This 195.8-mile drive from Comins to Clinton Township, Michigan, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 51 minutes. The route primarily utilizes I-75 and M-33, with a significant portion on the highway. With a projected fuel cost of around $31, it's an economical option for a quick journey within the Midwest region. This drive offers a straightforward path, making it a practical choice for getting from point A to point B without extensive planning.
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
97.9 miles from Comins, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 51m. Total distance: 195.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 195.8-mile journey, with 63% of the drive on interstates and major highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 124.1 miles on I-75, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. While much of the drive is on faster roads, the inclusion of North M-33 and M-59 introduces some variation, potentially offering a different driving feel as you transition between these main arteries.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 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 124.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and North M-33. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 50.9 miles in.
Driving Effort7/10
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 195.8 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 50.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 138.5 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 175.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
50.9 mi into trip|~1h 11m in
Take the exit toward I 75 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 75 South
6
138.5 mi into trip|~2h 42m 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
175.3 mi into trip|~3h 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
191.6 mi into trip|~3h 43m in|Romeo Plank Road
Turn right onto Romeo Plank Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
194.4 mi into trip|~3h 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.
On the drive from Comins, MI to Clinton Township, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 59 East: Utica along the way.
M 59 East: Utica
175.3 mi in|~3h 22m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
124.1 mi
2h 10m
North M-33
17.6 mi
24m
M 59
16 mi
20m
South Mount Tom Road
9.4 mi
12m
East Miller Road
8.2 mi
11m
Mio Road
5.7 mi
7m
North Abbe Road
5.6 mi
6m
Cass Avenue
1.6 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 124.1 mi, about 2h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Comins, MI and Clinton Township, MI.
1
Start on M 33
5.6 mi·6 min·North Abbe Road
2
Turn right onto M 33; M 72
8.2 mi·11 min·East Miller Road
3
Continue on M 33; M 72
1.1 mi·2 min·North Morenci Avenue
4
Continue on M 33
9.4 mi·12 min·South Mount Tom Road
5
Continue on M 33
5.7 mi·7 min·Mio Road
6
Continue on M 33
0.5 mi·1 min·North Williams Street
7
Continue on M 33
0.5 mi·1 min·South Bennett Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Continue on M 33
18 mi·24 min·North M-33
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on M 33
1.4 mi·1 min·Brock Road
10
Continue on M 33
0.9 mi·1 min·Alger Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi·46 sec
Toward I 75 South
12
Merge onto I 75
76 mi·1 hr 19 min·I 75
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23
11 mi·11 min·I 75; US 23
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
37 mi·39 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·47 sec
Exit 77AToward M 59 East: UticaUse the right lane.
16
Merge onto M 59
16 mi·20 min·M 59
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn right onto Romeo Plank Road
1.0 mi·1 min·Romeo Plank Road
Use the right lane.
18
Enter roundabout onto Romeo Plank Road
112 ft·2 sec·Romeo Plank Road
19
Continue on Romeo Plank Road
0.1 mi·11 sec·Romeo Plank Road
20
Enter roundabout onto Cass Avenue
123 ft·2 sec·Cass Avenue
21
Continue on Cass Avenue
1.6 mi·2 min·Cass Avenue
22
Turn right onto Moravian Drive
1.2 mi·2 min·Moravian Drive
Use the straight lane.
23
Turn right onto White Oaks Drive
0.2 mi·52 sec·White Oaks Drive
24
Turn right onto Red Oaks Drive
289 ft·12 sec·Red Oaks Drive
25
Arrive at destination
Red Oaks Drive
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 3-hour and 51-minute duration, this route is ideal for a single-day excursion, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. Consider leaving in the morning to maximize daylight and minimize potential rush hour traffic as you approach Clinton Township. With only one recommended stop, you can plan your break strategically, perhaps midway through the 195.8-mile distance. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially during the 124.1-mile stretch on I-75, as services can sometimes be spaced further apart on longer highway segments.
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 97.9 miles from Comins, MI, or about 2h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 124.1 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 43 miles or 1h in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 97.9 miles or 2h 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 6m
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 Comins, 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 Comins, MI
This is one driving day of about 195.8 miles and 3h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 43 miles from Comins, 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 124.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 97.9 miles from Comins, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 124.1 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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Top Restaurant
Cafe Immortelle
4.9
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Troy, Michigan
Near the end, short detour
2.8 mi from route
~7 min detour
$1 to $10
mile 181.8
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$30.61 one way
$61.22 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg69 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$33.61
$67.22
premium
$4.89
$37.68
$75.36
diesel
$5.61
$43.23
$86.46
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 68.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
58.7
0
$20.56
$9.40
Efficient EV
49
0
$17.13
$7.83
EV Truck/SUV
78.3
0
$27.41
$12.53
Gas CO2
69 kg
EV CO2
23 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Comins, MI
Morning
in Comins on Saturday
Local time
8:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Clinton Township, MI
Morning
in Clinton Township on Saturday
Local time
8:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
WSW 10 mph85% chanceLive 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
34 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 51m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Comins, MI to Clinton Township, MI covers 195.8 miles and takes about 3h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, North M-33, M 59. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 97.9 miles from Comins, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $30.61 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 195.8 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 50.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 138.5 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 175.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Comins, MI to Clinton Township, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 59 East: Utica along the way.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
