The drive from Garfield, MI to Clinton Township, MI covers 109.2 miles and takes about 2h 9m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, M 59, Gratiot Road for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 71 miles on I 75.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.07 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
54.6 miles from Garfield, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 3m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 9m. Total distance: 109.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 9m highway drive covering 109.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and M 59. The longest continuous stretch is about 71 miles on I 75.
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 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 17.4 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 109.2 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 17.4 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.9 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 88.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
17.4 mi into trip|~23m 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
51.9 mi into trip|~1h 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
88.7 mi into trip|~1h 40m 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
104.9 mi into trip|~2h 1m in|Romeo Plank Road
Turn right onto Romeo Plank Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
107.7 mi into trip|~2h 6m 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 Garfield, MI to Clinton Township, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 59 East: Utica along the way.
M 59 East: Utica
88.7 mi in|~1h 40m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
71 mi
1h 16m
M 59
16 mi
20m
Gratiot Road
6.7 mi
7m
South Graham Road
4.7 mi
7m
East Holland Avenue
2 mi
2m
Rust Avenue Bridge
1.6 mi
2m
Cass Avenue
1.6 mi
2m
Gratiot Avenue
1.2 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 71 mi, about 1h 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Garfield, MI and Clinton Township, MI.
1
Start on Lakefield Road
0.4 mi·1 min·Lakefield Road
2
Turn right onto M 52
4.7 mi·7 min·South Graham Road
3
Turn right onto Gratiot Road
6.7 mi·7 min·Gratiot Road
4
Continue on M 46
1.2 mi·1 min·Gratiot Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn right onto M 46
0.4 mi·31 sec·Stephens Street
6
Continue on M 46
464 ft·6 sec·Rust Street
7
Continue on M 46
1.6 mi·2 min·Rust Avenue Bridge
8
Continue on M 46
0.3 mi·23 sec·South Warren Avenue
9
Turn right onto M 46
2.0 mi·2 min·East Holland Avenue
Use the right lane.
10
Enter roundabout
238 ft·13 sec
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Flint
11
Continue
0.3 mi·45 sec
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Flint
12
Merge onto I 75; US 23
23 mi·24 min·I 75; US 23
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
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 54.6 miles from Garfield, MI, or about 1h 3m 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 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 54.6 miles or 1h 3m 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 41m
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 Garfield, 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 Garfield, MI
This is one driving day of about 109.2 miles and 2h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Garfield, 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 54.6 mi from Garfield, MI
· 1h 3m into the drive
The midpoint is around 54.6 miles from Garfield, 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 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.
Nearby Places
Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.07 one way
$34.14 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg38 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$18.74
$37.49
premium
$4.89
$21.01
$42.03
diesel
$5.61
$24.11
$48.22
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: 38.2 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
32.8
0
$11.47
$5.24
Efficient EV
27.3
0
$9.56
$4.37
EV Truck/SUV
43.7
0
$15.29
$6.99
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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Garfield, MI
Afternoon
in Garfield on Friday
Local time
12:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Clinton Township, MI
Afternoon
in Clinton Township on Friday
Local time
12:31 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
3 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 9m 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 Garfield, MI to Clinton Township, MI covers 109.2 miles and takes about 2h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, M 59, Gratiot 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 54.6 miles from Garfield, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.07 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 16 significant decision points across 109.2 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 17.4 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.9 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 88.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Garfield, MI to Clinton Township, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 59 East: Utica along the way.
