Origin
Woodhaven, MI
Late night in Woodhaven on Tuesday
Local time
5:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Woodhaven, MI to Clinton Township, MI
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
57m
Distance
43 mi
69 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Woodhaven, MI
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Clinton Township, MI
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Trip Overview
Planning a trip from Woodhaven to Clinton Township? This 43-mile drive will take you about 57 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily be on the Edsel Ford Freeway, Fisher Freeway, and Gratiot Avenue, with 83% of the route being highway driving. The estimated fuel cost is around $7, so it's an economical journey. This route stays within the Midwest region, specifically Michigan, so you won't be crossing state lines. It's a straightforward drive that doesn't require an overnight stay, offering flexibility for your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Edsel Ford Freeway | 17.1 mi | 22m |
| Fisher Freeway | 12.8 mi | 14m |
| Gratiot Avenue | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| I 75 | 3.2 mi | 3m |
| Jeffries Freeway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| South Groesbeck Highway | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Metropolitan Parkway | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Harrington Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Edsel Ford Freeway
— 17.1 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodhaven, MI and Clinton Township, MI.
1
Start on I 75
3.2 mi
·
3 min
·
I 75
2
Continue on I 75
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Fisher Freeway
Toward I 75
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
3
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Fisher Freeway
4
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 48
Toward I 96 West: Lansing, Michigan Avenue
Use the slight left lane.
5
Continue on I 96
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Jeffries Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 190A
Toward I 94 West, I 94 East: Chicago, Port Huron
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 94 East: Port Huron
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 94
17 mi
·
22 min
·
Edsel Ford Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 231
Toward M 3
Use the slight left lane.
10
Turn straight onto M 3
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Gratiot Avenue
11
Turn right onto Metropolitan Parkway
385 ft
·
6 sec
·
Metropolitan Parkway
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on Metropolitan Parkway
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Metropolitan Parkway
Use the left lane.
13
Turn sharp right onto M 97
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Groesbeck Highway
Use the right lane.
14
Turn left onto Harrington Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Harrington Street
Use the left lane.
15
At end of road, turn left onto Moravian Drive
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Moravian Drive
Use the left 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
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 43 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.5 miles from Woodhaven, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 16 and 40.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
16 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward I 96 West: Lansing, Michigan Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 48
Toward I 96 West: Lansing, Michigan Avenue
8
18.1 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward I 94 West, I 94 East: Chicago, Port Huron
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 190A
Toward I 94 West, I 94 East: Chicago, Port Huro...
8
18.3 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 94 East: Port Huron
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 94 East: Port Huron
7
35.6 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward M 3
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 231
Toward M 3
7
40.6 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
M 97 / South Groesbeck Highway
Turn sharp right onto M 97 / South Groesbeck Highway
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.72 one way
$13.45 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.38 | $14.76 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.27 | $16.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.49 | $18.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.52 | $2.06 |
| Efficient EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.76 | $1.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.02 | $2.75 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Clinton Township, MI
Late night in Clinton Township on Tuesday
Local time
5:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Widespread Fog
NNE 2 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
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
15 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
57m on the road
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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is predominantly highway-focused, with 83% of the 43 miles on freeways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 17.1 miles on the Edsel Ford Freeway without interruption, offering a consistent pace. While the majority is highway, the inclusion of Gratiot Avenue introduces a change in scenery and driving feel as you transition to a more arterial road. Expect a dynamic mix of high-speed freeway travel and potentially more varied traffic patterns as you approach your destination.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.1 mi on Edsel Ford Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Edsel Ford Freeway and Fisher Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 16 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 43 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 57m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 16 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.3 miles: 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Woodhaven, MI and Clinton Township, MI, road signs point toward Port Huron and M 3.
Port Huron
18.1 mi in
|
~20m
M 3
35.6 mi in
|
~43m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 43 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.1 miles on Edsel Ford Freeway. 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: at 16 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.3 miles: 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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