Origin
Clinton Township, MI
Evening in Clinton Township on Sunday
Local time
6:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clinton Township, MI to Buena Vista, MI
Drive Time
1h 49m
Distance
92.6 mi
149 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 41m
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6 AM
1h 49m
8 AM
2h 6m
10 AM
1h 55m
12 PM
1h 53m
3 PM
1h 56m
5 PM
2h 5m
8 PM
1h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Buena Vista, MI
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Clinton Township to Buena Vista, you are looking at a straightforward 92.6-mile journey through the Michigan Midwest. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 49 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. You won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay, as the distance is manageable for a quick turnaround. Budget approximately $14 for fuel to cover the trip, which relies heavily on a mix of Hall Road, Cass Avenue, and I-75. Because this route is entirely within the state of Michigan, the transition between these two regions is seamless and familiar for local travelers.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
46.3 miles from Clinton Township, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive is heavily focused on highway travel, with 76% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will quickly find yourself on the interstate, where you can expect a long, uninterrupted stretch of 70.6 miles on I-75. While the initial segments involve navigating local roads like Hall Road and Cass Avenue, the experience shifts once you reach the highway. It is a functional, efficient drive that prioritizes speed over winding backroads. Prepare for a consistent pace that keeps you moving steadily toward your destination without the frequent stop-and-go patterns of urban surface streets.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 70.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Hall Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Moravian Drive.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 92.6 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 0.3 miles (Moravian Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (Cass Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Moravian Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Moravian Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
1.4 mi into trip
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~3m in
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Cass Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto Cass Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
4.3 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the exit toward M 59 West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward M 59 West
7
20.1 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Take the exit toward I 75 North: Flint
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 40B
Toward I 75 North: Flint
7
53.4 mi into trip
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~1h 5m in
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I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward I 75: Saginaw
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward I 75: Saginaw
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 70.6 mi | 1h 15m |
| Hall Road | 15.8 mi | 20m |
| Cass Avenue | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Romeo Plank Road | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Moravian Drive | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| South Outer Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Holland Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| White Oaks Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 70.6 mi, about 1h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton Township, MI and Buena Vista, MI.
1
Start on Red Oaks Drive
289 ft
·
17 sec
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Red Oaks Drive
2
Turn left onto White Oaks Drive
0.2 mi
·
55 sec
·
White Oaks Drive
3
At end of road, turn left onto Moravian Drive
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Moravian Drive
Use the none lane.
4
At end of road, turn left onto Cass Avenue
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Cass Avenue
Use the none lane.
5
Enter roundabout onto Romeo Plank Road
82 ft
·
1 sec
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Romeo Plank Road
6
Continue on Romeo Plank Road
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Romeo Plank Road
7
Enter roundabout onto Romeo Plank Road
90 ft
·
1 sec
·
Romeo Plank Road
8
Continue on Romeo Plank Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Romeo Plank Road
9
Turn right onto M 59
501 ft
·
8 sec
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Hall Road
10
Take the exit
259 ft
·
9 sec
Toward M 59 West
Use the left lane.
11
Merge onto M 59
16 mi
·
20 min
·
Hall Road
Use the left lane.
12
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 40B
Toward I 75 North: Flint
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto I 75
33 mi
·
35 min
·
I 75
Use the none lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
38 mi
·
40 min
·
I 75
Toward I 75: Saginaw
Use the none lane.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
Exit 149
Toward M 46: Buena Vista, Sandusky
16
Enter roundabout onto M 46
13 ft
·
0 sec
·
East Holland Avenue
17
Continue on M 46
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
East Holland Avenue
18
Enter roundabout onto M 46
106 ft
·
5 sec
·
East Holland Avenue
19
Continue on M 46
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
East Holland Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
20
Turn right onto South Outer Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Outer Drive
Use the none lane.
21
Turn left onto Perkins Street
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Perkins Street
22
Turn left
328 ft
·
23 sec
23
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. You won't need to worry about mapping out multiple rest stops, as the 1 hour and 49-minute duration is easily handled in one go. Keep in mind that the majority of your travel occurs on I-75, so checking traffic reports for that specific corridor before you leave is a smart move. Because the trip is so efficient, you can easily maximize your time in Buena Vista by leaving early in the morning. With a $14 fuel budget, it is a low-cost way to reach your destination, so just ensure your tank is ready for the 92.6-mile trek before heading out.
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 46.3 miles from Clinton Township, MI, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.6 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 80 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.3 miles or 57m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Buena Vista, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Clinton Township, 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 Clinton Township, MI
This is one driving day of about 92.6 miles and 1h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Clinton Township, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 70.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 46.3 mi from Clinton Township, MI · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 46.3 miles from Clinton Township, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 70.6 miles.
Arriving in Buena Vista, MI
The final approach into Buena Vista, 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 Buena Vista, MI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.06 one way
$28.13 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $15.51 | $31.01 |
| premium | $4.80 | $17.48 | $34.96 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $20.57 | $41.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.8 | 0 | $9.72 | $4.44 |
| Efficient EV | 23.2 | 0 | $8.10 | $3.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37 | 0 | $12.96 | $5.93 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Buena Vista, MI
Evening in Buena Vista on Sunday
Local time
6:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°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
5 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
1h 49m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Clinton Township, MI to Buena Vista, MI covers 92.6 miles and takes about 1h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Hall Road, Cass Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 46.3 miles from Clinton Township, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.06 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 92.6 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Moravian Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (Cass Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Clinton Township, MI to Buena Vista, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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