Origin
Clinton Township, MI
Late night in Clinton Township on Sunday
Local time
2:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clinton Township, MI to Casco, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
33m
Distance
20.1 mi
32 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
★
6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 39m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 35m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 39m
8 PM
0h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clinton Township, MI
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Casco, MI
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick excursion within Michigan, the 20.1-mile journey from Clinton Township to Casco is a straightforward trip that typically takes about 33 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day outing, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. You can expect to spend roughly $3 on fuel, making this an incredibly budget-friendly option for your local travels. Navigating through the Midwest, the drive transitions from the more developed areas of Clinton Township toward the quieter atmosphere of Casco. Because the distance is short, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to head out whenever it suits your plans.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ford Freeway | 7.4 mi | 7m |
| South Groesbeck Highway | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Marine City Highway | 3 mi | 4m |
| Meldrum Road | 2 mi | 7m |
| 26 Mile Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Hall Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| William P Rosso Highway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Harrington Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Ford Freeway
— 7.4 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton Township, MI and Casco, 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
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Moravian Drive
4
Turn right onto Harrington Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Harrington Street
Use the right lane.
5
Turn left onto M 97
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
South Groesbeck Highway
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto M 59
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Hall Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on M 59
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
William P Rosso Highway
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 94 East: Port Huron
Use the left lane.
9
Merge onto I 94
7.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Ford Freeway
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 248
Toward 26 Mile Road, Marine City
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn right onto 26 Mile Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
26 Mile Road
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on Marine City Highway
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Marine City Highway
Use the right lane.
13
Turn left onto Meldrum Road
2.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Meldrum Road
14
Turn right onto Meisner Road
77 ft
·
3 sec
·
Meisner Road
15
Arrive at destination
Meisner Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 13.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Moravian Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Moravian Drive
Navigation decision point
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Harrington Street
Turn right onto Harrington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
M 97 / South Groesbeck Highway
Turn left onto M 97 / South Groesbeck Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
5.8 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward I 94 East: Port Huron
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 94 East: Port Huron
8
13.6 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward 26 Mile Road, Marine City
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 248
Toward 26 Mile Road, Marine City
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.14 one way
$6.28 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.45 | $6.90 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.87 | $7.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.44 | $8.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6 | 0 | $2.11 | $0.96 |
| Efficient EV | 5 | 0 | $1.76 | $0.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8 | 0 | $2.81 | $1.29 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Casco, MI
Late night in Casco on Sunday
Local time
2:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
3 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
33m 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?
This 20.1-mile trip offers a mixed driving experience, balancing highway speed with local road navigation. You will spend about 37% of your time on highways, utilizing a combination of the Ford Freeway, South Groesbeck Highway, and Marine City Highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs early on, covering 7.4 miles on the Ford Freeway before the route transitions into other road types. As you progress, the personality of the drive shifts from the busier flow of the freeway to the more steady pace of the state highways. It is a practical, functional drive that gets you from point A to point B without unnecessary complexity.
37% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.4 mi on Ford Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Moravian Drive.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 20.1 miles you will encounter 11 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.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
641 ft
594 ft
Total Climb
84 ft
Total Descent
50 ft
Highest Point
641 ft
~20.1 mi in
Elevation Range
47 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.
On the drive from Clinton Township, MI to Casco, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Marine City along the way.
Marine City
13.6 mi in
|
~19m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 33m. Total distance: 20.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (37%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 7.4 miles on Ford Freeway. 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 Casco, 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 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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Casco, 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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