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Trip from Owosso, 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

1h 45m

Distance

82.7 mi

133 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min
4 AM
1h 38m ★
6 AM
1h 46m
8 AM
2h 2m
10 AM
1h 51m
12 PM
1h 50m
3 PM
1h 52m
5 PM
2h 1m
8 PM
1h 41m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Owosso, MI, MI

Owosso, MI

fish socks

Downtown Clinton Township, MI, MI

Clinton Township, MI

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Trip Overview

This 82.7-mile drive from Owosso to Clinton Township is a straightforward, 1-day trip, taking about 1 hour and 45 minutes. Primarily using I-75, M-21, and M-59, you'll find the journey mostly on established roadways. With an estimated fuel cost of $13, this route is an economical option for a quick excursion within Michigan. It offers a mixed driving experience, making it suitable for a single day's travel without the need for an overnight stop. The drive connects two points within the Midwest region, keeping the scenery consistent.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

41.4 miles from Owosso, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 40.5 mi 43m
M-21 18.7 mi 26m
M 59 16 mi 20m
West Main Street 2.9 mi 5m
Cass Avenue 1.6 mi 2m
Romeo Plank Road 1.2 mi 1m
Moravian Drive 1.2 mi 2m
White Oaks Drive 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 75 — 40.5 mi, about 43m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Owosso, MI and Clinton Township, MI.

1

Start on this road

78 ft · 7 sec · this road
2

Turn right

71 ft · 10 sec
3

Turn left onto M 21

2.9 mi · 5 min · West Main Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
4

Continue on M 21

19 mi · 26 min · M-21
Use the left lane.
5

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 15 sec
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Detroit, Ann Arbor Use the left lane.
6

Merge onto I 75; US 23

3.7 mi · 3 min · I 75; US 23
7

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

37 mi · 39 min · I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 47 sec
Exit 77A Toward M 59 East: Utica Use the right lane.
9

Merge onto M 59

16 mi · 20 min · M 59
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Turn right onto Romeo Plank Road

1.0 mi · 1 min · Romeo Plank Road
Use the right lane.
11

Enter roundabout onto Romeo Plank Road

112 ft · 2 sec · Romeo Plank Road
12

Continue on Romeo Plank Road

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Romeo Plank Road
13

Enter roundabout onto Cass Avenue

123 ft · 2 sec · Cass Avenue
14

Continue on Cass Avenue

1.6 mi · 2 min · Cass Avenue
15

Turn right onto Moravian Drive

1.2 mi · 2 min · Moravian Drive
Use the straight lane.
16

Turn right onto White Oaks Drive

0.2 mi · 52 sec · White Oaks Drive
17

Turn right onto Red Oaks Drive

289 ft · 12 sec · Red Oaks Drive
18

Arrive at destination

Red Oaks Drive

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 45 minutes, this trip is easily manageable in a single day. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid the peak rush hour traffic that can affect I-75. There are no specific stops recommended, so you can be flexible with your timing. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the 40.5-mile stretch on I-75, as services can be spaced out. The estimated fuel cost of $13 is quite low, so you likely won't need extensive refueling breaks.

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 41.4 miles from Owosso, MI, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 40.5 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 18 miles or 27m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 41.4 miles or 54m 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 27m

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 Owosso, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Owosso, MI

This is one driving day of about 82.7 miles and 1h 45m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Owosso, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 40.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Waterford, MI, MI

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Waterford, MI

41 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

Flint, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Springfield, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 41.4 miles from Owosso, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Coffee Stop

Ollie's Coffee & Café

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Owosso, Michigan

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+19897200544

Fireside Coffee Co

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Swartz Creek, Michigan

1.7 mi

Detroit Kid City - Clinton Township

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Clinton Township, Michigan

1.8 mi

Cafe Immortelle

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 70.9

Troy, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+12482509858

Visit website

Ollie's Coffee & Café

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Owosso, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+19897200544

Fireside Coffee Co

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 17.7

Swartz Creek, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+18106359196

Visit website

Detroit Kid City - Clinton Township

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 82.7

Clinton Township, Michigan

Visit website

Qamaria Yemeni Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 29.5

Grand Blanc, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+18104984909

Visit website

Coffee First Cafe & Bake Shoppe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 76.8

Sterling Heights, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+15868385353

Visit website

Battle Alley Coffee Co.

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 41.4

Holly, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+12482450512

Visit website

North End Coffee Cafe Bake

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 29.5

Fenton, Michigan

Hours: 6:30 am–4 pm

+18102080665

Visit website

7 Brew Coffee

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Owosso, Michigan

+14793589274

Visit website

Owosso Curwood Castle

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route

Owosso, Michigan

+19897232155

Visit website

Sky Zone Trampoline Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 23.6

Flint, Michigan

Hours: 12–8 pm

+18104078972

Visit website

Flint Children's Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 23.6

Flint, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+18107675437

Visit website

LegaSea Aquarium & The Reptarium

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 70.9

Utica, Michigan

Hours: 11 am–7 pm

+15868846941

Visit website

Independence Oaks County Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 47.3

Village of Clarkston, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–7:30 pm

+12486250877

Visit website

Sloan Museum of Discovery

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 23.6

Flint, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+18102373450

Visit website

Ford Field Central Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 70.9

Shelby Township, Michigan

+15867310300

Visit website

Troy Historic Village

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 70.9

Troy, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+12485243570

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 78.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | M 21 / West Main Street

Turn left onto M 21 / West Main Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.
7
21.6 mi into trip | ~32m in

Take the ramp toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Detroit, Ann Arbor

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the left lane. Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Detroit, Ann Ar...
6
25.4 mi into trip | ~37m 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
62.2 mi into trip | ~1h 16m 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
78.5 mi into trip | ~1h 37m in | Romeo Plank Road

Turn right onto Romeo Plank Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.93 one way

$25.86 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 29 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $14.20 $28.39
premium $4.89 $15.91 $31.83
diesel $5.61 $18.26 $36.52

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$13

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$38–$63

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 28.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 24.8 0 $8.68 $3.97
Efficient EV 20.7 0 $7.24 $3.31
EV Truck/SUV 33.1 0 $11.58 $5.29

Gas CO2

29 kg

EV CO2

10 kg (66% 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 Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Owosso, MI

Late night in Owosso on Sunday

Local time

3:30 AM

EDT

Current temp

46°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Clinton Township, MI

Late night in Clinton Township on Sunday

Local time

3:30 AM

EDT

Current temp

49°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

3 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

1h 45m 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?

This route presents a mixed driving profile, with 49% of the journey on highways. Expect to encounter stretches of faster-paced travel alongside more local road sections. The longest continuous segment you'll experience is 40.5 miles on I-75, offering a period of uninterrupted driving. As you progress, the character of the drive will shift between open highway cruising and navigating through more populated areas, requiring you to adjust your driving style accordingly.

49% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 40.5 mi on I 75.

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 early in the drive near M 21 / West Main Street.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 82.7 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (M 21 / West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 21.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.4 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.

Between Owosso, MI and Clinton Township, MI, road signs point toward Ann Arbor and M 59 East: Utica.

Ann Arbor

21.6 mi in | ~32m

M 59 East: Utica

62.2 mi in | ~1h 16m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 45m. Total distance: 82.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (49%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 40.5 miles on I 75. 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: near the start (M 21 / West Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 21.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 25.4 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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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