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Trip from Clinton Township, MI to Dover, MI

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 58m

Distance

156.6 mi

252 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$24

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
2h 47m ★
6 AM
2h 58m
8 AM
3h 21m
10 AM
3h 6m
12 PM
3h 4m
3 PM
3h 7m
5 PM
3h 20m
8 PM
2h 51m

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 Dover, MI, MI

Dover, MI

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Trip Overview

This 156.6-mile drive from Clinton Township, MI, to Dover, MI, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 58 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-75 and US-10, with a portion on Hall Road, this route offers a straightforward journey through the Midwest. With a projected fuel cost of around $24, it's an economical option for a quick getaway. The drive is largely highway-focused, making it a practical choice if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B without extensive detours. Given its relatively short duration, you'll arrive at your destination with plenty of day left.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

78.3 miles from Clinton Township, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 31m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 84.1 mi 1h 30m
US 10 47.4 mi 47m
Hall Road 15.8 mi 20m
South Clare Avenue 3 mi 5m
Cass Avenue 1.6 mi 2m
Romeo Plank Road 1.2 mi 1m
Moravian Drive 1.2 mi 2m
East Dover Road 1 mi 3m
Longest stretch: I 75 — 84.1 mi, about 1h 30m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

51 mi · 54 min · I 75
Toward I 75: Saginaw
15

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 35 sec
Exit 162B Toward US 10 West: Midland
16

Continue on US 10

11 mi · 11 min · US 10
17

Keep slight right at fork onto US 10

36 mi · 36 min · US 10
Toward US 10: Clare
18

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 32 sec
Toward Old 27 Use the slight right lane.
19

Turn left onto East Colonville Road

342 ft · 13 sec · East Colonville Road
20

Turn right onto US 10 BUS; US 127 BUS

3.0 mi · 5 min · South Clare Avenue
21

Turn right onto East Dover Road

1.0 mi · 3 min · East Dover Road
22

Turn right onto South Eberhart Avenue

14 ft · 0 sec · South Eberhart Avenue
23

Arrive at destination

South Eberhart Avenue

Trip Plan

For this 2 hour and 58 minute journey, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience. Since it's a single-day trip covering 156.6 miles, planning just one significant stop should be sufficient. Keep an eye on your fuel; the estimated cost is $24. A good tip for this route is to be aware of potential traffic on I-75, especially during peak commuting hours, as it's a major artery. Arriving in Dover with ample daylight will allow you to settle in or explore without feeling rushed.

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 78.3 miles from Clinton Township, MI, or about 1h 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 84.1 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 34 miles or 44m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 78.3 miles or 1h 31m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 24m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dover, 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 156.6 miles and 2h 58m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Clinton Township, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 84.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Holly, MI, MI

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Holly, MI

78 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

Waterford, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Flint, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 78.3 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 84.1 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Coffee Stop

Detroit Kid City - Clinton Township

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Clinton Township, Michigan

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour
Visit website

Cafe Immortelle

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 11.2

Troy, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+12482509858

Visit website

Detroit Kid City - Clinton Township

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour

Clinton Township, Michigan

Visit website

Battle Alley Coffee Co.

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 44.8

Holly, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+12482450512

Visit website

Qamaria Yemeni Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 55.9

Grand Blanc, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+18104984909

Visit website

Coffee First Cafe & Bake Shoppe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 11.2

Sterling Heights, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+15868385353

Visit website

LegaSea Aquarium & The Reptarium

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 11.2

Utica, Michigan

Hours: 11 am–7 pm

+15868846941

Visit website

Marshall M Fredericks Sculpture Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 100.7

University Center, Michigan

Hours: 11 am–5 pm

+19899647125

Visit website

Independence Oaks County Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 33.6

Village of Clarkston, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–7:30 pm

+12486250877

Visit website

Dahlia Hill Society

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 123.1

Midland, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+19896310100

Visit website

Sky Zone Trampoline Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 55.9

Flint, Michigan

Hours: 12–8 pm

+18104078972

Visit website

Ford Field Central Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 11.2

Shelby Township, Michigan

+15867310300

Visit website

Airborne Adventure Park - Saginaw, MI

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 100.7

Saginaw, Michigan

Hours: 4–8 pm

+19895960022

Visit website

Flint Children's Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 55.9

Flint, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+18107675437

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 18

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.4 and 152.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

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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
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
6
152.3 mi into trip | ~2h 48m in

Take the exit toward Old 27

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward Old 27

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$24.48 one way

$48.97 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 55 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $26.88 $53.76
premium $4.89 $30.14 $60.27
diesel $5.61 $34.58 $69.15

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$24

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$49–$74

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 54.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 47 0 $16.44 $7.52
Efficient EV 39.2 0 $13.70 $6.26
EV Truck/SUV 62.6 0 $21.92 $10.02

Gas CO2

55 kg

EV CO2

18 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.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Clinton Township, MI

Late night in Clinton Township on Sunday

Local time

4:08 AM

EDT

Current temp

52°F

Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms

SSE 13 mph 69% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 17 at 9:28PM CDT until April 21 at 7:00PM CDT by NWS Marquette MI

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:26PM EDT by NWS Marquette MI

Destination

Dover, MI

Late night in Dover on Sunday

Local time

4:08 AM

EDT

Current temp

60°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

8 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

2h 58m 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 experience for 84% of this 156.6-mile route. You'll spend a significant amount of time on I-75, including a longest stretch of 84.1 miles without interruption. This segment will likely feel like a consistent, purposeful drive. As you transition to US-10 and Hall Road, the character might subtly shift, potentially offering a slightly different pace before you reach Dover. The overall impression is one of efficient travel, prioritizing getting you there smoothly.

84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 84.1 mi on I 75.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and US 10. 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 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 18 significant decision points across 156.6 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 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 2h 58m. Total distance: 156.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 84.1 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 Dover, 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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

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 Dover, 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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