Origin
Clinton Township, MI
Afternoon in Clinton Township on Tuesday
Local time
2:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clinton Township, MI to Clinton Village, 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
2h 2m
Distance
101.9 mi
164 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 54m
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6 AM
2h 3m
8 AM
2h 20m
10 AM
2h 9m
12 PM
2h 7m
3 PM
2h 10m
5 PM
2h 19m
8 PM
1h 57m
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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Clinton Village, MI
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Trip Overview
Planning a trip from Clinton Township, MI, to Clinton Village, MI? This 101.9-mile drive will take you about 2 hours and 2 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. The journey primarily utilizes I-96 and the Walter P Reuther Freeway, with a significant portion on South Groesbeck Highway. With an estimated fuel cost of $16, this route offers an efficient way to travel between these two Michigan locations. Since both points are within the Midwest region, you won't be crossing any major geographical or cultural divides, keeping the travel experience straightforward and convenient.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
51 miles from Clinton Township, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 96 | 56.8 mi | 1h |
| Walter P Reuther Freeway | 25.5 mi | 27m |
| South Groesbeck Highway | 7.3 mi | 11m |
| Ransom E Olds Freeway | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| US 127 | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| Coolidge Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Wood Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| East State Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 56.8 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton Township, MI and Clinton Village, 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 right onto M 97
7.3 mi
·
11 min
·
South Groesbeck Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn right onto East 11 Mile Road
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
East 11 Mile Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 696 West
8
Merge onto I 696
25 mi
·
27 min
·
Walter P Reuther Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 96
18 mi
·
19 min
·
I 96
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
39 mi
·
41 min
·
I 96
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 106B
Toward I 496, US 127 North: Downtown Lansing
12
Merge onto I 496; US 127
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Ransom E Olds Freeway
13
Keep slight right at fork onto US 127
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
US 127
Exit 8
Toward US 127 North: Clare
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
Toward Lake Lansing Road
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn right onto West Lake Lansing Road
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
West Lake Lansing Road
16
Turn left onto Coolidge Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Coolidge Road
17
At end of road, turn left onto East State Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East State Road
18
Turn right onto Wood Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Wood Road
19
Turn left onto East Stoll Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Stoll Road
20
Turn left onto Chetwyn Drive
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
Chetwyn Drive
21
Arrive at destination
Chetwyn Drive
Trip Plan
Given the short 2-hour duration, this drive from Clinton Township to Clinton Village is easily manageable in a single day. Consider departing in the morning to allow for flexibility with your schedule upon arrival. With no designated stops in the data, you'll have the freedom to pull over for breaks as needed, perhaps around the halfway point or when you feel it's necessary. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge; while the estimated cost is $16, planning your fuel stop before you hit the longest 56.8-mile stretch on I-96 will ensure a smoother journey.
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 51 miles from Clinton Township, MI, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.8 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 22 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51 miles or 1h 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clinton Village, 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.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Clinton Township, MI
This is one driving day of about 101.9 miles and 2h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 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 96 for about 56.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 51 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 195 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 97.3 — 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
6
52.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
|
I 96
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
91.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 44m in
Take the exit toward I 496, US 127 North: Downtown Lansing
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 106B
Toward I 496, US 127 North: Downtown Lansing
6
94.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 48m in
|
US 127
Keep slight right at fork onto US 127 toward US 127 North: Clare
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 8
Toward US 127 North: Clare
6
97.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
Take the exit toward Lake Lansing Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Lake Lansing Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.55 one way
$31.09 round trip
$3.88/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.27 | $17.12 | $34.24 |
| premium | $4.81 | $19.28 | $38.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.50 | $45.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-20.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.6 | 0 | $10.70 | $4.89 |
| Efficient EV | 25.5 | 0 | $8.92 | $4.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.8 | 0 | $14.27 | $6.52 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Clinton Village, MI
Afternoon in Clinton Village on Tuesday
Local time
2:30 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°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
20 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
2h 2m 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 highway-focused drive for this trip, with 86% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll experience long stretches of consistent travel, including one segment of 56.8 miles entirely on I-96. This means a good portion of your time behind the wheel will be on high-speed freeways, allowing for steady progress. While the majority is interstate, the inclusion of South Groesbeck Highway might introduce some brief transitions to more urban or suburban road conditions before you reach your destination.
86% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 56.8 mi on I 96.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and Walter P Reuther Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Moravian Drive.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 101.9 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Moravian Drive): Navigation decision point; at 52.5 miles (I 96): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 91.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,008 ft
610 ft
Total Climb
403 ft
Total Descent
142 ft
Highest Point
1,008 ft
~58.2 mi in
Elevation Range
398 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 2m. Total distance: 101.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 2m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 56.8 miles on I 96. 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 Village, MI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Moravian Drive): Navigation decision point; at 52.5 miles (I 96): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 91.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Clinton Village, 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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