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Trip from Potterville, 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

2h 12m

Distance

106.9 mi

172 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$17

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min
4 AM
2h 4m ★
6 AM
2h 13m
8 AM
2h 32m
10 AM
2h 19m
12 PM
2h 18m
3 PM
2h 20m
5 PM
2h 31m
8 PM
2h 7m

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

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Downtown Potterville, MI, MI

Potterville, MI

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Downtown Clinton Township, MI, MI

Clinton Township, MI

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Trip Overview

This 106.9-mile drive from Potterville to Clinton Township, Michigan, is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 12 minutes. It's an ideal day trip, so no need to worry about booking overnight stays. You'll primarily be on I-96, Walter P. Reuther Freeway, and Groesbeck Highway, with 79% of the journey on highways. With an estimated fuel cost of $17, it's an economical option for exploring the Midwest. This route keeps you moving efficiently through Michigan.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Midpoint

53.4 miles from Potterville, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 96 65 mi 1h 9m
Walter P Reuther Freeway 14 mi 15m
Groesbeck Highway 7.4 mi 12m
West 10 Mile Road 6.7 mi 13m
I 69 3.2 mi 3m
John C Lodge Freeway 2.5 mi 2m
Lansing Road 1.6 mi 2m
East Heights Drive 1.4 mi 2m
Longest stretch: I 96 — 65 mi, about 1h 9m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on M 100

0.5 mi · 58 sec · Potterville Street
2

Continue on M 100

0.2 mi · 31 sec · Hartel Road
3

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 54 sec
4

Merge onto I 69

3.2 mi · 3 min · I 69
5

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Toward Lansing Road
6

Keep slight left at fork

520 ft · 13 sec
Toward Lansing Road
7

Turn right onto Lansing Road

1.6 mi · 2 min · Lansing Road
8

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 59 sec
Toward I-96 EAST: Detroit
9

Merge onto I 96

65 mi · 1 hr 9 min · I 96
Use the straight / right lanes.
10

Continue on I 696

8.9 mi · 10 min · Walter P Reuther Freeway
Toward I 696 East, M 5 East: Port Huron Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Merge onto M 10

2.5 mi · 2 min · John C Lodge Freeway
12

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 20 sec
Exit 15 Toward 10 Mile Road, Evergreen Road Use the slight right lane.
13

Turn straight onto Northwestern Highway

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Northwestern Highway
14

Turn left onto West 10 Mile Road

6.6 mi · 13 min · West 10 Mile Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
15

Continue on South Chrysler Drive

0.2 mi · 22 sec · South Chrysler Drive
16

Turn left

297 ft · 16 sec
Use the left lane.
17

Turn left onto North Chrysler Drive

0.1 mi · 13 sec · North Chrysler Drive
18

Keep slight right at fork onto West 10 Mile Road

499 ft · 10 sec · West 10 Mile Road
19

Continue on East Heights Drive

1.4 mi · 2 min · East Heights Drive
20

Continue on Walter P Reuther Drive

0.2 mi · 22 sec · Walter P Reuther Drive
Use the straight / left lanes.
21

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 36 sec
Toward I 696 East
22

Merge onto I 696

5.1 mi · 5 min · Walter P Reuther Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec
Exit 26 Toward M 97: Groesbeck Highway Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24

Turn straight onto East 11 Mile Road

0.5 mi · 59 sec · East 11 Mile Road
25

Turn left onto M 97

7.4 mi · 12 min · Groesbeck Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
26

Turn left onto Harrington Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · Harrington Street
Use the left lane.
27

At end of road, turn left onto Moravian Drive

0.1 mi · 17 sec · Moravian Drive
Use the left lane.
28

Turn right onto White Oaks Drive

0.2 mi · 52 sec · White Oaks Drive
29

Turn right onto Red Oaks Drive

289 ft · 12 sec · Red Oaks Drive
30

Arrive at destination

Red Oaks Drive

Trip Plan

Given the 2-hour and 12-minute duration, leaving Potterville in the morning allows you to reach Clinton Township with plenty of daylight. Since this is a single-day trip, you have the flexibility to depart when it's most convenient for you. There are no designated stops in the data, so plan your own breaks as needed, perhaps around the 65-mile mark on I-96 where you'll have driven the longest stretch. Keep an eye on your fuel level, with an estimated cost of $17 for the trip, and consider topping off before you leave Potterville to ensure a seamless drive.

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 53.4 miles from Potterville, MI, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65 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 28m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 53.4 miles or 1h 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 41m

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 Potterville, 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 Potterville, MI

This is one driving day of about 106.9 miles and 2h 12m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Potterville, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 96 for about 65 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Southfield, MI

53 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

Haslett, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Howell, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 53.4 miles from Potterville, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 96 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65 miles.

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

Farmhouse Coffee & Ice Cream

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Farmington Hills, Michigan

Later in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 76.3

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+12485627708

Visit website

Brighton Coffee House and Theater

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Brighton, Michigan

1.6 mi

Black Iron Coffee Roasters

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Howell, Michigan

1.4 mi

Anastasia and Katie's Coffee Shop & Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 76.3

Livonia, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+12489578019

Visit website

Farmhouse Coffee & Ice Cream

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 76.3

Farmington Hills, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+12485627708

Visit website

Brighton Coffee House and Theater

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 53.4

Brighton, Michigan

Hours: 6:30 am–6:30 pm

Visit website

Black Iron Coffee Roasters

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 45.8

Howell, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+15172958259

Visit website

Built & Brewed In Detroit Coffee Bar (Inside Michigan First Credit Union)

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 84

Lathrup Village, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

Visit website

Good Deeds Coffee Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 38.2

Fowlerville, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+15172199046

Visit website

Detroit Kid City - Clinton Township

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 106.9

Clinton Township, Michigan

Visit website

Ground Control Coffee Roasters

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 76.3

Farmington, Michigan

Hours: 6:30 am–6 pm

+12489872013

Visit website

Apothecary Espresso and Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 76.3

Farmington, Michigan

Hours: 7:30 am–10 pm

Visit website

The Fifth Wall Escape Rooms

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 91.6

Ferndale, Michigan

Hours: 3–10 pm

+12482914305

Visit website

Painting with a Twist

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 76.3

Farmington, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+12484767928

Visit website

Breakout Escape Rooms Royal Oak

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 91.6

Royal Oak, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–11:30 pm

+15863596944

Visit website

Painting with a Twist

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 91.6

Ferndale, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+12488507182

Visit website

Harris Nature Center

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 22.9

Okemos, Michigan

Hours: 9 am–3 pm

+15173493866

Visit website

Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 15.3

East Lansing, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

+15178844800

Visit website

Maybury State Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 68.7

Northville, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+12483498390

Visit website

Maybury Farm

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 68.7

Northville, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–2 pm

+12483740200

Visit website

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 4.7 and 106.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
4.7 mi into trip | ~6m in

Keep slight left at fork toward Lansing Road

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward Lansing Road
8
83.3 mi into trip | ~1h 32m in

Take the exit toward 10 Mile Road, Evergreen Road

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 15 Toward 10 Mile Road, Evergreen Road
6
90.5 mi into trip | ~1h 46m in

Turn left

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
7
97.8 mi into trip | ~1h 56m in

Take the exit toward M 97: Groesbeck Highway

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 26 Toward M 97: Groesbeck Highway
6
106.5 mi into trip | ~2h 11m in | Moravian Drive

At end of road, turn left onto Moravian Drive

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$16.71 one way

$33.43 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 37 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $18.35 $36.70
premium $4.89 $20.57 $41.14
diesel $5.61 $23.60 $47.20

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: 37.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 32.1 0 $11.22 $5.13
Efficient EV 26.7 0 $9.35 $4.28
EV Truck/SUV 42.8 0 $14.97 $6.84

Gas CO2

37 kg

EV CO2

13 kg (65% 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

Potterville, MI

Late night in Potterville on Sunday

Local time

5:58 AM

EDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Clinton Township, MI

Late night in Clinton Township on Sunday

Local time

5:58 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

2 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 12m 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 predominantly highway-focused experience on this 106.9-mile journey. With 79% of the route utilizing major freeways like I-96, you'll encounter consistent speed limits and relatively smooth driving. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 65 miles on I-96, offering a good opportunity to settle into a rhythm. While the profile suggests a highway-focused drive, be aware that transitions between these main roads, like shifting from I-96 to the Walter P. Reuther Freeway, will involve changes in traffic patterns and speed.

79% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 65 mi on I 96.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and Walter P Reuther Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.7 miles in.

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 22 significant decision points across 106.9 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 4.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 83.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 90.5 miles: 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 Potterville, MI and Clinton Township, MI, road signs point toward M 5 East: Port Huron and M 97: Groesbeck Highway.

M 5 East: Port Huron

71.9 mi in | ~1h 19m | via I 696

M 97: Groesbeck Highway

97.8 mi in | ~1h 56m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 12m. Total distance: 106.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (79%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 65 miles on I 96. 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 4.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 83.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 90.5 miles: 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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