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Trip from Clinton Township, MI to Bridgeport, MI

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 43m

Distance

88 mi

142 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$14

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min
4 AM
1h 36m ★
6 AM
1h 44m
8 AM
1h 59m
10 AM
1h 49m
12 PM
1h 48m
3 PM
1h 50m
5 PM
1h 58m
8 PM
1h 39m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Clinton Township, MI, MI

Clinton Township, MI

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Downtown Bridgeport, MI, MI

Bridgeport, MI

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Trip Overview

This straightforward 88-mile drive from Clinton Township, MI, to Bridgeport, MI, is easily manageable in about 1 hour and 43 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll spend about 75% of your time on highways, with a significant 65.9-mile stretch on I-75. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $14, which is quite budget-friendly. This route is focused on efficient travel through the Midwest, so if you're looking for a quick and direct way to get from point A to point B within Michigan, this is a solid option. No overnight stops are necessary, offering you flexibility in your schedule.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

44 miles from Clinton Township, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 55m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 65.9 mi 1h 10m
Hall Road 15.8 mi 20m
Cass Avenue 1.6 mi 2m
Romeo Plank Road 1.2 mi 1m
Moravian Drive 1.2 mi 2m
Dixie Highway 1.1 mi 2m
White Oaks Drive 0.2 mi <1m
Red Oaks Drive <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 75 — 65.9 mi, about 1h 10m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Clinton Township, MI and Bridgeport, MI.

1

Start on Red Oaks Drive

289 ft · 17 sec · Red Oaks Drive
2

Turn left onto White Oaks Drive

0.2 mi · 55 sec · White Oaks Drive
3

At end of road, turn left onto Moravian Drive

1.2 mi · 2 min · Moravian Drive
4

At end of road, turn left onto Cass Avenue

1.6 mi · 2 min · Cass Avenue
5

Enter roundabout onto Romeo Plank Road

82 ft · 1 sec · Romeo Plank Road
6

Continue on Romeo Plank Road

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Romeo Plank Road
7

Enter roundabout onto Romeo Plank Road

90 ft · 1 sec · Romeo Plank Road
8

Continue on Romeo Plank Road

1.0 mi · 1 min · Romeo Plank Road
9

Turn right onto M 59

501 ft · 8 sec · Hall Road
10

Take the exit

259 ft · 9 sec
Toward M 59 West Use the left lane.
11

Merge onto M 59

16 mi · 20 min · Hall Road
Use the left lane.
12

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 40B Toward I 75 North: Flint Use the slight right lane.
13

Merge onto I 75

33 mi · 35 min · I 75
14

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

33 mi · 35 min · I 75
Toward I 75: Saginaw
15

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 58 sec
Exit 144B Toward Bridgeport
16

Turn right onto Dixie Highway

1.1 mi · 2 min · Dixie Highway
Use the right lane.
17

Arrive at destination

Dixie Highway

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short 1 hour and 43-minute duration of this 88-mile drive, you have the advantage of flexibility. Leaving in the morning or early afternoon should allow you to avoid significant traffic. With no specific stops recommended and a low fuel cost of $14, you can be quite spontaneous. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the longest stretch of 65.9 miles on I-75, as readily available services might be less frequent in certain sections. This direct route is about efficient transit, so plan your breaks accordingly.

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 44 miles from Clinton Township, MI, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.9 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 19 miles or 27m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 44 miles or 55m 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 28m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bridgeport, MI than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Clinton Township, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Clinton Township, MI

This is one driving day of about 88 miles and 1h 43m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 19 miles from Clinton Township, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 65.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city and county seat of Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Pontiac, MI

44 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

Pontiac, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 19 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Holly, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 44 miles from Clinton Township, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.9 miles.

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 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.4 and 20.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
1.4 mi into trip | ~3m in | Cass Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto Cass Avenue

Navigation decision point

5
3.2 mi into trip | ~6m in | Romeo Plank Road

Enter roundabout onto Romeo Plank Road

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

7
4.3 mi into trip | ~8m in

Take the exit toward M 59 West

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward M 59 West
5
4.4 mi into trip | ~8m 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.
7
20.1 mi into trip | ~28m in

Take the exit toward I 75 North: Flint

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 40B Toward I 75 North: Flint

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$13.76 one way

$27.52 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 31 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $15.11 $30.21
premium $4.89 $16.93 $33.87
diesel $5.61 $19.43 $38.86

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: 30.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 26.4 0 $9.24 $4.22
Efficient EV 22 0 $7.70 $3.52
EV Truck/SUV 35.2 0 $12.32 $5.63

Gas CO2

31 kg

EV CO2

10 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Clinton Township, MI

Late night in Clinton Township on Tuesday

Local time

4:10 AM

EDT

Current temp

73°F

Showers And Thunderstorms

WSW 10 mph 85% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 3:21PM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI

Flash Flood Warning

Flash Flood Warning issued April 16 at 1:53PM EDT until April 17 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI

Destination

Bridgeport, MI

Late night in Bridgeport on Tuesday

Local time

4:10 AM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live 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

11 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 43m 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?

Expect a highway-focused drive for this 88-mile trip, with about 75% of your journey on faster roads like I-75. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 65.9 miles, primarily on I-75, meaning you can settle in for a good portion of the drive. While the main roads include Hall Road and Cass Avenue, the overall profile leans towards efficient highway travel rather than winding scenic byways. This route is designed for making good time, so be prepared for consistent speeds for the majority of the travel.

75% 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: 65.9 mi on I 75.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Hall Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near Cass Avenue.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 88 miles you will encounter 13 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 1.4 miles (Cass Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.2 miles (Romeo Plank Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 4.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 43m. Total distance: 88 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 65.9 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 Bridgeport, 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 1.4 miles (Cass Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 3.2 miles (Romeo Plank Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 4.3 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 Bridgeport, 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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