Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
49m
Distance
38.8 mi
62 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Port Huron, MI
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Clinton Township, MI
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Connecting Port Huron to Clinton Township, this 38.8-mile drive is a straightforward trip across Michigan’s Midwest landscape. Expect to spend about 49 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a quick one-day excursion. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $6, the route is as economical as it is efficient. Since the entire journey remains within the same state, you won't need to worry about regional transitions or overnight logistics. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a short getaway, the simplicity of this trip allows for a stress-free travel experience. It is a practical, no-nonsense connection that gets you from point A to point B without any unnecessary detours.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 25.8 mi | 27m |
| North Groesbeck Highway | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Electric Avenue | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Gratiot Boulevard | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Hall Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Military Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Harrington Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| William P Rosso Highway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Port Huron, MI and Clinton Township, MI.
Start on this road
Turn left onto Union Street
Turn right onto I 69 BL; I 94 BL
Continue on I 94 BL
Keep slight right at fork onto I 94 BL
Continue on I 94 BL
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 94
Take the exit
Turn right onto M 59
Continue on M 59
Take the exit
Merge onto M 59
Turn right onto M 97
Turn right onto Harrington Street
At end of road, turn left onto Moravian Drive
Turn right onto White Oaks Drive
Turn right onto Red Oaks Drive
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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.
A short stop after about 38.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 19.4 miles from Port Huron, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 38.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto Union Street
Navigation decision point
Take the ramp toward I 94 West: Detroit
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward M 59: Utica, Selfridge ANG
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto M 97 / North Groesbeck Highway
Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn left onto Moravian Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$6.07 one way
$12.13 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.66 | $13.32 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.47 | $14.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.57 | $17.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.07 | $1.86 |
| Efficient EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.39 | $1.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.43 | $2.48 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Port Huron on Sunday
Local time
3:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Patchy Fog then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Late night in Clinton Township on Sunday
Local time
3:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
47°F
Milton, MI
19 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This drive is primarily a highway-focused experience, with 67% of your travel occurring on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-94, which serves as the backbone of the trip, including a longest uninterrupted stretch of 25.8 miles. As you transition off the interstate, the character of the road shifts toward local navigation, utilizing North Groesbeck Highway and Electric Avenue to reach your final destination. You can expect a consistent pace throughout the journey, trading the high-speed flow of the freeway for the more controlled environment of local roads. It is a functional drive that prioritizes speed and directness, keeping you moving steadily until you arrive in Clinton Township.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and North Groesbeck Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Union Street.
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 38.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 49m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Union Street): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 32.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Port Huron, MI and Clinton Township, MI, road signs point toward M 59: Utica and Selfridge Ang.
M 59: Utica
Selfridge Ang
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 38.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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