Connecting Buena Vista to Clinton Township is a straightforward 92.6-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 48 minutes. Because this trip is comfortably manageable in a single day, there is no need to plan for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $14 on fuel, making it a very cost-effective commute within the Midwest. The route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, ensuring a consistent pace throughout the drive. Whether you are traveling for business or visiting family, this drive offers a reliable and efficient way to navigate 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 Buena Vista, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 51m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
71 mi
1h 16m
M 59
16 mi
20m
Cass Avenue
1.6 mi
2m
Romeo Plank Road
1.2 mi
1m
Moravian Drive
1.2 mi
2m
South Outer Drive
0.5 mi
1m
White Oaks Drive
0.2 mi
<1m
East Holland Avenue
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 71 mi, about 1h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buena Vista, MI and Clinton Township, MI.
1
Start on this road
241 ft·19 sec·this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto Perkins Street
0.1 mi·33 sec·Perkins Street
3
At end of road, turn right onto South Outer Drive
0.5 mi·1 min·South Outer Drive
4
Turn left onto M 46
0.1 mi·10 sec·East Holland Avenue
5
Enter roundabout
238 ft·13 sec
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Flint
6
Continue
0.3 mi·45 sec
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Flint
7
Merge onto I 75; US 23
23 mi·24 min·I 75; US 23
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23
11 mi·11 min·I 75; US 23
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
37 mi·39 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·47 sec
Exit 77AToward M 59 East: UticaUse the right lane.
11
Merge onto M 59
16 mi·20 min·M 59
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn right onto Romeo Plank Road
1.0 mi·1 min·Romeo Plank Road
Use the right lane.
13
Enter roundabout onto Romeo Plank Road
112 ft·2 sec·Romeo Plank Road
14
Continue on Romeo Plank Road
0.1 mi·11 sec·Romeo Plank Road
15
Enter roundabout onto Cass Avenue
123 ft·2 sec·Cass Avenue
16
Continue on Cass Avenue
1.6 mi·2 min·Cass Avenue
17
Turn right onto Moravian Drive
1.2 mi·2 min·Moravian Drive
Use the straight lane.
18
Turn right onto White Oaks Drive
0.2 mi·52 sec·White Oaks Drive
19
Turn right onto Red Oaks Drive
289 ft·12 sec·Red Oaks Drive
20
Arrive at destination
Red Oaks Drive
Trip Plan
Since this 1 hour and 48-minute drive is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, keeping an eye on traffic patterns along the I-75 corridor will help you avoid unnecessary delays. With no mandatory stops required for a trip of this length, you can easily complete the 92.6-mile distance in one go. Budget roughly $14 for gas to ensure you are covered for the entire trek. A helpful tip for this specific route is to familiarize yourself with the transition points from I-75 onto M-59, as these interchanges can be busy during peak travel hours.
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 Buena Vista, MI, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71 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 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.3 miles or 51m 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 24m
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 Buena Vista, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Buena Vista, MI
This is one driving day of about 92.6 miles and 1h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Buena Vista, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 71 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 88.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Perkins Street
At end of road, turn right onto Perkins Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
7
0.8 mi into trip|~2m in
Enter roundabout toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Flint
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Flint
6
35.3 mi into trip|~40m in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
72.1 mi into trip|~1h 19m in
Take the exit toward M 59 East: Utica
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 77A
Toward M 59 East: Utica
6
88.4 mi into trip|~1h 40m in|Romeo Plank Road
Turn right onto Romeo Plank Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.48 one way
$28.95 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg32 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$15.90
$31.79
premium
$4.89
$17.82
$35.64
diesel
$5.61
$20.44
$40.89
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
$9.72
$4.44
Efficient EV
23.2
0
$8.10
$3.70
EV Truck/SUV
37
0
$12.96
$5.93
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
Buena Vista, MI
Morning
in Buena Vista on Sunday
Local time
6:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Clinton Township, MI
Morning
in Clinton Township on Sunday
Local time
6:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Mostly Sunny
WSW 14 mph14% chanceLive forecast
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
13 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 48m 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?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 77% of the journey spent on high-speed roads. You will settle into a steady rhythm on I-75 for the longest stretch of your trip, covering 71 miles of uninterrupted highway. As you transition off the interstate, the character of the road shifts, utilizing M-59 and eventually Cass Avenue to reach your destination. Expect a functional, efficient experience behind the wheel rather than a winding scenic tour. The combination of major highway infrastructure and local arterial roads ensures you maintain steady progress from start to finish.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 71 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and M 59. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Perkins Street.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 92.6 miles you will encounter 16 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: near the start (Perkins Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.8 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 35.3 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,053 ft604 ft
Total Climb
470 ft
Total Descent
467 ft
Highest Point
1,053 ft
~52.9 mi in
Elevation Range
449 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Buena Vista, MI to Clinton Township, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 59 East: Utica along the way.
M 59 East: Utica
72.1 mi in|~1h 19m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 48m. Total distance: 92.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 71 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.
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: near the start (Perkins Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.8 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 35.3 miles (I 75): 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.
