Origin
Freeland, MI
Night in Freeland on Thursday
Local time
10:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Freeland, MI to Clinton Township, MI
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
2h 6m
Distance
108.5 mi
175 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 57m
★
6 AM
2h 6m
8 AM
2h 24m
10 AM
2h 13m
12 PM
2h 11m
3 PM
2h 14m
5 PM
2h 23m
8 PM
2h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Freeland, MI
cottonbro studio
Clinton Township, MI
fish socks
Trip Overview
This straightforward 108.5-mile drive from Freeland to Clinton Township, Michigan, can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 6 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel cost estimated at $17, it's an economical option for exploring the Midwest. The route primarily utilizes I-75, M-59, and Midland Road, offering a highway-focused experience. Since there are no recommended stops, you can maintain a steady pace. This journey allows you to efficiently connect two points within Michigan without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
54.2 miles from Freeland, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 6m. Total distance: 108.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive on this 108.5-mile route, with 65% of it on major highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 71 miles on I-75, so be prepared for consistent, higher-speed travel for a significant portion of your journey. While I-75 and M-59 provide a fast-paced experience, the inclusion of Midland Road may introduce some local road segments. Overall, this drive is designed for efficient transit rather than leisurely sightseeing.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 27 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 71 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and M 59. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 16.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 108.5 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 16.7 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.1 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 88 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
16.7 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Enter roundabout toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Flint
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Flint
6
51.1 mi into trip
|
~57m 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
88 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m 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
104.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 58m in
|
Romeo Plank Road
Turn right onto Romeo Plank Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
107 mi into trip
|
~2h 2m 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 Freeland, MI to Clinton Township, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 59 East: Utica along the way.
M 59 East: Utica
88 mi in
|
~1h 36m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 71 mi | 1h 16m |
| M 59 | 16 mi | 20m |
| Midland Road | 5.5 mi | 6m |
| South Main Street | 3.5 mi | 3m |
| Gratiot Road | 2 mi | 2m |
| East Holland Avenue | 2 mi | 2m |
| Rust Avenue Bridge | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Cass Avenue | 1.6 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 71 mi, about 1h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Freeland, MI and Clinton Township, MI.
1
Start on East Washington Road
68 ft
·
10 sec
·
East Washington Road
2
Turn left onto M 47
3.5 mi
·
3 min
·
South Main Street
3
Continue on M 47
3.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Midland Road
4
Keep slight right at fork onto M 47
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Midland Road
5
Turn left onto M 46
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Gratiot Road
6
Continue on M 46
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Gratiot Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Turn right onto M 46
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Stephens Street
8
Continue on M 46
464 ft
·
6 sec
·
Rust Street
9
Continue on M 46
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Rust Avenue Bridge
10
Continue on M 46
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
South Warren Avenue
11
Turn right onto M 46
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Holland Avenue
Use the right lane.
12
Enter roundabout
238 ft
·
13 sec
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Flint
13
Continue
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Flint
14
Merge onto I 75; US 23
23 mi
·
24 min
·
I 75; US 23
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23
11 mi
·
11 min
·
I 75; US 23
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
37 mi
·
39 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 77A
Toward M 59 East: Utica
Use the right lane.
18
Merge onto M 59
16 mi
·
20 min
·
M 59
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn right onto Romeo Plank Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Romeo Plank Road
Use the right lane.
20
Enter roundabout onto Romeo Plank Road
112 ft
·
2 sec
·
Romeo Plank Road
21
Continue on Romeo Plank Road
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Romeo Plank Road
22
Enter roundabout onto Cass Avenue
123 ft
·
2 sec
·
Cass Avenue
23
Continue on Cass Avenue
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Cass Avenue
24
Turn right onto Moravian Drive
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Moravian Drive
Use the straight lane.
25
Turn right onto White Oaks Drive
0.2 mi
·
52 sec
·
White Oaks Drive
26
Turn right onto Red Oaks Drive
289 ft
·
12 sec
·
Red Oaks Drive
27
Arrive at destination
Red Oaks Drive
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 2-hour, 6-minute duration and 108.5-mile distance, you can depart Freeland anytime that suits your schedule without needing to break up the drive. With an estimated fuel cost of just $17, budget accordingly. The longest stretch on I-75 is 71 miles, so ensure you're comfortable with sustained highway driving. Because this route is highway-focused and doesn't list specific stops, you have the flexibility to decide on any brief pauses as needed. Keep an eye on traffic conditions, especially as you approach the Detroit metropolitan area.
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 54.2 miles from Freeland, MI, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71 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 24 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.2 miles or 1h 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 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clinton Township, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Freeland, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Freeland, MI
This is one driving day of about 108.5 miles and 2h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Freeland, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 71 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 54.2 mi from Freeland, MI · 1h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
54 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 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 54.2 miles from Freeland, 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 71 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
$16.96 one way
$33.93 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
38 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $18.62 | $37.25 |
| premium | $4.89 | $20.88 | $41.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.96 | $47.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 32.6 | 0 | $11.39 | $5.21 |
| Efficient EV | 27.1 | 0 | $9.49 | $4.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 43.4 | 0 | $15.19 | $6.94 |
Gas CO2
38 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (66% 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 Thursday
Local time
10:59 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
5 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
2h 6m 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 Freeland, MI to Clinton Township, MI covers 108.5 miles and takes about 2h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, M 59, Midland Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 54.2 miles from Freeland, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.96 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 is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 108.5 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 16.7 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.1 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 88 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Freeland, MI to Clinton Township, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 59 East: Utica along the way.
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