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Trip from Clinton Township, MI to Lakeview, MI

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

Drive Time

3h 27m

Distance

163.5 mi

263 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$26

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

18 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 37 min
4 AM
3h 15m ★
6 AM
3h 27m
8 AM
3h 52m
10 AM
3h 36m
12 PM
3h 33m
3 PM
3h 37m
5 PM
3h 51m
8 PM
3h 20m

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

fish socks

Downtown Lakeview, MI, MI

Lakeview, MI

fish socks

Trip Overview

This 163.5-mile journey from Clinton Township, MI, to Lakeview, MI, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 27 minutes. You'll navigate primarily using I-75 and Gratiot Road, with Hall Road also playing a role. The estimated fuel cost for this drive is around $26, making it an economical option. Given its relatively short duration and modest distance, this route offers flexibility for departure times and stops. The drive stays within the Midwest region, offering a familiar landscape throughout.

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

81.8 miles from Clinton Township, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 35m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 70.6 mi 1h 15m
Gratiot Road 16.7 mi 19m
Hall Road 15.8 mi 20m
Howard City Edmore Road Northeast 11 mi 15m
West Monroe Road 11 mi 15m
East Monroe Road 10.4 mi 14m
Howard City Edmore Road 9.1 mi 12m
Sheridan Avenue 1.9 mi 2m
Longest stretch: I 75 — 70.6 mi, about 1h 15m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

38 mi · 40 min · I 75
Toward I 75: Saginaw
15

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 44 sec
Exit 149 Toward M 46: Buena Vista, Sandusky
16

Enter roundabout onto M 46

13 ft · 0 sec · East Holland Avenue
17

Continue on M 46

0.2 mi · 15 sec · East Holland Avenue
18

Enter roundabout onto M 46

106 ft · 5 sec · East Holland Avenue
19

Continue on M 46

1.1 mi · 1 min · East Holland Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
20

Turn slight right onto M 46

1.1 mi · 1 min · East Remington Street
21

Turn left onto M 46

1.9 mi · 2 min · Sheridan Avenue
22

Continue on M 46

0.4 mi · 34 sec · Williams Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
23

Turn left onto Gratiot Avenue

1.3 mi · 1 min · Gratiot Avenue
Use the left lane.
24

Continue on M 46

11 mi · 13 min · Gratiot Road
25

Continue on M 46

0.6 mi · 40 sec · East Saginaw Street
26

Continue on M 46

0.1 mi · 9 sec · North Saginaw Street
27

Continue on M 46

4.1 mi · 4 min · Gratiot Road
28

Continue on M 46

0.5 mi · 1 min · Saginaw Street
29

Continue on M 46

0.7 mi · 1 min · West Saginaw Street
30

Continue on M 46

1.2 mi · 1 min · Gratiot Road
31

Continue on M 46

5.0 mi · 7 min · East Monroe Road
32

Continue on M 46

1.0 mi · 2 min · East Saginaw Street
33

Continue on M 46

5.4 mi · 7 min · East Monroe Road
34

Continue on M 46

0.6 mi · 1 min · East Washington Street
35

Continue on US 127 BUS; M 46

0.6 mi · 1 min · West Washington Avenue
36

Continue on US 127 BUS; M 46

11 mi · 15 min · West Monroe Road
37

Continue on M 46

0.5 mi · 37 sec · Northwest Monroe Road
38

Continue on M 46

9.1 mi · 12 min · Howard City Edmore Road
39

Continue on M 46

1.3 mi · 2 min · East Main Street
40

Continue on M 46

0.2 mi · 20 sec · Howard City-Edmore Road
41

Continue on M 46

11 mi · 15 min · Howard City Edmore Road Northeast
42

Turn right onto Greenville Road

0.3 mi · 42 sec · Greenville Road
43

Continue on South Lincoln Avenue

1.0 mi · 2 min · South Lincoln Avenue
44

Continue on North Lincoln Street

366 ft · 10 sec · North Lincoln Street
45

Continue on North Lincoln Avenue

376 ft · 14 sec · North Lincoln Avenue
46

Turn right onto East North Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · East North Street
47

Turn left onto Faith Drive

100 ft · 7 sec · Faith Drive
48

Arrive at destination

Faith Drive

Trip Plan

For this 3-hour and 27-minute drive, leaving in the morning will give you ample time to reach Lakeview, MI, without feeling rushed. With only one recommended stop, you can be selective about where you choose to break up the 163.5 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially before heading onto the longest stretch of 70.6 miles on I-75, as services can be more spread out in certain areas. The $26 fuel cost is a helpful budget marker for this trip.

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 81.8 miles from Clinton Township, MI, or about 1h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.6 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 36 miles or 46m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 81.8 miles or 1h 35m 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 43m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lakeview, 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 163.5 miles and 3h 27m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 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 70.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Flint, MI

82 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.

Popular next leg

Flint, MI to Lakeview, MI

106.2 mi · 2h 19m

Pacing Suggestions

Waterford, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Millington, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 81.8 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 70.6 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

Stardust Entertainment Center

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 93.4

Saginaw, Michigan

Hours: 12–11 pm

+19897936300

Visit website

Cafe Immortelle

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 11.7

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

Fireside Coffee Co

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 58.4

Swartz Creek, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+18106359196

Visit website

Coffee First Cafe & Bake Shoppe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 11.7

Sterling Heights, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+15868385353

Visit website

Anderson & Girls Orchards

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 151.8

Stanton, Michigan

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+19898314228

Visit website

Battle Alley Coffee Co.

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 46.7

Holly, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+12482450512

Visit website

Davisburg Rest Area 908

0.1 mi from route

Dodge Road Rest Area 631

0.1 mi from route

Clarkston Rest Area 904

0.1 mi from route

Clio Rest Area 612

0.1 mi from route

Love's Travel Stop

0.1 mi from route

Service Plaza

0.1 mi from route

TA

0.2 mi from route

Service Plaza

0.2 mi from route

Service Plaza

0.3 mi from route

Service Plaza

1.4 mi from route

M-81 Express Stop

2.3 mi from route

Flying J Travel Center

2.5 mi from route

Sky Zone Trampoline Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 58.4

Flint, Michigan

Hours: 12–8 pm

+18104078972

Visit website

LegaSea Aquarium & The Reptarium

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 11.7

Utica, Michigan

Hours: 11 am–7 pm

+15868846941

Visit website

Flint Children's Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 58.4

Flint, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+18107675437

Visit website

Independence Oaks County Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 35

Village of Clarkston, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–7:30 pm

+12486250877

Visit website

Sloan Museum of Discovery

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 58.4

Flint, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+18102373450

Visit website

Ford Field Central Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 11.7

Shelby Township, Michigan

+15867310300

Visit website

Michigan Heroes Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 81.8

Frankenmuth, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+19896528005

Visit website

Troy Historic Village

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 11.7

Troy, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+12485243570

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 19

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.4 and 91.2 — 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
91.2 mi into trip | ~1h 45m in

Take the exit toward M 46: Buena Vista, Sandusky

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 149 Toward M 46: Buena Vista, Sandusky

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$25.56 one way

$51.12 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 57 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $28.07 $56.13
premium $4.89 $31.46 $62.93
diesel $5.61 $36.10 $72.20

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$26

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$51–$76

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 57.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

18 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Moran Chevrolet Clinton Township

Clinton Township, MI

EV Connect

9 DCFC

Meijer - Tesla Supercharger

Roseville, MI

Tesla

8 DCFC

Clinton Twp Amoco

Clinton Twp, MI

RED_E

4 DCFC

Meijer Roseville (Roseville, MI)

Roseville, MI

Electrify America

4 DCFC

FasCharge 8245 Clinton Township

Clinton Township, MI

RED_E

4 DCFC

Elizabeth and Groesbeck Petro

Clinton Twp, MI

RED_E

4 DCFC

23 and North Ave Mobil

Macomb, MI

RED_E

4 DCFC

J One Liquor

Utica, MI

RED_E

4 DCFC

RED_E: 9 ChargePoint Network: 5 EV Connect: 1 Electrify America: 1 Tesla: 1 eVgo Network: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 49.1 0 $17.17 $7.85
Efficient EV 40.9 0 $14.31 $6.54
EV Truck/SUV 65.4 0 $22.89 $10.46

Gas CO2

57 kg

EV CO2

19 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

Afternoon in Clinton Township on Sunday

Local time

12:32 PM

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 3:21PM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI

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

Lakeview, MI

Afternoon in Lakeview on Sunday

Local time

12:32 PM

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

3h 27m 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 mixed drive on this route, with 43% of the journey on highways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 70.6 miles on I-75, providing a good opportunity for steady progress. The remainder of the drive will likely involve more local roads, offering a change of pace from the interstate. This blend means you'll get both efficient travel time and a taste of the local scenery as you transition between major arteries and secondary routes.

43% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
48 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 70.6 mi on I 75.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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 7/10

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 163.5 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 Lakeview, MI, road signs point toward M 46: Buena Vista and Sandusky.

M 46: Buena Vista

91.2 mi in | ~1h 45m

Sandusky

91.2 mi in | ~1h 45m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 27m. Total distance: 163.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 70.6 miles on I 75. 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 Lakeview, 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 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Lakeview, MI, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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