Origin
Emmett, MI
Afternoon in Emmett on Friday
Local time
4:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Emmett, MI to Clinton Township, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
51m
Distance
32.8 mi
53 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Emmett, MI
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Clinton Township, MI
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Trip Overview
This 32.8-mile drive from Emmett, MI to Clinton Township, MI is a straightforward, turn-heavy local journey that can easily be completed in about 51 minutes. With no highway driving, it's best suited as a single-day trip, especially given the modest estimated fuel cost of $5. The route primarily utilizes Gratiot Avenue, Memphis Ridge Road, and Kinney Road, offering a distinctly local feel as you traverse the Midwest region of Michigan. Expect a relaxed pace, making it ideal for a quick transition between these two Michigan communities.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 32.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive' with a 0% highway share, meaning you'll be navigating surface streets and county roads for the entire 32.8 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 12.1 miles along Gratiot Avenue. Expect frequent intersections and changes in road speed as you move through various local areas. The road's personality is one of consistent engagement with the local landscape, rather than open highway cruising.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Gratiot Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 12.1 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
774 ft
605 ft
Total Climb
19 ft
Total Descent
186 ft
Highest Point
774 ft
Elevation Range
169 ft
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 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near M 19 / Main Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 32.8 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (M 19 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 14.2 miles (M 19 / Gratiot Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 26.3 miles (21 Mile Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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M 19 / Main Street
Turn left onto M 19 / Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
14.2 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
M 19 / Gratiot Avenue
Turn right onto M 19 / Gratiot Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
26.3 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
21 Mile Road
Turn right onto 21 Mile Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
27.5 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
North Avenue
Turn left onto North Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
32.4 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
Moravian Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Moravian Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Gratiot Avenue | 12.1 mi | 17m |
| Memphis Ridge Road | 5.5 mi | 7m |
| Kinney Road | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| North Groesbeck Highway | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| North Main Street | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| 21 Mile Road | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| North Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Burnell Road | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Gratiot Avenue
— 12.1 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Emmett, MI and Clinton Township, MI.
1
Start on Mary Street
66 ft
·
9 sec
·
Mary Street
2
Turn left onto M 19
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Main Street
3
Continue on M 19
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Kinney Road
4
Continue on M 19
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Burnell Road
5
Continue on M 19
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Memphis Ridge Road
6
Continue on M 19
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
7
Continue on M 19
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Memphis Ridge Road
8
Continue on M 19
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
North Main Street
9
Turn right onto M 19
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Gratiot Avenue
Use the right lane.
10
Turn right onto 21 Mile Road
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
21 Mile Road
Use the right lane.
11
Turn left onto North Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Avenue
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on M 97
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
North Groesbeck Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn right onto Harrington Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Harrington Street
14
At end of road, turn left onto Moravian Drive
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Moravian Drive
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto White Oaks Drive
0.2 mi
·
52 sec
·
White Oaks Drive
16
Turn right onto Red Oaks Drive
289 ft
·
12 sec
·
Red Oaks Drive
17
Arrive at destination
Red Oaks Drive
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.4 mi from Emmett, MI · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.4 miles from Emmett, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Clinton Township, MI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Clinton Township, MI if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.13 one way
$10.26 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.63 | $11.26 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.31 | $12.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.24 | $14.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.44 | $1.57 |
| Efficient EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.87 | $1.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.59 | $2.10 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Afternoon in Clinton Township on Friday
Local time
4:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
47°F
Milton, MI
16 mi in
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
8 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
51m 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 Emmett, MI to Clinton Township, MI covers 32.8 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Gratiot Avenue, Memphis Ridge Road, Kinney Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.4 miles from Emmett, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.13 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 32.8 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (M 19 / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 14.2 miles (M 19 / Gratiot Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 26.3 miles (21 Mile Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Emmett, MI to Clinton Township, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 605 ft to 774 ft elevation with about 19 ft of total climbing.
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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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