Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 10m
Distance
115.2 mi
185 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clinton Township, MI
fish socks
Eagle, MI
Maria Doina Mareggini
This 115.2-mile drive from Clinton Township, MI, to Eagle, MI, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 10 minutes. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 91% of the journey on interstates and major roadways like I 96 and Walter P Reuther Freeway. You can expect a fuel cost of around $18 for this trip. Given its manageable length and highway nature, this route is well-suited for a day trip without needing an overnight stop. The Midwest regions of both your origin and destination mean you'll experience a consistent regional feel throughout your travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
57.6 miles from Clinton Township, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 10m. Total distance: 115.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Prepare for a predominantly highway-focused experience on this 115.2-mile journey. With 91% of the drive utilizing major roads such as I 96 and South Groesbeck Highway, you'll be covering ground efficiently. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a significant 79.9 miles on I 96, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. While the bulk of the drive is on high-speed roads, anticipate a more connected feel as you approach your destination. This route emphasizes forward momentum over winding scenic byways.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and Walter P Reuther Freeway. 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.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 115.2 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): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (Harrington Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (M 97 / South Groesbeck Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
At end of road, turn left onto Moravian Drive
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Harrington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto M 97 / South Groesbeck Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Eagle, Westphalia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 96 | 79.9 mi | 1h 25m |
| Walter P Reuther Freeway | 25.5 mi | 27m |
| South Groesbeck Highway | 7.3 mi | 11m |
| Harrington Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East 11 Mile Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South Grange Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| White Oaks Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Moravian Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton Township, MI and Eagle, MI.
Start on Red Oaks Drive
Turn left onto White Oaks Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Moravian Drive
Turn right onto Harrington Street
Turn right onto M 97
Turn right onto East 11 Mile Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 696
Merge onto I 96
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
Take the exit
Turn left onto West Clark Road
Turn left onto South Grange Road
Arrive at destination
For this 2-hour and 10-minute drive, consider an early morning departure to make the most of your day. Since it's a relatively short trip with no designated stops, you have the flexibility to add breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the longest stretch of 79.9 miles on I 96, and plan accordingly. The estimated fuel cost is $18, so budget for that. A practical tip for this particular route: be aware that I 96 can experience heavy traffic, particularly during peak commuting hours, so adjust your departure time if possible.
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.
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 25 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.6 miles or 1h 8m 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 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Eagle, MI than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Clinton Township, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 115.2 miles and 2h 10m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57.6 mi from Clinton Township, MI · 1h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 57.6 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 96 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 79.9 miles.
The final approach into Eagle, 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 Eagle, MI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$18.01 one way
$36.02 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $19.77 | $39.55 |
| premium | $4.89 | $22.17 | $44.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.43 | $50.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.6 | 0 | $12.10 | $5.53 |
| Efficient EV | 28.8 | 0 | $10.08 | $4.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.1 | 0 | $16.13 | $7.37 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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
Afternoon in Clinton Township on Thursday
Local time
1:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Afternoon in Eagle on Thursday
Local time
1:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
68°F
Farmington, MI
58 mi in
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
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.
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