Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 6m
Distance
42.8 mi
69 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clinton Township, MI
fish socks
Avoca, MI
fish socks
If you are planning a trip from Clinton Township to Avoca, you are looking at a straightforward 42.8-mile journey through the Midwest. Expect the drive to take approximately 1 hour and 6 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. With a modest fuel budget of about $7, this route is an economical way to travel between these two Michigan locations. Since the entire trip is relatively short, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations or complicated logistics. It serves as a practical connection for those looking to navigate the region efficiently without the need for major interstate travel.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Gratiot Avenue | 12.1 mi | 17m |
| Memphis Ridge Road | 5.5 mi | 7m |
| Emmett Road | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| Kinney Road | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| South Groesbeck Highway | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| South Main Street | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Avoca Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Beard Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton Township, MI and Avoca, MI.
Start on Red Oaks Drive
Turn left onto White Oaks Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Moravian Drive
Turn right onto Harrington Street
Turn left onto M 97
Continue on North Avenue
Turn right onto 21 Mile Road
Turn left onto M 3
Turn left onto M 19
Continue on M 19
Continue on M 19
Continue on M 19
Continue on M 19
Continue on M 19
Continue on M 19
Continue on M 19
Continue on M 19
Turn right onto M 136
Continue on M 136
Continue on M 136
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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.
A short stop after about 42.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 21.4 miles from Clinton Township, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 18.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn left onto Moravian Drive
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Harrington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto M 97 / South Groesbeck Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto 21 Mile Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto M 19 / South Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$6.69 one way
$13.38 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.35 | $14.69 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.24 | $16.47 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.45 | $18.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.49 | $2.05 |
| Efficient EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.74 | $1.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.99 | $2.74 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Clinton Township on Sunday
Local time
12:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Late night in Avoca on Sunday
Local time
12:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
47°F
Milton, MI
21 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive, as this route relies entirely on surface streets rather than high-speed interstates. You will spend your time navigating a mix of roads, including Gratiot Avenue, Memphis Ridge Road, and Emmett Road. The journey features zero percent highway travel, meaning you should anticipate a slower, more deliberate pace behind the wheel. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during the first 12.1 miles on Gratiot Avenue. Because the route is composed of local roads, you will experience a constant shift in the road's personality as you transition between these specific thoroughfares.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Moravian Drive.
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 42.8 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.3 miles (Moravian Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Harrington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (M 97 / South Groesbeck Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
191 ft
Total Descent
34 ft
Highest Point
775 ft
~36.7 mi in
Elevation Range
169 ft
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 6m. Total distance: 42.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 6m 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.
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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