Origin
Bridgewater, MI
Morning in Bridgewater on Tuesday
Local time
11:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bridgewater, MI to Clinton Township, MI
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 34m
Distance
72.1 mi
116 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 28m
★
6 AM
1h 35m
8 AM
1h 49m
10 AM
1h 40m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 41m
5 PM
1h 49m
8 PM
1h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bridgewater, MI
Aaron Burden
Clinton Township, MI
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Trip Overview
Bridgewater, MI to Clinton Township, MI is 72.1 miles and takes about 1 hour 34 minutes via I 94 and West Michigan Avenue, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This straightforward drive stays within Michigan, connecting two points in the Midwest region. Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience for this relatively short trip. It's a practical route for a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure and arrival times without feeling rushed. Consider this an efficient way to cover ground between these two locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
36 miles from Bridgewater, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 50.7 mi | 59m |
| West Michigan Avenue | 6.7 mi | 10m |
| Austin Road | 5.4 mi | 8m |
| Gratiot Avenue | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| South Groesbeck Highway | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Metropolitan Parkway | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| US 23 | 0.9 mi | <1m |
| Harrington Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 50.7 mi, about 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bridgewater, MI and Clinton Township, MI.
1
Start on Austin Road
5.4 mi
·
8 min
·
Austin Road
2
Turn left onto US 12
6.7 mi
·
10 min
·
West Michigan Avenue
Use the left lane.
3
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
4
Merge onto US 23
0.9 mi
·
57 sec
·
US 23
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 94: Detroit, Chicago
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 94 BL East: Detroit, Airports
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 94
51 mi
·
59 min
·
I 94
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 231
Toward M 3
Use the slight left lane.
9
Turn straight onto M 3
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Gratiot Avenue
10
Turn right onto Metropolitan Parkway
385 ft
·
6 sec
·
Metropolitan Parkway
Use the right lane.
11
Continue on Metropolitan Parkway
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Metropolitan Parkway
Use the left lane.
12
Turn sharp right onto M 97
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Groesbeck Highway
Use the right lane.
13
Turn left onto Harrington Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Harrington Street
Use the left lane.
14
At end of road, turn left onto Moravian Drive
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Moravian Drive
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto White Oaks Drive
0.2 mi
·
52 sec
·
White Oaks Drive
16
Turn right onto Red Oaks Drive
289 ft
·
12 sec
·
Red Oaks Drive
17
Arrive at destination
Red Oaks Drive
Trip Plan
With a duration of just under 1.5 hours and a fuel cost around $11, this route offers significant flexibility. You can easily depart mid-morning or early afternoon, giving you ample time to start your day without an early alarm. Since it's a single-day trip, you won't need to plan for overnight stays. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 50.7 miles on I 94, so plan for a fuel or rest stop either before or after this segment if needed. Keep an eye on traffic conditions, especially as you approach Clinton Township, as urban areas can experience congestion.
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 36 miles from Bridgewater, MI, or about 47m 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 16 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36 miles or 47m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clinton Township, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Bridgewater, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bridgewater, MI
This is one driving day of about 72.1 miles and 1h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Bridgewater, 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.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36 miles from Bridgewater, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 5.4 and 71.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
5.4 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
US 12 / West Michigan Avenue
Turn left onto US 12 / West Michigan Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
13.4 mi into trip
|
~20m 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
64.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m 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
69.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m 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
71.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 33m in
|
Moravian Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Moravian Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.27 one way
$22.54 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.38 | $24.75 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.87 | $27.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.92 | $31.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.6 | 0 | $7.57 | $3.46 |
| Efficient EV | 18 | 0 | $6.31 | $2.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.8 | 0 | $10.09 | $4.61 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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.
Destination
Clinton Township, MI
Morning in Clinton Township on Tuesday
Local time
11:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Partly Sunny
ESE 2 to 8 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Dense Fog Advisory
Dense Fog Advisory issued April 17 at 9:56AM EDT until April 17 at 10:00AM EDT by NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 17 at 9:29AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
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
1h 34m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This trip features a highway-focused profile, with 73% of the journey on faster roads like I 94. You'll experience a significant stretch of 50.7 miles on I 94, offering a consistent pace for a good portion of the drive. While the main roads include I 94, West Michigan Avenue, and Austin Road, the bulk of your travel will be on the interstate. This means you can anticipate a more direct and less winding experience compared to routes with a higher percentage of local roads. The character remains largely consistent, emphasizing efficient travel.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 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 West Michigan Avenue. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.4 miles in near US 12 / West Michigan Avenue.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 72.1 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.4 miles (US 12 / West Michigan Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bridgewater, MI and Clinton Township, MI, road signs point toward Chicago, Airports and M 3.
Chicago
13.3 mi in
|
~20m
Airports
13.4 mi in
|
~20m
M 3
64.7 mi in
|
~1h 21m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 34m. Total distance: 72.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). 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.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.4 miles (US 12 / West Michigan Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64.7 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.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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