Origin
Clinton Township, MI
Evening in Clinton Township on Sunday
Local time
8:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clinton Township, MI to New Baltimore, MI
Drive Time
22m
Distance
13.6 mi
22 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
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6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 26m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 23m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 26m
8 PM
0h 21m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clinton Township, MI
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New Baltimore, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Clinton Township, MI to New Baltimore, MI covers 13.6 miles and takes about 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on 23 Mile Road, South Groesbeck Highway, Ford Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 3.8 miles on 23 Mile Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.07 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
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
6.8 miles from Clinton Township, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 22m drive with frequent turns across 13.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
23 Mile Road is the longest continuous segment at about 3.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Moravian Drive.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 13.6 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Moravian Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (M 97 / South Groesbeck Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
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
Navigation decision point
6
1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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M 97 / South Groesbeck Highway
Turn left onto M 97 / South Groesbeck Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
5.8 mi into trip
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~10m in
Take the exit toward I 94 East: Port Huron
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 94 East: Port Huron
8
8.7 mi into trip
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~13m in
Take the exit toward M 29: New Baltimore, Algonac
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 243
Toward M 29: New Baltimore, Algonac
6
9.3 mi into trip
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~15m in
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M 29 / 23 Mile Road
Turn right onto M 29 / 23 Mile Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between Clinton Township, MI and New Baltimore, MI, road signs point toward M 29: New Baltimore and Algonac.
M 29: New Baltimore
8.7 mi in
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~13m
Algonac
8.7 mi in
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~13m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 23 Mile Road | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| South Groesbeck Highway | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Ford Freeway | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| Hall Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| William P Rosso Highway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Harrington Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Green Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| White Oaks Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
23 Mile Road
— 3.8 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clinton Township, MI and New Baltimore, MI.
1
Start on Red Oaks Drive
289 ft
·
17 sec
·
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
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
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Moravian Drive
4
Turn right onto Harrington Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Harrington Street
Use the right lane.
5
Turn left onto M 97
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
South Groesbeck Highway
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto M 59
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Hall Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on M 59
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
William P Rosso Highway
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 94 East: Port Huron
Use the left lane.
9
Merge onto I 94
2.4 mi
·
2 min
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Ford Freeway
Use the none lane.
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 243
Toward M 29: New Baltimore, Algonac
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn right onto M 29
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
23 Mile Road
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on M 29
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Green Street
Use the none lane.
13
Arrive at destination
M 29
Trip Plan
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 6.8 miles from Clinton Township, MI, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.8 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 13.6 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.8 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Baltimore, 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 13.6 miles and 22m.
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 23 Mile Road for about 3.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.8 mi from Clinton Township, MI · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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 13.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.8 miles from Clinton Township, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in New Baltimore, MI
The final approach into New Baltimore, 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 New Baltimore, 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
$2.07 one way
$4.13 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $2.28 | $4.55 |
| premium | $4.80 | $2.57 | $5.13 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.02 | $6.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.43 | $0.65 |
| Efficient EV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.19 | $0.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.90 | $0.87 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
New Baltimore, MI
Evening in New Baltimore on Sunday
Local time
8:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
2 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
22m 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 New Baltimore, MI covers 13.6 miles and takes about 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are 23 Mile Road, South Groesbeck Highway, Ford Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.8 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 $2.07 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 13.6 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (Moravian Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles (M 97 / South Groesbeck Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Clinton Township, MI and New Baltimore, MI, road signs point toward M 29: New Baltimore and Algonac.
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