This 440-mile drive from Harris, MI, to Clinton Township, MI, will take approximately 8 hours and 10 minutes of driving time. With a highway share of 74%, it's a largely highway-focused journey through the Midwest. Given the duration, it's best to plan for at least two days to comfortably complete this trip, rather than attempting it as a single-day endeavor. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $69. You'll make about 2 planned stops along the way, breaking up the journey into manageable segments. This route offers a practical way to travel across Michigan.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
220.2 miles from Harris, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 13m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
266 mi
4h 35m
West Lakeshore Drive
88.4 mi
1h 44m
US-2/US-41/M-35
46 mi
55m
M 59
16 mi
20m
US 2 & 41
11.8 mi
14m
US 2
3.2 mi
3m
North Lincoln Road
2.1 mi
3m
Cass Avenue
1.6 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 266 mi, about 4h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harris, MI and Clinton Township, MI.
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Start on US 2; US 41
12 mi·14 min·US 2 & 41
2
Continue on US 2; US 41
1.5 mi·1 min·Ludington Street
3
Turn left onto US 2; US 41; M 35
2.1 mi·3 min·North Lincoln Road
Use the left lane.
4
Continue on US 2; US 41; M 35
46 mi·55 min·US-2/US-41/M-35
5
Continue on US 2
88 mi·1 hr 44 min·West Lakeshore Drive
6
Continue on US 2
3.2 mi·3 min·US 2
7
Continue on US 2
0.5 mi·46 sec·US-2 West
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·44 sec
Toward I 75 South: Mackinac Bridge
9
Merge onto I 75
94 mi·1 hr 37 min·I 75
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
124 mi·2 hr 7 min·I 75
Toward I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23
11 mi·11 min·I 75; US 23
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
37 mi·39 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi·47 sec
Exit 77AToward M 59 East: UticaUse the right lane.
14
Merge onto M 59
16 mi·20 min·M 59
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn right onto Romeo Plank Road
1.0 mi·1 min·Romeo Plank Road
Use the right lane.
16
Enter roundabout onto Romeo Plank Road
112 ft·2 sec·Romeo Plank Road
17
Continue on Romeo Plank Road
0.1 mi·11 sec·Romeo Plank Road
18
Enter roundabout onto Cass Avenue
123 ft·2 sec·Cass Avenue
19
Continue on Cass Avenue
1.6 mi·2 min·Cass Avenue
20
Turn right onto Moravian Drive
1.2 mi·2 min·Moravian Drive
Use the straight lane.
21
Turn right onto White Oaks Drive
0.2 mi·52 sec·White Oaks Drive
22
Turn right onto Red Oaks Drive
289 ft·12 sec·Red Oaks Drive
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Arrive at destination
Red Oaks Drive
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 8-hour, 10-minute drive, consider splitting it into two days. This allows for a more relaxed pace and time to enjoy the two recommended stops. Departing earlier in the morning, especially on a weekday, can help you avoid heavier traffic closer to Clinton Township. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without a significant change in major road type is 266 miles on I-75; plan your refueling stops accordingly. The estimated fuel cost of $69 is a good baseline for budgeting your trip.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 220.2 miles from Harris, MI, or about 4h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 266 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 97 miles or 1h 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 220.2 miles or 4h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 220.2 miles or 4h 13m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 58m
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 Harris, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Harris, MI
Aim for roughly 220 miles and 4.1 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Clinton Township, MI
Aim for roughly 220 miles and 4.1 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 97 miles from Harris, MI.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 266 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 13.4 and 436.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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13.4 mi into trip|~16m in|US 2; US 41; M 35 / North Lincoln Road
Turn left onto US 2; US 41; M 35 / North Lincoln Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
248 mi into trip|~4h 42m in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
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383.1 mi into trip|~7h 1m 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
419.9 mi into trip|~7h 40m 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
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436.2 mi into trip|~8h 2m in|Romeo Plank Road
Turn right onto Romeo Plank Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$68.85 one way
$137.70 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg154 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$75.60
$151.19
premium
$4.89
$84.75
$169.50
diesel
$5.61
$97.23
$194.47
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$69
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$199–$309
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 154.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $46 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
132.1
1
$46.24
$21.14
Efficient EV
110.1
1
$38.54
$17.62
EV Truck/SUV
176.2
2
$61.66
$28.19
Gas CO2
154 kg
EV CO2
52 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 18, 2026
Origin
Harris, MI
Night
in Harris on Saturday
Local time
11:16 PM
CDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Clinton Township, MI
Late night
in Clinton Township on Sunday
Local time
12:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
SSE 12 mph73% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 18 at 1:58AM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 18 at 12:31AM EDT until April 18 at 6:30AM EDT by NWS Marquette 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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
Time zone
1 hour later
The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.
Temperature spread
14 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
8h 10m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this 440-mile route, with 74% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I-75, which constitutes the longest uninterrupted stretch at 266 miles. The primary roads include I-75, West Lakeshore Drive, and a section of US-2/US-41/M-35, offering a mix of high-speed travel and potentially more scenic, albeit slower, sections. This profile suggests a drive that transitions from faster interstate cruising to more localized routes as you approach your destination.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 266 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and West Lakeshore Drive. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 13.4 miles in near US 2; US 41; M 35 / North Lincoln Road.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 440.4 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 13.4 miles (US 2; US 41; M 35 / North Lincoln Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 248 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 383.1 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Harris, MI to Clinton Township, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Detroit along the way.
Detroit
248 mi in|~4h 42m|via I 75
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 266 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 220 miles on day one.
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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 13.4 miles (US 2; US 41; M 35 / North Lincoln Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 248 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 383.1 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 8.2 hours each way, a round trip means 16.3 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Clinton Township, MI before the return drive.
