If you are planning a trip from Adrian to Clinton Township, you are looking at a 92.5-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 4 minutes to complete. Because this route is entirely contained within the Midwest, you can easily manage the drive in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $14 on fuel, making it an affordable excursion for a weekend or a quick getaway. The route is heavily highway-focused, prioritizing efficiency over scenic detours. Given the straightforward nature of the drive, it is an ideal choice for travelers who prefer a direct path between these two Michigan locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.3 miles from Adrian, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 5m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 94
50.7 mi
59m
US 12
19.9 mi
29m
North Adrian Highway
6.7 mi
9m
State Highway 52
4.8 mi
6m
Gratiot Avenue
3.2 mi
5m
South Groesbeck Highway
1.4 mi
2m
Metropolitan Parkway
1.2 mi
2m
South Main Street
1.2 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 50.7 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Adrian, MI and Clinton Township, MI.
1
Start on M 52
52 ft·6 sec·East Church Street
2
Turn right onto South Main Street
1.2 mi·2 min·South Main Street
3
Continue on State Highway 52
0.5 mi·51 sec·State Highway 52
4
Continue on M 52
6.7 mi·9 min·North Adrian Highway
5
Continue on M 52
4.3 mi·5 min·State Highway 52
6
Turn right onto US 12
20 mi·29 min·US 12
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
8
Merge onto US 23
0.9 mi·57 sec·US 23
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward I 94: Detroit, Chicago
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·35 sec
Toward I 94 BL East: Detroit, AirportsUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 94
51 mi·59 min·I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 231Toward M 3Use the slight left lane.
13
Turn straight onto M 3
3.2 mi·5 min·Gratiot Avenue
14
Turn right onto Metropolitan Parkway
385 ft·6 sec·Metropolitan Parkway
Use the right lane.
15
Continue on Metropolitan Parkway
1.2 mi·2 min·Metropolitan Parkway
Use the left lane.
16
Turn sharp right onto M 97
1.4 mi·2 min·South Groesbeck Highway
Use the right lane.
17
Turn left onto Harrington Street
0.6 mi·1 min·Harrington Street
Use the left lane.
18
At end of road, turn left onto Moravian Drive
0.1 mi·17 sec·Moravian Drive
Use the left lane.
19
Turn right onto White Oaks Drive
0.2 mi·52 sec·White Oaks Drive
20
Turn right onto Red Oaks Drive
289 ft·12 sec·Red Oaks Drive
21
Arrive at destination
Red Oaks Drive
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours is always a smart move. You won't need to plan for any mandatory stops since the 2-hour duration is manageable for most drivers. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto I-94 to ensure you don't have to navigate off the highway for a refill during that long 50.7-mile stretch. Since the route is so direct, use the time saved by not needing an overnight stay to focus on navigating the transition between North Adrian Highway and the larger interstate system. This straightforward path allows you to reach Clinton Township with minimal stress and simple logistics.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 46.3 miles from Adrian, MI, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.7 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 20 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.3 miles or 1h 5m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clinton Township, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Adrian, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Adrian, MI
This is one driving day of about 92.5 miles and 2h 4m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Adrian, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 50.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 12.7 and 92.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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12.7 mi into trip|~19m in|US 12
Turn right onto US 12
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
33.9 mi into trip|~50m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 94 BL East: Detroit, Airports
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 94 BL East: Detroit, Airports
7
85.1 mi into trip|~1h 51m in
Take the exit toward M 3
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 231
Toward M 3
7
90.1 mi into trip|~2h in|M 97 / South Groesbeck Highway
Turn sharp right onto M 97 / South Groesbeck Highway
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
92.1 mi into trip|~2h 3m in|Moravian Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Moravian Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.46 one way
$28.92 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$15.88
$31.76
premium
$4.89
$17.80
$35.60
diesel
$5.61
$20.42
$40.85
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
27.8
0
$9.71
$4.44
Efficient EV
23.1
0
$8.09
$3.70
EV Truck/SUV
37
0
$12.95
$5.92
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 13, 2026
Origin
Adrian, MI
Late night
in Adrian on Sunday
Local time
1:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Rain Showers
SW 16 mph75% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 10:43PM EDT until April 14 at 12:10AM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 10:43PM EDT until April 15 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Destination
Clinton Township, MI
Late night
in Clinton Township on Sunday
Local time
1:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Mostly Cloudy then Rain Showers
SW 15 mph77% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 10:43PM EDT until April 14 at 12:10AM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 12 at 10:43PM EDT until April 15 at 2:00AM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 4m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You will spend 84% of your time on highways, giving this route a distinct interstate-focused personality. The journey relies on a combination of North Adrian Highway, US 12, and I-94 to move you toward your destination. A significant portion of the trip involves a 50.7-mile stretch on I-94, which serves as the backbone of your drive. While the local roads provide a transition out of Adrian, the experience shifts quickly to a steady, high-speed pace once you merge onto the main highway system. Expect a consistent, efficient ride that keeps you moving steadily toward Clinton Township.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 50.7 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and US 12. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 12.7 miles in near US 12.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 92.5 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 12.7 miles (US 12): Lane positioning matters here; at 33.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 85.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
884 ft575 ft
Total Climb
257 ft
Total Descent
424 ft
Highest Point
884 ft
~19.8 mi in
Elevation Range
309 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Adrian, MI and Clinton Township, MI, road signs point toward Chicago, Airports and M 3.
Chicago
33.7 mi in|~50m
Airports
33.9 mi in|~50m
M 3
85.1 mi in|~1h 51m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 4m. Total distance: 92.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 50.7 miles on I 94. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Clinton Township, MI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 12.7 miles (US 12): Lane positioning matters here; at 33.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 85.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Clinton Township, MI before heading back.
