Origin
Dayton, MI
Night in Dayton on Friday
Local time
9:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dayton, 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
1h 35m
Distance
75.6 mi
122 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 28m
★
6 AM
1h 35m
8 AM
1h 50m
10 AM
1h 40m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 41m
5 PM
1h 49m
8 PM
1h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dayton, MI
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Clinton Township, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Dayton, MI to Clinton Township, MI covers 75.6 miles and takes about 1h 35m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Sanilac Road, State Street, Sanilac Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.82 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.
Midpoint
37.8 miles from Dayton, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 35m. Total distance: 75.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 35m drive with frequent turns across 75.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Sanilac Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Dayton, MI to Clinton Township, MI is easy. At 1h 35m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Dayton, MI to Clinton Township, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Sanilac Road | — | — |
| State Street | — | — |
| Sanilac Road | — | — |
| South Van Dyke Road | — | — |
| Main Street | — | — |
| North Cedar Street | — | — |
| Van Dyke Road | — | — |
| North Main Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Sanilac Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dayton, MI and Clinton Township, MI.
1
Start on South Hurds Corner Road
3.5 mi
·
13 min
·
South Hurds Corner Road
2
Turn left onto East Sanilac Road
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
East Sanilac Road
3
Continue on State Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
4
Continue on Sanilac Road
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Sanilac Road
5
Turn right onto South Van Dyke Road
5.2 mi
·
5 min
·
South Van Dyke Road
6
Continue on Main Street
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
7
Continue on South Van Dyke Road
20 mi
·
25 min
·
South Van Dyke Road
8
Continue on North Cedar Street
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
North Cedar Street
9
Continue on Van Dyke Road
5.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Van Dyke Road
10
Turn right onto North Main Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
11
Continue on Van Dyke Road
21 mi
·
25 min
·
Van Dyke Road
12
Take the exit slight right toward M 59: Mount Clemens, Pontiac
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
·
M 59: Mount Clemens, Pontiac
13
Merge slight right onto Hall Road
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Hall Road
14
Turn right onto Romeo Plank Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Romeo Plank Road
15
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Romeo Plank Road
112 ft
·
2 sec
·
Romeo Plank Road
16
Exit the roundabout onto Romeo Plank Road
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Romeo Plank Road
17
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Cass Avenue
125 ft
·
3 sec
·
Cass Avenue
18
Exit the roundabout onto Cass Avenue
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Cass Avenue
19
Turn right onto Moravian Drive
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Moravian Drive
20
Turn right onto White Oaks Drive
0.2 mi
·
53 sec
·
White Oaks Drive
21
Turn right onto Red Oaks Drive
289 ft
·
13 sec
·
Red Oaks Drive
22
Arrive at your destination
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 37.8 miles from Dayton, MI, or about 47m into the drive.
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 17 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.8 miles or 47m 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 21m
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 Dayton, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Dayton, MI
This is one driving day of about 75.6 miles and 1h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Dayton, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.8 mi from Dayton, MI · 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.8 miles from Dayton, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.82 one way
$23.64 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.98 | $25.95 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.55 | $29.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.69 | $33.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.94 | $3.63 |
| Efficient EV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.61 | $3.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.2 | 0 | $10.58 | $4.84 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Clinton Township, MI
Night in Clinton Township on Friday
Local time
9:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
10 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 35m 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 Dayton, MI to Clinton Township, MI covers 75.6 miles and takes about 1h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Sanilac Road, State Street, Sanilac Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.8 miles from Dayton, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.82 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.
The drive from Dayton, MI to Clinton Township, MI is easy. At 1h 35m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Dayton, MI to Clinton Township, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Dayton, MI to Clinton Township, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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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