Origin
Harper Woods, MI
Evening in Harper Woods on Sunday
Local time
6:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Harper Woods, MI to Clinton Township, MI
Drive Time
22m
Distance
13.3 mi
21 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
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6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Harper Woods, MI
Ron Lach
Clinton Township, MI
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Harper Woods to Clinton Township, you are looking at a brief 13.3-mile trip that typically takes about 22 minutes to complete. This route is entirely local, avoiding highways altogether, which makes it an ideal candidate for a single-day journey. With a fuel cost of just $2, it is a very budget-friendly way to navigate through the Midwest. Because the distance is so short, there is no need to plan for overnight stays or multiple stops along the way. Expect a straightforward experience that connects two Michigan communities without the complexity of interstate 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
6.6 miles from Harper Woods, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate experience, as this route maintains a 0% highway share. You will spend your time navigating through local streets, primarily utilizing Eastwood Drive, Harper Avenue, and Allard Avenue. Because the roads are local, there is no long-distance, uninterrupted stretch; in fact, the longest segment on Eastwood Drive is 0 miles, meaning you should be prepared for frequent turns and intersections. This is a practical, functional drive that requires your full attention on local navigation rather than highway cruising. The character of the road remains consistent as you transition between these Michigan towns.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Eastwood Drive 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 Harper Woods, MI to Clinton Township, MI is easy. At 22m 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 Harper Woods, MI to Clinton Township, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Eastwood Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Harper Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Allard Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 94 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Edsel Ford Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| M 3 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Gratiot Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Metropolitan Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Eastwood Drive
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harper Woods, MI and Clinton Township, MI.
1
Start on the route
112 ft
·
9 sec
·
the route
2
At the end of the road, turn right
463 ft
·
36 sec
3
Turn right onto Eastwood Drive
253 ft
·
14 sec
·
Eastwood Drive
4
Turn right onto Harper Avenue
197 ft
·
12 sec
·
Harper Avenue
5
Turn left onto Allard Avenue
299 ft
·
16 sec
·
Allard Avenue
6
Turn left onto Harper Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Harper Avenue
7
Take the ramp straight toward I 94 East
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
I 94 East
8
Merge slight left onto Edsel Ford Freeway
5.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Edsel Ford Freeway
9
Take the exit slight left toward M 3
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
M 3
10
Turn straight onto Gratiot Avenue
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Gratiot Avenue
11
Turn right onto Metropolitan Parkway
384 ft
·
7 sec
·
Metropolitan Parkway
12
Continue on Metropolitan Parkway
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Metropolitan Parkway
13
Turn sharp right onto South Groesbeck Highway
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Groesbeck Highway
14
Turn left onto Harrington Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Harrington Street
15
At the end of the road, turn left onto Moravian Drive
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Moravian Drive
16
Turn right onto White Oaks Drive
0.2 mi
·
53 sec
·
White Oaks Drive
17
Turn right onto Red Oaks Drive
289 ft
·
13 sec
·
Red Oaks Drive
18
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 22-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak local traffic hours is always a smart move. Because the trip is so short and requires zero stops, you won't need to worry about extensive rest breaks or meal planning. Keep a close eye on your turn-by-turn navigation, as the reliance on local streets like Allard Avenue means you will be making several directional changes. Your fuel expenses will be minimal at approximately $2, so you can focus your budget elsewhere. Use the freedom of this short commute to enjoy the local scenery of Michigan at your own pace.
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 6.6 miles from Harper Woods, MI, or about 11m 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 13.3 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.6 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 19m
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 Harper Woods, 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 Harper Woods, MI
This is one driving day of about 13.3 miles and 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Harper Woods, 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 6.6 mi from Harper Woods, MI · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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 13.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.6 miles from Harper Woods, 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
$2.02 one way
$4.04 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $2.23 | $4.45 |
| premium | $4.80 | $2.51 | $5.02 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.95 | $5.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4 | 0 | $1.40 | $0.64 |
| Efficient EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.16 | $0.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.86 | $0.85 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
6:50 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
22 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
22m 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 Harper Woods, MI to Clinton Township, MI covers 13.3 miles and takes about 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Eastwood Drive, Harper Avenue, Allard Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.6 miles from Harper Woods, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.02 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 Harper Woods, MI to Clinton Township, MI is easy. At 22m 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 Harper Woods, MI to Clinton Township, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Harper Woods, MI to Clinton Township, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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