Clinton Township to Vermontville is 121.9 miles and takes about 2h 32m via I 96 and Walter P Reuther Freeway, with a fuel budget near $19 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Michigan, taking you from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. It's a straightforward trip focused heavily on highway travel, making it an efficient option if you're looking to get from point A to point B without much fuss. The total distance is manageable for a single day, so you can plan to arrive at your destination with time to spare.
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
60.9 miles from Clinton Township, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 11m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 96
65.9 mi
1h 10m
Walter P Reuther Freeway
25.5 mi
27m
East Vermontville Highway
14.1 mi
27m
South Groesbeck Highway
7.3 mi
11m
I 69
3.5 mi
3m
Lansing Road
2.2 mi
3m
Harrington Street
0.6 mi
1m
East Main Street
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 65.9 mi, about 1h 10m
Traffic on I-696
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 16 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~5,139 veh/hr typical
· worst 5,957
Quietest
2 AM
~310 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
16.6×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton Township, MI and Vermontville, 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
48 mi·51 min·I 96
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi·40 sec
Exit 98AToward Lansing Rd SOUTHUse the slight right lane.
12
Turn straight onto Lansing Road
2.2 mi·3 min·Lansing Road
13
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward I 69 South: Ft Wayne
14
Merge onto I 69
3.5 mi·3 min·I 69
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Toward M 100: Potterville, Grand Ledge
16
Turn right onto M 100
0.2 mi·36 sec·Potterville Street
17
Turn left onto East Vermontville Highway
14 mi·27 min·East Vermontville Highway
18
Continue on East Main Street
0.5 mi·1 min·East Main Street
19
Turn left onto Eastside Drive
98 ft·7 sec·Eastside Drive
20
Arrive at destination
Eastside Drive
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 2 hours and 32 minutes, this trip is easily completed in a single day. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid rush hour traffic in the Detroit metro area and to allow for a relaxed start. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost estimated at $19, planning for one fuel top-up and a brief break should suffice. Keep an eye on your exit for East Vermontville Highway, as it marks the final segment of your journey into Vermontville.
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 60.9 miles from Clinton Township, MI, or about 1h 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.9 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 27 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.9 miles or 1h 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Vermontville, 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 121.9 miles and 2h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 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 65.9 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 100.5 — 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
5
0.4 mi into trip|~1m in|Harrington Street
Turn right onto Harrington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
1 mi into trip|~2m in|M 97 / South Groesbeck Highway
Turn right onto M 97 / South Groesbeck Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
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
100.5 mi into trip|~1h 54m in
Take the exit toward Lansing Rd SOUTH
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 98A
Toward Lansing Rd SOUTH
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$20.27 one way
$40.53 round trip
$4.22/gal25.4 MPG avg43 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.60
$22.08
$44.15
premium
$5.18
$24.87
$49.75
diesel
$5.35
$25.68
$51.35
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
36.6
0
$12.80
$5.85
Efficient EV
30.5
0
$10.67
$4.88
EV Truck/SUV
48.8
0
$17.07
$7.80
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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 May 24, 2026
Origin
Clinton Township, MI
Afternoon
in Clinton Township on Wednesday
Local time
4:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
SE 5 mph69% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Vermontville, MI
Afternoon
in Vermontville on Wednesday
Local time
4:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
85°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
20 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 32m 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 drive is primarily highway-focused, with 78% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I 96, which offers a consistent and relatively fast pace. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 65.9 miles on I 96, allowing for extended periods of steady driving. While the majority is highway, the route eventually transitions, incorporating roads like Walter P Reuther Freeway and East Vermontville Highway as you approach your destination.
78% 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: 65.9 mi on I 96.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 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 16 significant decision points across 121.9 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 0.4 miles (Harrington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (M 97 / South Groesbeck Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
990 ft607 ft
Total Climb
511 ft
Total Descent
186 ft
Highest Point
990 ft
~43.5 mi in
Elevation Range
383 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 Vermontville, MI, road signs point toward Lansing Rd South, M 100: Potterville and Grand Ledge.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 32m. Total distance: 121.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 65.9 miles on I 96. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 6 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Vermontville, 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. There are 6 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Moravian Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Harrington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (M 97 / South Groesbeck Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Vermontville, MI before heading back.
