Trip from Amber, MI to Clinton Township, MI

Drive Time

3h 53m

Distance

237.4 mi

Route Type

Turn-heavy local drive

Same-day trip

Trip Overview

The drive from Amber, MI to Clinton Township, MI covers 237.4 miles and takes about 3h 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on East Washington, US 10 EAST, I 75 South for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $35.25 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

118.7 miles from Amber, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 56m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a 3h 53m drive with frequent turns across 237.4 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

East Washington is one of the defining roads on this drive.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
East Washington	Unavailable	Refreshing
US 10 EAST	Unavailable	Refreshing
I 75 South	Unavailable	Refreshing
M 59 East	Unavailable	Refreshing
Romeo Plank Road	Unavailable	Refreshing
Cass Avenue	Unavailable	Refreshing
Moravian Drive	Unavailable	Refreshing
White Oaks Drive	Unavailable	Refreshing

Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.

Longest stretch: East Washington — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Step-by-Step Directions

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Start on the route

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Turn right

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Turn left onto East Washington

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Take the exit slight left toward US 10 EAST: Midland, Bay City

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Take the exit slight right toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Saginaw

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Merge slight left

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Keep slight left

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Keep slight left

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Take the exit slight right toward M 59 East: Utica

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Merge slight left

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Turn right onto Romeo Plank Road

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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Romeo Plank Road

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Exit the roundabout onto Romeo Plank Road

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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Cass Avenue

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Exit the roundabout onto Cass Avenue

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Turn right onto Moravian Drive

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Turn right onto White Oaks Drive

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Turn right onto Red Oaks Drive

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Arrive at your destination

When to Leave

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 118.7 miles from Amber, MI, or about 1h 56m into the drive.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Drive Plan

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 80 miles or 1h 18m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 118.7 miles or 1h 56m 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 11m

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 Amber, 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.

Trip Strategy

Day 1

Settle into the route from Amber, MI

This is one driving day of about 237.4 miles and 3h 53m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Amber, 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.

Best Stop Towns on This Route

These towns line up with the pace of this drive and give you clearer places to stop with a purpose.

Late stop town

Meal stop

Ann Arbor, MI

119 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.

Travel Advice

Arrival Notes

The final approach into Clinton Township, MI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Clinton Township, 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.

Stops Along the Way

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 118.7 mi from Amber, MI

Skidway Lake, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ann Arbor, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 118.7 miles from Amber, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions for the drive, so the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
regular	$3.77	$35.25	$70.49
midgrade	$4.25	$39.75	$79.50
premium	$4.65	$43.50	$87.00
diesel	$5.30	$49.57	$99.15

Based on 25.4 MPG average. Estimated CO2 emission: 83.1 kg one way.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Amber, MI to Clinton Township, MI covers 237.4 miles and takes about 3h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are East Washington, US 10 EAST, I 75 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 118.7 miles from Amber, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $35.25 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.