Origin
Ortonville, MI
Late night in Ortonville on Sunday
Local time
12:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ortonville, MI to Clinton Township, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
57m
Distance
42.3 mi
68 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ortonville, MI
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Clinton Township, MI
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Trip Overview
Ortonville to Clinton Township is 42.3 miles and takes about 57 minutes via M 59 and I-75 South, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This Midwest journey stays within Michigan, offering a straightforward drive. Expect a mixed driving experience that won't demand a full day, making it a good option for a quick trip or an add-on to another local adventure. It’s a practical route for getting from point A to B without much fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| M 59 | 16 mi | 20m |
| I-75 South | 13.5 mi | 14m |
| South Ortonville Road | 7.3 mi | 10m |
| Cass Avenue | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Romeo Plank Road | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Moravian Drive | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| South Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| White Oaks Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
M 59
— 16 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ortonville, MI and Clinton Township, MI.
1
Start on Mill Street
463 ft
·
21 sec
·
Mill Street
2
Turn left onto South Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Street
3
Turn slight left onto M 15
7.3 mi
·
10 min
·
South Ortonville Road
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 75 South: Detroit
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 75
13 mi
·
14 min
·
I-75 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 77A
Toward M 59 East: Utica
Use the right lane.
7
Merge onto M 59
16 mi
·
20 min
·
M 59
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn right onto Romeo Plank Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Romeo Plank Road
Use the right lane.
9
Enter roundabout onto Romeo Plank Road
112 ft
·
2 sec
·
Romeo Plank Road
10
Continue on Romeo Plank Road
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Romeo Plank Road
11
Enter roundabout onto Cass Avenue
123 ft
·
2 sec
·
Cass Avenue
12
Continue on Cass Avenue
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Cass Avenue
13
Turn right onto Moravian Drive
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Moravian Drive
Use the straight lane.
14
Turn right onto White Oaks Drive
0.2 mi
·
52 sec
·
White Oaks Drive
15
Turn right onto Red Oaks Drive
289 ft
·
12 sec
·
Red Oaks Drive
16
Arrive at destination
Red Oaks Drive
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.1 miles from Ortonville, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 8 and 40.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
8 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 South: Detroit
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 75 South: Detroit
5
8.3 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
I 75 / I-75 South
Merge onto I 75 / I-75 South
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
21.8 mi into trip
|
~28m 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
6
38 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
Romeo Plank Road
Turn right onto Romeo Plank Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
40.8 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
Moravian Drive
Turn right onto Moravian Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.61 one way
$13.23 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.26 | $14.52 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.14 | $16.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.34 | $18.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.44 | $2.03 |
| Efficient EV | 10.6 | 0 | $3.70 | $1.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.92 | $2.71 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Late night in Clinton Township on Sunday
Local time
12:27 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SSE 13 mph
69% chance
Live forecast
Tornado Watch
Tornado Watch issued April 17 at 10:44PM EDT until April 18 at 3:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 17 at 10:36PM EDT by NWS Marquette MI
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
13 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
57m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive offers a blend of highway and local road experiences, with 32% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter a solid 16-mile stretch on M 59, which should provide a good opportunity to settle into a rhythm. The route transitions from local roads near Ortonville onto more substantial highways like I-75 South, offering a varied feel as you progress toward Clinton Township. It’s not an all-interstate grind, nor is it a winding country lane; expect a practical mix.
32% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16 mi on M 59.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 42.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 57m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 8.3 miles (I 75 / I-75 South): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.8 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.
On the drive from Ortonville, MI to Clinton Township, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 59 East: Utica along the way.
M 59 East: Utica
21.8 mi in
|
~28m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 42.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (32%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16 miles on M 59. 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.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 8 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 8.3 miles (I 75 / I-75 South): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.8 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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