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

The driving distance from Newark, MI to Madison Heights, MI is about 49.2 miles (79.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 37 miles (59.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 37m 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
49.13 mi
00h 48m
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
49.13 mi
Kilometers
79.06 km
Drive Time
00h 48m

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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 48m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Madison Heights
Sun, Apr 19, 2:55 AM EDT
Return by in Newark
Sun, Apr 19, 3:44 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Newark
2026-04-19T02:06
Arrive Madison Heights
Sun, Apr 19, 2:55 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 48m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:49 AM to 10:49 AM EDT

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

Leave by
4:52 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Newark
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 Newark
23.5 mi
00h 24m
To Madison Heights
25.6 mi
00h 24m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
44°F
Sunday

Slight Chance Snow Showers

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 to 16 mph W
Destination
49°F
Sunday

Chance Snow Showers then Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
13 to 17 mph W

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on Belford Road

    1314 ft · 1 min · Belford Road

  2. 2

    Turn left onto North Holly Road

    3.7 mi · 6 min · North Holly Road

  3. 3

    Turn left onto Grange Hall Road

    3.1 mi · 5 min · Grange Hall Road

  4. 4

    Take the ramp left toward I 75 South

    1182 ft · 40 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left onto I-75 South

    38.6 mi · 41 min · I-75 South

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward 11 Mile Road

    949 ft · 20 sec

  7. 7

    Turn straight onto North Stephenson Highway

    637 ft · 22 sec · North Stephenson Highway

  8. 8

    Turn left onto East 11 Mile Road

    3101 ft · 1 min · East 11 Mile Road

  9. 9

    Turn right onto John R Road

    1847 ft · 49 sec · John R Road

  10. 10

    Turn right onto West Cowan Avenue

    7 m · 1 sec · West Cowan Avenue

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · West Cowan Avenue

Car Route Details

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

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
22.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I-75 South
38.6 mi · 79%
North Holly Road
3.75 mi · 8%
Grange Hall Road
3.06 mi · 6%
East 11 Mile Road
0.59 mi · 1%
John R Road
0.35 mi · 1%
Belford Road
0.25 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

I-75 South

Merge slight left onto I-75 South

38.6 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 48m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 38m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+12.2 mi
37 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Lake Angelus
00h 24m from Newark
Leave By
4:52 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Slight Chance Snow Showers leaving Newark and Chance Snow Showers then Chance Rain Showers near Madison Heights.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 49.2 miles (79.1 km) and usually takes 00h 48m 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 Newark and 25.6 miles from Madison Heights.

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 12.2 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 4:52 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.52 one way or $13.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Snow Showers around Newark and Chance Snow Showers then Chance Rain Showers near Madison Heights.

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 Newark and Madison Heights. Straight-line distance: 36.96 mi (59.48 km).

Photo coming soon

#1 Newark

Township in Gratiot County, Michigan

Population1,040
Coordinates42.8600300, -83.6252300
Altitude284
CountryUnited States
Madison Heights

#2 Madison Heights

City in Oakland County, Michigan, USA

Population29,633
Coordinates42.4858700, -83.1052000
Altitude193
CountryUnited States
Start: Belford Road (-83.625225, 42.86012)
End: West Cowan Avenue (-83.105197, 42.485833)

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 58m
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
1.73 gal
6.56 L · about $6.52
Round trip
$13.05
3.46 gal · 13.12 L
Estimated CO2
15.4 kg one way
Round trip: 30.7 kg / 68 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $6.52 $13.05
Mid-grade $4.25 $7.36 $14.72
Premium $4.65 $8.05 $16.10
Diesel $5.30 $9.18 $18.35

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 Newark and Madison Heights. The current time is 02:06:52.

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.