This 218.6-mile journey from Lakewood Club to Clinton Township, Michigan, is a straightforward drive best suited for a single day, taking approximately 4 hours and 3 minutes to complete. You'll primarily be on major interstates, with an 87% highway share, making it a focused drive. The estimated fuel cost is around $34, and with only one recommended stop, this route is designed for efficiency. Both your origin and destination are within the Midwest region, so you'll experience a consistent feel throughout your trip. Consider this a practical option when you need to cover ground quickly between these two Michigan points.
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
109.3 miles from Lakewood Club, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 96
88.7 mi
1h 35m
I 69
51.5 mi
52m
I 75
38.7 mi
41m
M 59
16 mi
20m
US 31
10.7 mi
11m
Russell Road
3.3 mi
4m
Cass Avenue
1.6 mi
2m
Romeo Plank Road
1.2 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 88.7 mi, about 1h 35m
Traffic on I-96
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 32 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,862 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,464
Quietest
2 AM
~105 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
17.7×
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 Lakewood Club, MI and Clinton Township, MI.
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Start on Maple Road
401 ft·19 sec·Maple Road
2
Turn right onto Clover Road
0.1 mi·37 sec·Clover Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto West Lakewood Road
1.1 mi·1 min·West Lakewood Road
4
At end of road, turn right onto B-23
3.3 mi·4 min·Russell Road
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·37 sec
6
Merge onto US 31
4.4 mi·4 min·US 31
7
Keep slight left at fork onto US 31
6.3 mi·6 min·US 31
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·48 sec
Exit 110AToward I 96: Grand Rapids, LansingUse the straight / right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 96
89 mi·1 hr 35 min·I 96
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the exit
2.5 mi·2 min
Exit 89Toward I 69 East: Flint
11
Merge onto I 69
52 mi·52 min·I 69
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Toward I 75, US 23: Saginaw, DetroitUse the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·46 sec
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Detroit
14
Merge onto I 75; US 23
1.9 mi·2 min·I 75; US 23
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
37 mi·39 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi·47 sec
Exit 77AToward M 59 East: UticaUse the right lane.
17
Merge onto M 59
16 mi·20 min·M 59
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn right onto Romeo Plank Road
1.0 mi·1 min·Romeo Plank Road
Use the right lane.
19
Enter roundabout onto Romeo Plank Road
112 ft·2 sec·Romeo Plank Road
20
Continue on Romeo Plank Road
0.1 mi·11 sec·Romeo Plank Road
21
Enter roundabout onto Cass Avenue
123 ft·2 sec·Cass Avenue
22
Continue on Cass Avenue
1.6 mi·2 min·Cass Avenue
23
Turn right onto Moravian Drive
1.2 mi·2 min·Moravian Drive
Use the straight lane.
24
Turn right onto White Oaks Drive
0.2 mi·52 sec·White Oaks Drive
25
Turn right onto Red Oaks Drive
289 ft·12 sec·Red Oaks Drive
26
Arrive at destination
Red Oaks Drive
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour duration, starting your drive from Lakewood Club in the morning is advisable to arrive in Clinton Township with ample daylight. With only one recommended stop and a highway-focused profile, you can easily complete this trip without an overnight stay. Factor in the $34 fuel cost for budgeting. Keep an eye on the longest stretch of 88.7 miles on I-96; ensure you have adequate fuel before embarking on this segment, as services might be less frequent during this portion of the drive.
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 109.3 miles from Lakewood Club, MI, or about 2h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 88.7 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 48 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 109.3 miles or 2h 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 13m
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 Lakewood Club, 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 Lakewood Club, MI
This is one driving day of about 218.6 miles and 4h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 48 miles from Lakewood Club, 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 88.7 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 22
5 decision points cluster between mile 15.6 and 198.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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15.6 mi into trip|~19m in
Take the exit toward I 96: Grand Rapids, Lansing
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 110A
Toward I 96: Grand Rapids, Lansing
7
158.6 mi into trip|~2h 50m 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
159 mi into trip|~2h 51m 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
161.3 mi into trip|~2h 54m 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
198.1 mi into trip|~3h 33m 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
$32.28 one way
$64.56 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg77 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$35.64
$71.28
premium
$4.72
$40.59
$81.17
diesel
$4.80
$41.28
$82.55
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 76.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
65.6
0
$22.95
$10.49
Efficient EV
54.7
0
$19.13
$8.74
EV Truck/SUV
87.4
1
$30.60
$13.99
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Lakewood Club, MI
Night
in Lakewood Club on Monday
Local time
10:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Areas Of Smoke
NNW 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
Night
in Clinton Township on Monday
Local time
10:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Patchy Smoke
NW 15 mph14% 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
83°F
Perry, MI
109 mi in
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 3m 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?
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this trip, as you'll be on major interstates like I-96, I-69, and I-75 for 87% of the route. The longest uninterrupted stretch measures 88.7 miles on I-96, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent speed and highway conditions. This profile suggests a drive where you'll be in the flow of traffic on well-maintained roads, rather than navigating winding backroads. The character remains largely consistent, prioritizing direct travel over varied scenery.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 88.7 mi on I 96.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 15.6 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
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 22 significant decision points across 218.6 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 15.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 158.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 159 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,047 ft607 ft
Total Climb
566 ft
Total Descent
637 ft
Highest Point
1,047 ft
~187.4 mi in
Elevation Range
441 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lakewood Club, MI and Clinton Township, MI, road signs point toward Lansing, Detroit and M 59 East: Utica.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 3m. Total distance: 218.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 88.7 miles on I 96. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 17 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 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. There are 17 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 15.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 158.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 159 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 8.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Clinton Township, MI, but most travelers stay overnight.
