Origin
Colfax, MI
Late night in Colfax on Saturday
Local time
5:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
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Trip from Colfax, MI to Clinton Township, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 52m
Distance
234 mi
377 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$37
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 39m
★
6 AM
4h 52m
8 AM
5h 19m
10 AM
5h 2m
12 PM
4h 59m
3 PM
5h 3m
5 PM
5h 18m
8 PM
4h 44m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Colfax, MI
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Clinton Township, MI
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Trip Overview
Colfax, MI to Clinton Township, MI is 234 miles and takes about 4h 52m via I 75 and US 10, with a fuel budget near $37 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This Midwest drive stays within Michigan, offering a relatively straightforward journey. With a recommended one-day trip, you'll spend most of your time on major highways. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to travel between these two points without needing an overnight stay. The majority of your travel will be on interstates, making for a predictable commute.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
117 miles from Colfax, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 39m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 52m. Total distance: 234 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Drive Character
This trip features a mixed drive, with 56% of the journey on highways. You'll experience stretches of faster-paced interstate driving, particularly on I 75, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 84.1 miles. Expect some transitions as you move between these main roads, including segments on East Washington and US 10. The drive is designed for efficiency rather than scenic detours, so be prepared for a more functional travel experience.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 28 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 84.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 129.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 234 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 129.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 176.7 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 213.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
129.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 51m in
Take the exit toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Saginaw
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 140A
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Saginaw
6
176.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 43m in
|
I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
213.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 22m in
Take the exit toward M 59 East: Utica
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 77A
Toward M 59 East: Utica
6
229.8 mi into trip
|
~4h 44m in
|
Romeo Plank Road
Turn right onto Romeo Plank Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
232.6 mi into trip
|
~4h 48m in
|
Moravian Drive
Turn right onto Moravian Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Colfax, MI and Clinton Township, MI, road signs point toward Bay City and M 59 East: Utica.
Bay City
83 mi in
|
~2h 5m
|
via US 10
M 59 East: Utica
213.5 mi in
|
~4h 22m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 84.1 mi | 1h 30m |
| East Washington | 59.9 mi | 1h 18m |
| US 10 | 46.1 mi | 46m |
| M 59 | 16 mi | 20m |
| West 13 Mile Road | 6.1 mi | 14m |
| South M 37 | 5.4 mi | 7m |
| Cleveland Drive West | 3.6 mi | 8m |
| North Woodbridge Avenue | 3 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 84.1 mi, about 1h 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colfax, MI and Clinton Township, MI.
1
Start on East Jackson Road
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
East Jackson Road
2
Continue on West 13 Mile Road
6.1 mi
·
14 min
·
West 13 Mile Road
3
Continue on Cleveland Drive West
3.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Cleveland Drive West
4
Continue on West Main Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
West Main Street
5
Turn left onto North Bingham Avenue
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
North Bingham Avenue
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
7
Continue on West 15 Mile Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West 15 Mile Road
8
Turn left onto M 37
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
North Woodbridge Avenue
9
Continue on M 37
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
South M 37
10
Continue on M 37
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Michigan Avenue
11
Continue on M 37
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
South M 37
12
Turn right onto US 10
60 mi
·
1 hr 18 min
·
East Washington
13
Take the exit onto US 10
46 mi
·
46 min
·
US 10
Toward US 10 EAST: Midland, Bay City
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 140A
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Saginaw
15
Merge onto I 75; US 23
36 mi
·
38 min
·
I 75; US 23
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23
11 mi
·
11 min
·
I 75; US 23
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
37 mi
·
39 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 77A
Toward M 59 East: Utica
Use the right lane.
19
Merge onto M 59
16 mi
·
20 min
·
M 59
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Turn right onto Romeo Plank Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Romeo Plank Road
Use the right lane.
21
Enter roundabout onto Romeo Plank Road
112 ft
·
2 sec
·
Romeo Plank Road
22
Continue on Romeo Plank Road
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Romeo Plank Road
23
Enter roundabout onto Cass Avenue
123 ft
·
2 sec
·
Cass Avenue
24
Continue on Cass Avenue
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Cass Avenue
25
Turn right onto Moravian Drive
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Moravian Drive
Use the straight lane.
26
Turn right onto White Oaks Drive
0.2 mi
·
52 sec
·
White Oaks Drive
27
Turn right onto Red Oaks Drive
289 ft
·
12 sec
·
Red Oaks Drive
28
Arrive at destination
Red Oaks Drive
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 4h 52m duration, starting your drive in Colfax in the morning will comfortably get you to Clinton Township with plenty of daylight to spare. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $37, planning is straightforward. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 84.1-mile stretch on I 75, as services can sometimes be spaced out on major highways. This route is well-suited for a single-day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure time.
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 117 miles from Colfax, MI, or about 2h 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 84.1 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 51 miles or 1h 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 117 miles or 2h 39m 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 59m
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 Colfax, 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 Colfax, MI
This is one driving day of about 234 miles and 4h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Colfax, 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.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 84.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 117 mi from Colfax, MI · 2h 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
117 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 51 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 117 miles from Colfax, 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 84.1 miles.
Arriving in Clinton Township, MI
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.58 one way
$73.17 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
82 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $40.17 | $80.33 |
| premium | $4.89 | $45.03 | $90.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $51.66 | $103.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$37
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$62–$87
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 70.2 | 0 | $24.57 | $11.23 |
| Efficient EV | 58.5 | 0 | $20.47 | $9.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 93.6 | 1 | $32.76 | $14.98 |
Gas CO2
82 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 Saturday
Local time
5:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
SSE 12 mph
73% chance
Live forecast
46°F
Nelson, MI
117 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
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
4h 52m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Colfax, MI to Clinton Township, MI covers 234 miles and takes about 4h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, East Washington, US 10. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 117 miles from Colfax, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $36.58 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 234 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 129.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 176.7 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 213.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Colfax, MI and Clinton Township, MI, road signs point toward Bay City and M 59 East: Utica.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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