Connecting Blissfield to Clinton Township, this 91.5-mile journey is a straightforward trek across Michigan. You can expect to spend about two hours behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of approximately $14, the route is both efficient and budget-friendly for those traveling across the Midwest. Since the entire drive stays within Michigan, you won't need to worry about regional transitions or time zone changes. It is a practical, no-nonsense path that gets you from point A to point B without requiring an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.7 miles from Blissfield, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 59m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
28.9 mi
30m
Edsel Ford Freeway
17.1 mi
22m
Fisher Freeway
12.8 mi
14m
East Adrian Street
9.5 mi
13m
Samaria Road
5.5 mi
9m
Gratiot Avenue
3.2 mi
5m
Saint Anthony Road
3.1 mi
4m
Luna Pier Road
2.1 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 28.9 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blissfield, MI and Clinton Township, MI.
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Start on US 223
9.5 mi·13 min·East Adrian Street
2
Enter roundabout onto US 223
257 ft·3 sec·US 223
3
Continue on US 223
0.1 mi·11 sec·US 223
4
Enter roundabout onto Saint Anthony Road
244 ft·3 sec·Saint Anthony Road
5
Continue on Saint Anthony Road
3.0 mi·4 min·Saint Anthony Road
6
At end of road, turn left onto Secor Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Secor Road
7
Turn right onto Samaria Road
5.5 mi·9 min·Samaria Road
8
Continue on Lakeside Road
1.7 mi·2 min·Lakeside Road
9
Continue on Luna Pier Road
2.1 mi·3 min·Luna Pier Road
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·39 sec
Toward I 75 North: Detroit
11
Merge onto I 75
29 mi·30 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 75
11 mi·12 min·Fisher Freeway
Toward I 75Use the straight / slight left lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
1.7 mi·2 min·Fisher Freeway
14
Take the exit
0.6 mi·47 sec
Exit 48Toward I 96 West: Lansing, Michigan AvenueUse the slight left lane.
15
Continue on I 96
1.5 mi·2 min·Jeffries Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 190AToward I 94 West, I 94 East: Chicago, Port HuronUse the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward I 94 East: Port HuronUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto I 94
17 mi·22 min·Edsel Ford Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 231Toward M 3Use the slight left lane.
20
Turn straight onto M 3
3.2 mi·5 min·Gratiot Avenue
21
Turn right onto Metropolitan Parkway
385 ft·6 sec·Metropolitan Parkway
Use the right lane.
22
Continue on Metropolitan Parkway
1.2 mi·2 min·Metropolitan Parkway
Use the left lane.
23
Turn sharp right onto M 97
1.4 mi·2 min·South Groesbeck Highway
Use the right lane.
24
Turn left onto Harrington Street
0.6 mi·1 min·Harrington Street
Use the left lane.
25
At end of road, turn left onto Moravian Drive
0.1 mi·17 sec·Moravian Drive
Use the left lane.
26
Turn right onto White Oaks Drive
0.2 mi·52 sec·White Oaks Drive
27
Turn right onto Red Oaks Drive
289 ft·12 sec·Red Oaks Drive
28
Arrive at destination
Red Oaks Drive
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short two-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure schedule. However, keep in mind that the heavy reliance on freeways means you should monitor traffic reports for the Edsel Ford and Fisher Freeways, which can experience congestion. Since the drive is short, you likely won't need to plan for formal stops, but keeping $14 set aside for fuel remains a smart budget move. If you prefer a relaxed pace, consider leaving mid-morning to avoid the peak rush hour intensity common on these major Michigan routes. Take advantage of the quick travel time to maximize your afternoon once you arrive in Clinton Township.
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 45.7 miles from Blissfield, MI, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.9 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 45.7 miles or 59m 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 34m
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 Blissfield, 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 Blissfield, MI
This is one driving day of about 91.5 miles and 2h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Blissfield, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 28.9 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 20
5 decision points cluster between mile 64.5 and 89.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
64.5 mi into trip|~1h 20m in
Take the exit toward I 96 West: Lansing, Michigan Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 48
Toward I 96 West: Lansing, Michigan Avenue
8
66.6 mi into trip|~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward I 94 West, I 94 East: Chicago, Port Huron
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 190A
Toward I 94 West, I 94 East: Chicago, Port Huro...
8
66.8 mi into trip|~1h 23m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 94 East: Port Huron
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 94 East: Port Huron
7
84.1 mi into trip|~1h 46m 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
89.1 mi into trip|~1h 55m 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.30 one way
$28.61 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$15.71
$31.41
premium
$4.89
$17.61
$35.22
diesel
$5.61
$20.20
$40.40
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 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
27.5
0
$9.61
$4.39
Efficient EV
22.9
0
$8.01
$3.66
EV Truck/SUV
36.6
0
$12.81
$5.86
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 17, 2026
Origin
Blissfield, MI
Late night
in Blissfield on Sunday
Local time
12:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Clinton Township, MI
Late night
in Clinton Township on Sunday
Local time
12:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Partly Sunny
ESE 2 to 8 mph0% chanceLive forecast
49°F
Lincoln Park, MI
46 mi in
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
17 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 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 67% of your time will be spent cruising on major thoroughfares. You will navigate a combination of I-75, the Edsel Ford Freeway, and the Fisher Freeway to reach your destination. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 28.9 miles on I-75, providing a consistent pace for most of the trip. While the route lacks the winding character of rural backroads, the reliance on major freeways ensures a direct and predictable drive. Staying alert is key as you transition between these high-speed segments.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.9 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Edsel Ford Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 64.5 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 91.5 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 64.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 66.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 66.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Blissfield, MI and Clinton Township, MI, road signs point toward Port Huron and M 3.
Port Huron
66.6 mi in|~1h 23m
M 3
84.1 mi in|~1h 46m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h. Total distance: 91.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.9 miles on I 75. 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 64.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 66.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 66.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
