How far is Waterford, MI from Macomb, MI?
The driving distance from Waterford, MI to Macomb, MI is about 33.4 miles (53.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 23 miles (37 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 29m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
A city in Oakland County, Michigan.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Waterford and Macomb.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waterford and Macomb.
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Start on David K Drive
1626 ft · 1 min · David K Drive
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Williams Lake Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Williams Lake Road
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Turn right onto Dixie Highway
3.6 mi · 6 min · Dixie Highway
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Continue on Cesar E. Chavez Avenue
2.2 mi · 4 min · Cesar E. Chavez Avenue
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Continue on Oakland Avenue
998 ft · 23 sec · Oakland Avenue
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Turn straight onto North Saginaw Street
697 ft · 24 sec · North Saginaw Street
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Turn left onto East Huron Street
15 mi · 18 min · East Huron Street
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Take the exit left toward M 53 North: Imlay City
1983 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left onto Christopher Columbus Freeway
2.4 mi · 3 min · Christopher Columbus Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward 23 Mile Road East
1830 ft · 49 sec
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Turn right onto 23 Mile Road
2.8 mi · 5 min · 23 Mile Road
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Turn left onto Garfield Road
2 mi · 3 min · Garfield Road
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Enter the roundabout toward the route
55 m · 5 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Waterford and Macomb.
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.
East Huron Street
Turn left onto East Huron Street
15 mi · 00h 18m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Waterford and Mostly Sunny near Macomb.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Waterford to Macomb?
The road trip is about 33.4 miles (53.7 km) and usually takes 00h 44m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Rochester Hills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.3 miles from Waterford and 18.1 miles from Macomb.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23 miles (37 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.4 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.45 one way or $8.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Waterford and Mostly Sunny near Macomb.
Stop Ideas Near Rochester Hills
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City of Ferndale City Hall
Rochester Municipal Complex
City of Madison Heights
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Rochester Hills.
Pontiac Transportation Center
Troy Transit Center
Birmingham, Michigan
Royal Oak station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Waterford and Macomb. Straight-line distance: 23 mi (37.01 km).
#1 Waterford
Charter township in Oakland county, Michigan
| Population | 75,737 |
| Coordinates | 42.6930300, -83.4118100 |
| Altitude | 294 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Macomb
A city in Macomb County, Michigan.
| Population | 92,131 |
| Coordinates | 42.7008700, -82.9590900 |
| Altitude | 191 |
| Country | United States |
End: Romeo Plank Road (-82.958996, 42.700872)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 54 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
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 | $3.77 | $4.45 | $8.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.02 | $10.04 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.49 | $10.98 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.26 | $12.52 |
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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