Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
47m
Distance
33.6 mi
54 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rochester Hills, MI
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Clyde, MI
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If you are planning a quick excursion from Rochester Hills to Clyde, you are looking at a manageable 33.6-mile trek that typically takes about 47 minutes. This short jaunt is perfect for a one-day trip, meaning you can easily head out and return without needing an overnight stay. With a fuel budget of just $5, it is an incredibly economical route to navigate. You will stay within the Midwest region for the entire journey, moving between two Michigan communities. It is a straightforward drive that works well for those who prefer to keep their travel time minimal and their planning simple.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 14.8 mi | 15m |
| White Lake Road | 10 mi | 15m |
| M 59 | 2.6 mi | 2m |
| Dixie Highway | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| West Hamlin Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Milford Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Andersonville Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Crooks Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Rochester Hills, MI and Clyde, MI.
Start on Dickson Lane
At end of road, turn right onto Downhill Lane
Turn right onto Dressler Lane
Turn left onto South Livernois Road
Enter roundabout onto West Hamlin Road
Continue on West Hamlin Road
Turn left onto Crooks Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto M 59
Take the exit
Merge onto I 75
Take the exit
Turn left onto US 24
Turn right onto White Lake Road
Turn right onto Andersonville Road
Turn left onto White Lake Road
Enter roundabout onto White Lake Road
Continue on White Lake Road
Enter roundabout onto White Lake Road
Continue on White Lake Road
Continue on Milford Road
Turn left onto Railroad Street
Turn right onto Bishop
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 16.8 miles from Rochester Hills, 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 2 and 31.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the ramp toward M 59 West: Pontiac
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 75 North: Flint
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 24: Dixie Highway, Waterford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left onto US 24 / Dixie Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Enter roundabout onto White Lake Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Regular Gas
$5.25 one way
$10.51 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.77 | $11.54 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.47 | $12.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.42 | $14.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.8 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 | 10.1 | 0 | $3.53 | $1.61 |
| Efficient EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.94 | $1.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.70 | $2.15 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Rochester Hills on Tuesday
Local time
9:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
Destination
Morning in Clyde on Tuesday
Local time
9:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
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 trip features a mixed drive profile that keeps the pace varied as you transition between road types. You will spend roughly 44% of your time on highways, balancing faster stretches with local transitions. The longest uninterrupted segment occurs on I-75, where you will cover 14.8 miles of highway before shifting gears. By combining I-75, White Lake Road, and M-59, the route offers a functional mix of high-speed interstate travel and local roadway navigation. Expect the character of the drive to shift as you move off the main arteries and onto the secondary roads connecting these two Michigan points.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 18 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 33.6 miles you will encounter 18 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: at 2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 5.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
366 ft
Total Descent
149 ft
Highest Point
1,094 ft
~28.8 mi in
Elevation Range
277 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Rochester Hills, MI and Clyde, MI, road signs point toward M 59 West: Pontiac and Waterford.
M 59 West: Pontiac
Waterford
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 33.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (44%). 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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