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Trip from Clinton Township, MI to Hope, 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 38m

Distance

135.8 mi

218 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$21

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min
4 AM
2h 28m ★
6 AM
2h 38m
8 AM
2h 59m
10 AM
2h 45m
12 PM
2h 43m
3 PM
2h 47m
5 PM
2h 58m
8 PM
2h 32m

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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Hope, MI

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Trip Overview

Clinton Township to Hope is 135.8 miles and takes about 2 hours 38 minutes via I 75, US 10, and Hall Road, with a fuel budget near $21 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Michigan, traveling from the Midwest region to the Midwest region. It's a straightforward drive, mostly on major highways, making it a convenient option for a single day of travel. Expect a driving experience focused on efficient travel rather than extensive sightseeing. This route is best suited for those prioritizing arrival time over the journey itself.

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

67.9 miles from Clinton Township, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 84.1 mi 1h 30m
US 10 23.6 mi 23m
Hall Road 15.8 mi 20m
North Meridian Road 4.9 mi 7m
Cass Avenue 1.6 mi 2m
East Shaffer Road 1.4 mi 3m
Romeo Plank Road 1.2 mi 1m
Moravian Drive 1.2 mi 2m
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 Hope, 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

12 mi · 12 min · US 10
Toward US 10: Clare
18

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 50 sec
Toward M 30: West Branch Use the slight right lane.
19

Continue on M 30

4.9 mi · 7 min · North Meridian Road
20

Turn right onto East Shaffer Road

1.4 mi · 3 min · East Shaffer Road
21

Turn left onto North Hope Road

0.5 mi · 2 min · North Hope Road
22

Arrive at destination

North Hope Road

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours 38 minutes, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, offering flexibility in your departure time. You'll only have one recommended stop along the way, so plan your break strategically. With a fuel cost estimated at $21, ensure your tank is full before departing Clinton Township to maximize your driving time. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you transition from I 75 to US 10; while the longest stretch is on I 75, knowing your fuel efficiency on both highway types is always wise.

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 67.9 miles from Clinton Township, MI, or about 1h 20m 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 30 miles or 40m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 67.9 miles or 1h 20m 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 7m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hope, 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 135.8 miles and 2h 38m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 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 Waterford, MI, MI

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Waterford, MI

68 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

Pontiac, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Flint, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 67.9 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.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.4 and 128.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
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
128.5 mi into trip | ~2h 24m in

Take the exit toward M 30: West Branch

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward M 30: West Branch

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$21.23 one way

$42.46 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 48 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $23.31 $46.62
premium $4.89 $26.13 $52.27
diesel $5.61 $29.98 $59.97

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$21

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$46–$71

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 47.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 40.7 0 $14.26 $6.52
Efficient EV 34 0 $11.88 $5.43
EV Truck/SUV 54.3 0 $19.01 $8.69

Gas CO2

48 kg

EV CO2

16 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 16, 2026

Origin

Clinton Township, MI

Late night in Clinton Township on Sunday

Local time

3:44 AM

EDT

Current temp

73°F

Showers And Thunderstorms

WSW 10 mph 85% chance Live forecast

Special Weather Statement

Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 2:52PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana

Flash Flood Warning

Flash Flood Warning issued April 16 at 1:53PM EDT until April 17 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI

Destination

Hope, MI

Late night in Hope on Sunday

Local time

3:44 AM

EDT

Current temp

44°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

29 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 38m 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?

This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 79% of the journey utilizing major roads like I 75 and US 10. You'll experience long stretches of consistent speed, including an uninterrupted segment of 84.1 miles on I 75. While Hall Road offers a brief introduction, the bulk of your time will be spent on these faster routes. The character is one of steady progress, with minimal deviations into slower, more local roads, making it a predictable and efficient travel experience.

79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 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 16 significant decision points across 135.8 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.

On the drive from Clinton Township, MI to Hope, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 30: West Branch along the way.

M 30: West Branch

128.5 mi in | ~2h 24m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 38m. Total distance: 135.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (79%). 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 Hope, 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 Hope, 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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