Origin
Detroit, MI
Evening in Detroit on Sunday
Local time
8:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Detroit, MI to Clinton Township, MI
Drive Time
33m
Distance
24.9 mi
40 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
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6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 39m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 35m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 39m
8 PM
0h 32m
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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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Detroit to Clinton Township, you are in for a quick, 24.9-mile journey through the heart of the Midwest. This trip takes roughly 33 minutes to complete, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day outing. You will not need to worry about overnight accommodations, as the distance is short enough to handle in one go. Budget approximately $4 for fuel to cover the entire trip. Since the drive stays entirely within Michigan, you will remain comfortably within the same regional landscape for the duration of your travel.
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
12.5 miles from Detroit, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate through city streets, primarily utilizing Cadillac Square, Randolph Street, and Monroe Street to reach your destination. Because the longest stretch of road is effectively zero miles on Cadillac Square, you should prepare for frequent turns and a stop-and-go experience. This personality makes the drive feel more like an urban commute than a long-distance road trip, so stay alert to local traffic patterns and intersections along the way.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Cadillac Square 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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Detroit, MI to Clinton Township, MI is easy. At 33m 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 Detroit, MI to Clinton Township, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Cadillac Square | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Randolph Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Monroe Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Chrysler Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Walter P | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 94 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 94 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Edsel Ford Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Cadillac Square
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Detroit, MI and Clinton Township, MI.
1
Start on Cadillac Square
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Cadillac Square
2
Continue on Cadillac Square
98 ft
·
4 sec
·
Cadillac Square
3
Turn slight left onto Randolph Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Randolph Street
4
Turn right onto Monroe Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Monroe Street
5
At the end of the road, turn left onto Chrysler Drive
33 ft
·
1 sec
·
Chrysler Drive
6
Take the ramp slight left
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
7
Merge slight left onto Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 94: Ford Freeway, Chicago, Port Huron
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
I 94: Ford Freeway, Chicago, Port Huron
9
Keep slight right to continue on I 94 East: Port Huron
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
I 94 East: Port Huron
10
Merge slight left onto East Edsel Ford Freeway
15 mi
·
18 min
·
East Edsel Ford Freeway
11
Take the exit slight left toward M 3
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
M 3
12
Turn straight onto Gratiot Avenue
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Gratiot Avenue
13
Turn right onto Metropolitan Parkway
384 ft
·
7 sec
·
Metropolitan Parkway
14
Continue on Metropolitan Parkway
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Metropolitan Parkway
15
Turn sharp right onto South Groesbeck Highway
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Groesbeck Highway
16
Turn left onto Harrington Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Harrington Street
17
At the end of the road, turn left onto Moravian Drive
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Moravian Drive
18
Turn right onto White Oaks Drive
0.2 mi
·
53 sec
·
White Oaks Drive
19
Turn right onto Red Oaks Drive
289 ft
·
13 sec
·
Red Oaks Drive
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a brief 33-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours can make for a smoother experience. There are no planned stops on this route, so ensure you have everything you need before heading out from Detroit. Keep your $4 fuel budget in mind as you prep your vehicle for the 24.9-mile trek. Because you will be navigating local streets rather than highways, keep a close watch on your GPS for upcoming turns, as the lack of long, straight stretches requires your full attention throughout the drive.
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 12.5 miles from Detroit, MI, or about 16m 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 24.9 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.5 miles or 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 28m
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 Detroit, 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 Detroit, MI
This is one driving day of about 24.9 miles and 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Detroit, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.5 mi from Detroit, MI · 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
12 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 24.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.5 miles from Detroit, 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.
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
$3.78 one way
$7.56 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $4.17 | $8.34 |
| premium | $4.80 | $4.70 | $9.40 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.53 | $11.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.61 | $1.20 |
| Efficient EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.18 | $1.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10 | 0 | $3.49 | $1.59 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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.
Destination
Clinton Township, MI
Evening in Clinton Township on Sunday
Local time
8:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
33m 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 Detroit, MI to Clinton Township, MI covers 24.9 miles and takes about 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Cadillac Square, Randolph Street, Monroe Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.5 miles from Detroit, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.78 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 Detroit, MI to Clinton Township, MI is easy. At 33m 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 Detroit, MI to Clinton Township, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Detroit, MI to Clinton Township, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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