Origin
Brown City, MI
Morning in Brown City on Tuesday
Local time
8:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brown City, 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 17m
Distance
54.8 mi
88 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brown City, MI
Nicole Broetto
Clinton Township, MI
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Trip Overview
If you are traveling from Brown City to Clinton Township, you are looking at a straightforward 54.8-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 8 minutes to complete. Because the route is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. Budgeting approximately $8 for fuel should comfortably cover your gas needs for this trek across Michigan. Since the entire drive stays within the Midwest, you will experience consistent regional scenery as you transition from the smaller community of Brown City toward the more suburban landscape of Clinton Township. This route serves as a practical connection between these two areas, making it a manageable drive for those who prefer to keep their travel time under two hours.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Van Dyke Road | 26.2 mi | 32m |
| North Van Dyke Road | 12.4 mi | 16m |
| Hall Road | 4 mi | 6m |
| East Burnside Road | 4 mi | 6m |
| North Cedar Street | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Cass Avenue | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Romeo Plank Road | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Moravian Drive | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Van Dyke Road
— 26.2 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brown City, MI and Clinton Township, MI.
1
Start on M 90
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Main Street
2
Continue on M 90
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
East Burnside Road
3
Turn left onto M 53
12 mi
·
16 min
·
North Van Dyke Road
4
Continue on M 53
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
North Cedar Street
5
Continue on M 53
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Van Dyke Road
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn right onto M 53
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
7
Continue on M 53
21 mi
·
25 min
·
Van Dyke Road
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 17
Toward M 59: Mount Clemens, Pontiac
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto M 59
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Hall Road
Use the left lane.
10
Turn right onto Romeo Plank Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Romeo Plank Road
Use the right lane.
11
Enter roundabout onto Romeo Plank Road
112 ft
·
2 sec
·
Romeo Plank Road
12
Continue on Romeo Plank Road
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Romeo Plank Road
13
Enter roundabout onto Cass Avenue
123 ft
·
2 sec
·
Cass Avenue
14
Continue on Cass Avenue
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Cass Avenue
15
Turn right onto Moravian Drive
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Moravian Drive
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn right onto White Oaks Drive
0.2 mi
·
52 sec
·
White Oaks Drive
17
Turn right onto Red Oaks Drive
289 ft
·
12 sec
·
Red Oaks Drive
18
Arrive at destination
Red Oaks Drive
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.4 miles from Brown City, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 46.1 and 53.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
46.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward M 59: Mount Clemens, Pontiac
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 17
Toward M 59: Mount Clemens, Pontiac
5
46.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
|
M 59 / Hall Road
Merge onto M 59 / Hall Road
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
50.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
|
Romeo Plank Road
Turn right onto Romeo Plank Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
51.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
|
Cass Avenue
Enter roundabout onto Cass Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
53.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
Moravian Drive
Turn right onto Moravian Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.57 one way
$17.13 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.41 | $18.81 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.55 | $21.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.10 | $24.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.4 | 0 | $5.75 | $2.63 |
| Efficient EV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.79 | $2.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.9 | 0 | $7.67 | $3.51 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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
8:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
25 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 17m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate haul, as this route features zero percent highway travel. You will navigate a series of local roads, primarily utilizing East Burnside Road, North Van Dyke Road, and North Cedar Street to reach your destination. Because you are navigating local infrastructure, the experience is less about cruising at highway speeds and more about staying attentive to frequent turns and changing road conditions. The nature of this drive requires a bit more focus than a typical freeway commute, so keep your hands on the wheel and be prepared for a slower, more deliberate pace. This configuration ensures you stay off major interstates, offering a consistent, localized driving experience from start to finish.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.2 mi on Van Dyke Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 46.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 54.8 miles you will encounter 9 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 46.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46.5 miles (M 59 / Hall Road): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.5 miles (Romeo Plank Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
871 ft
598 ft
Total Climb
110 ft
Total Descent
330 ft
Highest Point
871 ft
~11.7 mi in
Elevation Range
273 ft
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 Brown City, MI and Clinton Township, MI, road signs point toward M 59: Mount Clemens and Pontiac.
M 59: Mount Clemens
46.1 mi in
|
~1h 2m
Pontiac
46.1 mi in
|
~1h 2m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 54.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.2 miles on Van Dyke Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 46.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46.5 miles (M 59 / Hall Road): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.5 miles (Romeo Plank Road): 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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