Fremont to Clinton Township is 213 miles and takes about 4h 8m via I-96, I-69, and I-75, with a fuel budget near $33 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays entirely within Michigan, connecting two points in the Midwest. Expect a straightforward drive that's mostly on major highways. It's a manageable distance for a single day of driving, making it a good option for a quick trip between these two areas.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
106.5 miles from Fremont, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 8m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 96
58 mi
1h 2m
I 69
51.5 mi
52m
I 75
38.7 mi
41m
M 59
16 mi
20m
Apple Avenue
12.8 mi
17m
South Warner Avenue
8.2 mi
11m
Alpine Avenue Northwest
5.2 mi
7m
Bailey Road
4.9 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 58 mi, about 1h 2m
Traffic on I-69
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 24 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,593 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,928
Quietest
1 AM
~95 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
16.8×
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 Fremont, MI and Clinton Township, MI.
1
Start on this road
80 ft·8 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto North Darling Avenue
140 ft·11 sec·North Darling Avenue
3
Turn left onto M 82
437 ft·19 sec·East Main Street
4
Turn right onto M 82
0.6 mi·1 min·South Stewart Avenue
5
Continue on M 82
2.3 mi·3 min·South Warner Avenue
6
Continue on B-35
5.9 mi·8 min·South Warner Avenue
7
Continue on B-35
0.9 mi·1 min·West 118th Street
8
Continue on B-35
1.2 mi·1 min·Luce Avenue
9
Continue on B-35
0.5 mi·39 sec·West 128th Street
10
Turn right onto B-35
2.0 mi·2 min·Alger Avenue
11
Continue on B-35
0.9 mi·1 min·Squires Road
12
Turn left onto Bailey Road
4.9 mi·6 min·Bailey Road
13
Turn right onto M 37
3.2 mi·4 min·North Newaygo Road
14
Enter roundabout onto M 37; M 46
165 ft·1 sec·Apple Avenue
15
Continue on M 37; M 46
13 mi·17 min·Apple Avenue
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on M 37
5.2 mi·7 min·Alpine Avenue Northwest
17
Take the exit
0.4 mi·30 sec
Use the left lane.
18
Merge onto I 96; M 37
58 mi·1 hr 2 min·I 96; M 37
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Take the exit
2.5 mi·2 min
Exit 89Toward I 69 East: Flint
20
Merge onto I 69
52 mi·52 min·I 69
21
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward I 75, US 23: Saginaw, DetroitUse the slight right lane.
22
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·46 sec
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Detroit
23
Merge onto I 75; US 23
1.9 mi·2 min·I 75; US 23
24
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
37 mi·39 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.3 mi·47 sec
Exit 77AToward M 59 East: UticaUse the right lane.
26
Merge onto M 59
16 mi·20 min·M 59
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Turn right onto Romeo Plank Road
1.0 mi·1 min·Romeo Plank Road
Use the right lane.
28
Enter roundabout onto Romeo Plank Road
112 ft·2 sec·Romeo Plank Road
29
Continue on Romeo Plank Road
0.1 mi·11 sec·Romeo Plank Road
30
Enter roundabout onto Cass Avenue
123 ft·2 sec·Cass Avenue
31
Continue on Cass Avenue
1.6 mi·2 min·Cass Avenue
32
Turn right onto Moravian Drive
1.2 mi·2 min·Moravian Drive
Use the straight lane.
33
Turn right onto White Oaks Drive
0.2 mi·52 sec·White Oaks Drive
34
Turn right onto Red Oaks Drive
289 ft·12 sec·Red Oaks Drive
35
Arrive at destination
Red Oaks Drive
Trip Plan
For this 4-hour drive, leaving in the morning is ideal to maximize daylight and avoid rush hour traffic closer to Clinton Township. Since it's a single-day trip, you have flexibility; however, planning one stop around the halfway point is recommended. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before longer stretches on the interstate. The estimated fuel cost of $33 is based on average prices, so adjust if needed. A good place for a break might be around the Lansing area, roughly 90 miles into your 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 106.5 miles from Fremont, MI, or about 2h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 58 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 47 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 106.5 miles or 2h 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clinton Township, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fremont, 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 Fremont, MI
This is one driving day of about 213 miles and 4h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Fremont, 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 58 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 24
5 decision points cluster between mile 40.6 and 192.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
40.6 mi into trip|~57m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
153 mi into trip|~2h 55m in
Take the exit toward I 75, US 23: Saginaw, Detroit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 75, US 23: Saginaw, Detroit
6
153.4 mi into trip|~2h 56m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Detroit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Detroit
6
155.7 mi into trip|~2h 59m in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
192.5 mi into trip|~3h 38m in
Take the exit toward M 59 East: Utica
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 77A
Toward M 59 East: Utica
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.46 one way
$62.91 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg75 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$34.73
$69.45
premium
$4.72
$39.55
$79.10
diesel
$4.80
$40.22
$80.44
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
63.9
0
$22.37
$10.22
Efficient EV
53.3
0
$18.64
$8.52
EV Truck/SUV
85.2
1
$29.82
$13.63
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Fremont, MI
Late night
in Fremont on Tuesday
Local time
5:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Areas Of Smoke
N 5 to 16 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 4:47PM EDT until July 19 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 2:47PM EDT until July 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
Destination
Clinton Township, MI
Late night
in Clinton Township on Tuesday
Local time
5:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Areas Of Smoke
N 7 to 15 mph3% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 4:47PM EDT until July 19 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 2:47PM EDT until July 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
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
5 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
4h 8m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
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 highway driving, with 70% of the 213 miles on major interstates. You'll experience a stretch of 58 miles on I-96 before transitioning to other freeways. Expect to see frequent exits and merges as you navigate through populated areas. The final leg will likely involve more urban driving as you approach Clinton Township.
70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
35 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 58 mi on I 96.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and I 69. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 40.6 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 213 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 40.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 153 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 153.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
987 ft607 ft
Total Climb
399 ft
Total Descent
607 ft
Highest Point
987 ft
~182.6 mi in
Elevation Range
380 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Fremont, MI and Clinton Township, MI, road signs point toward Detroit and M 59 East: Utica.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 8m. Total distance: 213 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 58 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 Clinton Township, 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 40.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 153 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 153.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Clinton Township, MI, but most travelers stay overnight.
