Origin
Onondaga, MI
Morning in Onondaga on Tuesday
Local time
11:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Onondaga, MI to Clinton Township, MI
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 17m
Distance
111 mi
179 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 8m
★
6 AM
2h 18m
8 AM
2h 37m
10 AM
2h 24m
12 PM
2h 22m
3 PM
2h 25m
5 PM
2h 36m
8 PM
2h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Onondaga, MI
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Clinton Township, MI
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 111-mile drive from Onondaga, MI to Clinton Township, MI will take you about 2 hours and 17 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day trip, especially with an estimated fuel cost of just $17. The route is primarily highway-focused, making it an efficient way to travel between these two points within Michigan's Midwest region. You'll spend most of your time on well-traveled roads like US 127, M 14, and I 96, so you can expect a predictable journey. This drive offers a practical and budget-friendly option for getting from point A to point B without needing an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
55.5 miles from Onondaga, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 6m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 127 | 39.6 mi | 43m |
| M 14 | 22.2 mi | 23m |
| I 96 | 9.2 mi | 9m |
| Groesbeck Highway | 7.4 mi | 12m |
| Walter P Reuther Freeway | 6.8 mi | 7m |
| Jeffries Freeway (Express) | 5.3 mi | 5m |
| Rives Eaton Road | 4.8 mi | 8m |
| North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway | 4.6 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
US 127
— 39.6 mi, about 43m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Onondaga, MI and Clinton Township, MI.
1
Start on Bellevue Road
180 ft
·
5 sec
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Bellevue Road
2
Turn left onto Oak Street
323 ft
·
10 sec
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Oak Street
3
Turn right onto Onondaga Road
191 ft
·
5 sec
·
Onondaga Road
4
Turn left onto Old Plank Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Plank Road
5
Continue on Hunt Road
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Hunt Road
6
Continue on Baseline Road
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Baseline Road
7
Keep slight right at fork onto Rives Eaton Road
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Rives Eaton Road
8
Turn left onto West Berry Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Berry Road
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward US 127 South: Jackson
10
Merge onto US 127
7.2 mi
·
7 min
·
US 127
11
Take the ramp onto US 127
32 mi
·
35 min
·
US 127
Toward I 94, US 127: Detroit
12
Keep slight left at fork onto M 14
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
M 14
Exit 171
Toward M 14: Plymouth
13
Keep right at fork onto M 14
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
M 14
Toward M 14 East, US 23 South: Plymouth
14
Keep slight left at fork onto M 14
15 mi
·
16 min
·
M 14
Exit 42
Toward M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Continue on I 96
9.2 mi
·
9 min
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I 96
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
5.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Jeffries Freeway (Express)
Toward I 96 Express: Downtown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Exit 186B
Toward Davison Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on M 8
2.2 mi
·
5 min
·
M 8
19
Continue on M 8
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Davison Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward I 75: Flint, Toledo
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
Toward I 75 North: Flint
Use the slight left lane.
22
Merge onto I 75
4.6 mi
·
4 min
·
North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 61
Toward I 696: Lansing, Port Huron
Use the slight right lane.
24
Keep slight right at fork onto I-75 North to I-696 East
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
I-75 North to I-696 East
Toward I 696 East: Port Huron
Use the slight right lane.
25
Continue on I 696
6.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Walter P Reuther Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 26
Toward M 97: Groesbeck Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Turn straight onto East 11 Mile Road
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
East 11 Mile Road
28
Turn left onto M 97
7.4 mi
·
12 min
·
Groesbeck Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
29
Turn left onto Harrington Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Harrington Street
Use the left lane.
30
At end of road, turn left onto Moravian Drive
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Moravian Drive
Use the left lane.
31
Turn right onto White Oaks Drive
0.2 mi
·
52 sec
·
White Oaks Drive
32
Turn right onto Red Oaks Drive
289 ft
·
12 sec
·
Red Oaks Drive
33
Arrive at destination
Red Oaks Drive
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 2-hour duration, this trip is best tackled in a single day. Consider departing in the morning to avoid potential afternoon traffic, especially as you approach the Detroit metropolitan area. With no designated stops included in the data, you have the flexibility to pause for breaks as needed, perhaps at one of the numerous service areas along I 96. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated $17 cost suggests a straightforward fuel strategy, but it's always wise to top up before hitting the longest 39.6-mile stretch on US 127 to ensure uninterrupted progress.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 55.5 miles from Onondaga, MI, or about 1h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 39.6 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 24 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.5 miles or 1h 6m 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 49m
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 Onondaga, 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 Onondaga, MI
This is one driving day of about 111 miles and 2h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Onondaga, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 127 for about 39.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
56 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 55.5 miles from Onondaga, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 245 decision points cluster between mile 55.6 and 94.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
9
55.6 mi into trip
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~1h 6m in
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M 14
Keep slight left at fork onto M 14 toward M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 42
Toward M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia
7
79.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 32m in
|
I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Express)
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Express) toward I 96 Express: Downtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 96 Express: Downtown
7
85.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 38m in
Take the exit toward Davison Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 186B
Toward Davison Avenue
7
89.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 46m in
Take the exit toward I 75: Flint, Toledo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75: Flint, Toledo
8
94.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 52m in
Take the exit toward I 696: Lansing, Port Huron
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 61
Toward I 696: Lansing, Port Huron
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.35 one way
$34.71 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $19.05 | $38.11 |
| premium | $4.89 | $21.36 | $42.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.51 | $49.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.3 | 0 | $11.65 | $5.33 |
| Efficient EV | 27.8 | 0 | $9.71 | $4.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.4 | 0 | $15.54 | $7.10 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Destination
Clinton Township, MI
Morning in Clinton Township on Tuesday
Local time
11:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°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
21 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 17m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this 111-mile journey, with 61% of the drive utilizing major roadways. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 39.6 miles on US 127, offering a good period of consistent travel. The route mainly consists of efficient highway driving, which means you'll likely encounter steady speeds and fewer delays. While not designed for scenic exploration, this character ensures a direct and purposeful transit between Onondaga and Clinton Township. The progression is generally about maintaining momentum on the main arteries.
61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
33 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 39.6 mi on US 127.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 127 and M 14. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 55.6 miles in near M 14.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 111 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 55.6 miles (M 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 79.9 miles (I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Express)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 85.2 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Onondaga, MI and Clinton Township, MI, road signs point toward M 14: Plymouth, M 14 East, M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia, Toledo and Port Huron - among others.
M 14: Plymouth
48.6 mi in
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~59m
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via M 14
M 14 East
53.3 mi in
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~1h 4m
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via M 14
M 14 East: Plymouth
55.6 mi in
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~1h 6m
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via M 14
Livonia
55.6 mi in
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~1h 6m
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via M 14
Toledo
89.1 mi in
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~1h 46m
Port Huron
94.5 mi in
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~1h 52m
M 97: Groesbeck Highway
101.9 mi in
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~2h 1m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 17m. Total distance: 111 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 39.6 miles on US 127. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 55.6 miles (M 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 79.9 miles (I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Express)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 85.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Clinton Township, MI before heading back.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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