Clinton Township, MI to Hersey, MI is 192 miles and takes about 3h 41m via US 10 and I-75, with a fuel budget near $30 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest region, traversing Michigan for its entirety. Expect a drive that's primarily on major highways, making it a straightforward journey. With only 192 miles and a recommended one-day drive, this route is ideal for those looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B without extensive planning.
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 miles from Clinton Township, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 50m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 10
85.5 mi
1h 36m
I 75
84.1 mi
1h 30m
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
180th Avenue
1.1 mi
2m
North Main Street
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
US 10
— 85.5 mi, about 1h 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton Township, MI and Hersey, 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 WestUse 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 40BToward I 75 North: FlintUse 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 162BToward US 10 West: Midland
16
Continue on US 10
11 mi·11 min·US 10
17
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10
38 mi·38 min·US 10
Toward US 10: Clare
18
Take the exit onto US 10
36 mi·46 min·US 10
Toward US 10 WEST, TO M 115: Ludington, Cadillac
19
Turn left onto 180th Avenue
1.1 mi·2 min·180th Avenue
20
Continue on North Main Street
0.5 mi·1 min·North Main Street
21
Arrive at destination
South Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 3h 41m duration, this trip is perfectly suited for a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize daylight hours and allow for a relaxed pace. With a fuel cost estimated at $30, you should have ample budget for gas. Plan for one stop to stretch your legs or refuel, as the longest stretch without a significant change in main road is 85.5 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach Hersey, as services can become less frequent the further north you travel on US 10.
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 miles from Clinton Township, MI, or about 1h 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.5 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 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 96 miles or 1h 50m 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 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hersey, 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 192 miles and 3h 41m.
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 US 10 for about 85.5 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 1.4 and 20.1 — 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
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
$30.02 one way
$60.03 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg67 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$32.96
$65.91
premium
$4.89
$36.95
$73.90
diesel
$5.61
$42.39
$84.78
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: 67.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
57.6
0
$20.16
$9.22
Efficient EV
48
0
$16.80
$7.68
EV Truck/SUV
76.8
0
$26.88
$12.29
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
22 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 15, 2026
Origin
Clinton Township, MI
Late night
in Clinton Township on Sunday
Local time
12:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hersey, MI
Late night
in Hersey on Sunday
Local time
12:17 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
11 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
3h 41m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 88% of the journey taking place on major roads like US 10 and I-75. You'll experience long, uninterrupted stretches, including one that lasts 85.5 miles on US 10. The character of the drive is consistent, offering a relatively smooth and fast passage through the landscape. Hall Road serves as a connecting point to the main highways, setting the tone for a direct and efficient trip.
88% 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: 85.5 mi on US 10.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 10 and I 75. 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 Effort7/10
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 192 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.
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 Hersey, MI, road signs point toward To M 115: Ludington and Cadillac.
To M 115: Ludington
154.2 mi in|~2h 50m|via US 10
Cadillac
154.2 mi in|~2h 50m|via US 10
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 41m. Total distance: 192 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (88%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 85.5 miles on US 10. 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 Hersey, 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.
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 Hersey, MI, but most travelers stay overnight.
