester Municipal Complex

Rochester , MI
400 6th St, Rochester, MI 48307
City Hall,Emergency services,School,University
City of Pontiac
Meeting point 5 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 Madison Heights and Newark. Straight-line distance: 36.96 mi (59.48 km).

Madison Heights

#1 Madison Heights

City in Oakland County, Michigan, USA

Population29,633
Coordinates42.4858700, -83.1052000
Altitude193
CountryUnited States
Photo coming soon

#2 Newark

Township in Gratiot County, Michigan

Population1,040
Coordinates42.8600300, -83.6252300
Altitude284
CountryUnited States
Start: Madison Heights (-83.1052, 42.48587)
End: Newark (-83.62523, 42.86003)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 76 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 34m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 10m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 56m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 47m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 40m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 35m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.66 gal
6.28 L · about $6.26
Round trip
$12.52
3.32 gal · 12.56 L
Estimated CO2
14.8 kg one way
Round trip: 29.5 kg / 65 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $6.26 $12.52
Mid-grade $4.25 $7.06 $14.12
Premium $4.65 $7.73 $15.45
Diesel $5.30 $8.80 $17.61

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 16, 2026

There is no time difference between Madison Heights and Newark. The current time is 23:06:47.

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.