How far is Royal Oak, MI from Newark, MI?
The driving distance from Royal Oak, MI to Newark, MI is about 47.7 miles (76.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.4 miles (56.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 55m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 57m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Oakland County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Widespread Fog then Mostly Sunny
Widespread Fog then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Royal Oak and Newark.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Royal Oak and Newark.
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Start on the route
38 m · 11 sec
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Turn right onto West 11 Mile Road
1.5 mi · 4 min · West 11 Mile Road
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Turn left onto Stephenson Highway
934 ft · 23 sec · Stephenson Highway
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 75 North
882 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left onto North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
38.2 mi · 41 min · North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Grange Hall Road
1705 ft · 48 sec
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Turn left onto Grange Hall Road
3.3 mi · 5 min · Grange Hall Road
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Turn right onto North Holly Road
3.7 mi · 6 min · North Holly Road
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Turn right onto Belford Road
1314 ft · 58 sec · Belford Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Belford Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Royal Oak and Newark.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
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.
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.
Widespread Fog then Mostly Sunny leaving Royal Oak and Widespread Fog then Mostly Sunny near Newark.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Royal Oak to Newark?
The road trip is about 47.7 miles (76.7 km) and usually takes 00h 57m 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 23.8 miles from Royal Oak and 23.9 miles from Newark.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.4 miles (56.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.45 one way or $14.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Widespread Fog then Mostly Sunny around Royal Oak and Widespread Fog then Mostly Sunny near Newark.
Stop Ideas Near Lake Angelus
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Rochester Municipal Complex
City of Pontiac
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lake Angelus.
Pontiac Transportation Center
Birmingham, Michigan
Troy Transit Center
Royal Oak station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Royal Oak and Newark. Straight-line distance: 35.37 mi (56.93 km).
#1 Royal Oak
The most populous city in Oakland County, Michigan.
| Population | 58,963 |
| Coordinates | 42.4894800, -83.1446500 |
| Altitude | 202 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Newark
Township in Gratiot County, Michigan
| Population | 1,040 |
| Coordinates | 42.8600300, -83.6252300 |
| Altitude | 284 |
| Country | United States |
End: Newark (-83.62523, 42.86003)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 77 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 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.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.44 | $7.45 | $14.90 |
| Mid-grade | $5.06 | $8.50 | $17.00 |
| Premium | $5.68 | $9.53 | $19.07 |
| Diesel | $6.41 | $10.77 | $21.55 |
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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