If you are planning a trip from Clinton Township to Grant, you are looking at a straightforward 193.1-mile journey across Michigan. Expect to spend about 3 hours and 42 minutes behind the wheel, making this a very manageable single-day excursion. With a fuel budget of approximately $29, the route is economically friendly for a weekend getaway. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major corridors, specifically the Walter P. Reuther Freeway and I-96, before transitioning to M-37. Because the drive is under four hours, you can easily complete it in one day without needing an overnight stay, leaving you plenty of time to enjoy your destination. It is a practical, efficient path that bridges the eastern side of the state with the more rural landscapes of the west.
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
96.5 miles from Clinton Township, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 49m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 96
133 mi
2h 22m
Walter P Reuther Freeway
25.5 mi
27m
M-37
12.8 mi
17m
South Groesbeck Highway
7.3 mi
11m
Alpine Avenue Northwest
5.1 mi
7m
Newaygo Road
4.2 mi
5m
Mason Drive
2.4 mi
3m
South Maple Street
0.6 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 133 mi, about 2h 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton Township, MI and Grant, 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
55 mi·58 min·I 96
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
54 mi·57 min·I 96
Toward I 96 West: Grand RapidsUse the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 96; M 37
6.6 mi·7 min·I 96; M 37
Toward I 96 West, M 37 North: MuskegonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit onto M 37
0.4 mi·51 sec·M 37
Exit 30BToward M 37 North: NewaygoUse the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto M 37
5.1 mi·7 min·Alpine Avenue Northwest
15
Turn straight onto M 37
13 mi·17 min·M-37
Use the left / straight lanes.
16
Enter roundabout onto M 37
12 ft·0 sec·Newaygo Road
17
Continue on M 37
4.2 mi·5 min·Newaygo Road
18
Continue on M 37
2.4 mi·3 min·Mason Drive
19
Continue on M 37
0.6 mi·1 min·South Maple Street
20
Arrive at destination
M 37
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 3-hour and 42-minute transit, aim to depart early in the morning to avoid peak congestion on the Walter P. Reuther Freeway. Since the route only requires one planned stop to cover the 193.1 miles comfortably, you have the flexibility to choose a location that fits your schedule rather than being forced into multiple breaks. Keep a close watch on your fuel levels before leaving the main interstate, as services may become less frequent once you transition onto M-37. Given the long 133-mile stretch on I-96, be sure to utilize cruise control to maintain a steady pace, but stay alert for changing traffic patterns as you move between major highways. This single-day trip is best approached with a focus on steady progress, allowing you to arrive in Grant refreshed and ready for your activities.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 96.5 miles from Clinton Township, MI, or about 1h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 133 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 42 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 96.5 miles or 1h 49m 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 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Grant, 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 193.1 miles and 3h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 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 96 for about 133 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 167.6 — 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
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.
7
107.3 mi into trip|~2h 1m in|I 96
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96 toward I 96 West: Grand Rapids
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 96 West: Grand Rapids
8
161 mi into trip|~2h 58m in|I 96; M 37
Keep slight right at fork onto I 96; M 37 toward I 96 West, M 37 North: Muskegon
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 96 West, M 37 North: Muskegon
7
167.6 mi into trip|~3h 5m in|M 37
Take the exit onto M 37 toward M 37 North: Newaygo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 30B
Toward M 37 North: Newaygo
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.19 one way
$60.38 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg68 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$33.15
$66.29
premium
$4.89
$37.16
$74.32
diesel
$5.61
$42.63
$85.27
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 67.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
57.9
0
$20.28
$9.27
Efficient EV
48.3
0
$16.90
$7.72
EV Truck/SUV
77.2
0
$27.03
$12.36
Gas CO2
68 kg
EV CO2
23 kg (66% 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 13, 2026
Origin
Clinton Township, MI
Late night
in Clinton Township on Tuesday
Local time
5:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Rain Showers Likely
SW 16 mph74% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 3:33AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued April 13 at 3:28AM EDT until April 13 at 3:30PM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
Destination
Grant, MI
Late night
in Grant on Tuesday
Local time
5:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
65°F
Chelsea, MI
97 mi in
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
16 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
3h 42m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 82% of your travel occurring on major thoroughfares. You will face a significant, uninterrupted 133-mile stretch on I-96, which serves as the primary backbone of the journey. As you transition off the faster, high-traffic interstates and onto M-37, the character of the drive shifts noticeably toward a more localized pace. While the interstate sections are designed for efficiency and steady speeds, the final leg requires more attention as you navigate toward Grant. Prepare for a mix of fast-paced freeway cruising and the slower, more deliberate feel of state highway driving as you reach your final destination.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 133 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 Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 193.1 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 107.3 miles (I 96): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,004 ft608 ft
Total Climb
572 ft
Total Descent
346 ft
Highest Point
1,004 ft
~55.2 mi in
Elevation Range
396 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Clinton Township, MI and Grant, MI, road signs point toward M 37 North: Muskegon and M 37 North: Newaygo.
M 37 North: Muskegon
161 mi in|~2h 58m|via I 96; M 37
M 37 North: Newaygo
167.6 mi in|~3h 5m|via M 37
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 42m. Total distance: 193.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 133 miles on I 96. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Grant, 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 0.3 miles (Moravian Drive): Navigation decision point; at 52.5 miles (I 96): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 107.3 miles (I 96): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Grant, MI, but most travelers stay overnight.
