Trowbridge to Clinton Township is 247 miles and takes about 4 hours 27 minutes via I 75 and M 59, with a fuel budget near $39 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Michigan, moving you across the Midwest region. The route is primarily highway driving, making it a straightforward option for getting between these two points. Consider this drive if you're looking for an efficient way to cover ground without extensive planning, as it's designed to be completed in a single day.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
123.5 miles from Trowbridge, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 10m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
222.5 mi
3h 48m
M 59
16 mi
20m
Trowbridge Road
3.1 mi
7m
Cass Avenue
1.6 mi
2m
Romeo Plank Road
1.2 mi
1m
Moravian Drive
1.2 mi
2m
East Main Street
0.3 mi
<1m
White Oaks Drive
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 222.5 mi, about 3h 48m
Traffic on I-75
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 41 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~1,882 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,736
Quietest
2 AM
~90 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
20.9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Trowbridge, MI and Clinton Township, MI.
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Start on Lance Lake Road
273 ft·13 sec·Lance Lake Road
2
Turn right onto Trowbridge Road
3.1 mi·7 min·Trowbridge Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto Ballard Street
0.1 mi·17 sec·Ballard Street
4
At end of road, turn right onto C-58
0.3 mi·36 sec·East Main Street
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·50 sec
Toward I 75 South
6
Merge onto I 75
51 mi·50 min·I 75
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
124 mi·2 hr 7 min·I 75
Toward I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23
11 mi·11 min·I 75; US 23
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
37 mi·39 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi·47 sec
Exit 77AToward M 59 East: UticaUse the right lane.
11
Merge onto M 59
16 mi·20 min·M 59
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn right onto Romeo Plank Road
1.0 mi·1 min·Romeo Plank Road
Use the right lane.
13
Enter roundabout onto Romeo Plank Road
112 ft·2 sec·Romeo Plank Road
14
Continue on Romeo Plank Road
0.1 mi·11 sec·Romeo Plank Road
15
Enter roundabout onto Cass Avenue
123 ft·2 sec·Cass Avenue
16
Continue on Cass Avenue
1.6 mi·2 min·Cass Avenue
17
Turn right onto Moravian Drive
1.2 mi·2 min·Moravian Drive
Use the straight lane.
18
Turn right onto White Oaks Drive
0.2 mi·52 sec·White Oaks Drive
19
Turn right onto Red Oaks Drive
289 ft·12 sec·Red Oaks Drive
20
Arrive at destination
Red Oaks Drive
Trip Plan
For this 4-hour-and-27-minute drive, leaving in the morning is your best bet to maximize daylight and avoid potential rush hour traffic closer to your destination. With only one recommended stop, you can make good time. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the longest stretch without a major exit is over 222 miles on I 75. The estimated fuel cost is around $39, so budget accordingly. Since this is a single-day trip, you have flexibility in your departure time, but an early start ensures a relaxed arrival.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 123.5 miles from Trowbridge, MI, or about 2h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 222.5 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 54 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 123.5 miles or 2h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 32m
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 Trowbridge, 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 Trowbridge, MI
This is one driving day of about 247 miles and 4h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 54 miles from Trowbridge, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 222.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 54.5 and 245.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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54.5 mi into trip|~1h in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
6
189.7 mi into trip|~3h 18m 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
226.5 mi into trip|~3h 58m 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
242.8 mi into trip|~4h 19m in|Romeo Plank Road
Turn right onto Romeo Plank Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
245.5 mi into trip|~4h 24m in|Moravian Drive
Turn right onto Moravian Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.48 one way
$72.95 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg86 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$40.27
$80.54
premium
$4.72
$45.86
$91.72
diesel
$4.80
$46.64
$93.28
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 86.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
74.1
0
$25.94
$11.86
Efficient EV
61.8
0
$21.61
$9.88
EV Truck/SUV
98.8
1
$34.58
$15.81
Gas CO2
86 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Trowbridge, MI
Morning
in Trowbridge on Sunday
Local time
6:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Patchy Smoke
NW 5 to 15 mph11% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 6:07AM EDT until July 19 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 4:41AM EDT until July 18 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI
Destination
Clinton Township, MI
Morning
in Clinton Township on Sunday
Local time
6:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
W 8 to 15 mph72% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 6:07AM EDT until July 19 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 4:41AM EDT until July 18 at 10:00PM EDT by NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI
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
16 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
4h 27m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is mostly highway, with 90% of the 247 miles on major roads like I 75 and M 59. You'll experience a long stretch of 222.5 miles on I 75 before transitioning to surface roads. Expect frequent exits and merging traffic as you navigate through populated areas on the interstate. The final portion of your drive will involve navigating local roads as you approach Clinton Township.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 222.5 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and M 59. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 54.5 miles in near I 75.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 247 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 54.5 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 189.7 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 226.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,292 ft598 ft
Total Climb
881 ft
Total Descent
1,108 ft
Highest Point
1,292 ft
~52.9 mi in
Elevation Range
694 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Trowbridge, MI and Clinton Township, MI, road signs point toward Detroit and M 59 East: Utica.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 27m. Total distance: 247 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 222.5 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 23 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 23 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 54.5 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 189.7 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 226.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Clinton Township, MI, but most travelers stay overnight.
