Origin
Lincoln Park, MI
Afternoon in Lincoln Park on Saturday
Local time
4:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lincoln Park, MI to Clinton Township, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
50m
Distance
34.5 mi
56 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 59m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lincoln Park, MI
Julio Valdivia
Clinton Township, MI
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Trip Overview
This 34.5-mile drive from Lincoln Park, MI, to Clinton Township, MI, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 50 minutes. With 77% of the route on highways, it’s a very direct path, making it ideal for a single-day excursion. The estimated fuel cost is around $5, indicating a budget-friendly journey. Given its short duration and straightforward nature, no overnight stays are necessary. This route stays within the Midwest region, offering a focused experience of Michigan's urban and suburban landscapes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Edsel Ford Freeway | 17.1 mi | 22m |
| Fisher Freeway | 6.8 mi | 8m |
| Gratiot Avenue | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Jeffries Freeway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| South Groesbeck Highway | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Metropolitan Parkway | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Harrington Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Southfield Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Edsel Ford Freeway
— 17.1 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lincoln Park, MI and Clinton Township, MI.
1
Start on Southfield Road
168 ft
·
9 sec
·
Southfield Road
2
Continue on Southfield Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Southfield Road
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 75 North: Detroit
4
Merge onto I 75
5.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Fisher Freeway
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Fisher Freeway
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 48
Toward I 96 West: Lansing, Michigan Avenue
Use the slight left lane.
7
Continue on I 96
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Jeffries Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 190A
Toward I 94 West, I 94 East: Chicago, Port Huron
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 94 East: Port Huron
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 94
17 mi
·
22 min
·
Edsel Ford Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 231
Toward M 3
Use the slight left lane.
12
Turn straight onto M 3
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Gratiot Avenue
13
Turn right onto Metropolitan Parkway
385 ft
·
6 sec
·
Metropolitan Parkway
Use the right lane.
14
Continue on Metropolitan Parkway
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Metropolitan Parkway
Use the left lane.
15
Turn sharp right onto M 97
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
South Groesbeck Highway
Use the right lane.
16
Turn left onto Harrington Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Harrington Street
Use the left lane.
17
At end of road, turn left onto Moravian Drive
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Moravian Drive
Use the left lane.
18
Turn right onto White Oaks Drive
0.2 mi
·
52 sec
·
White Oaks Drive
19
Turn right onto Red Oaks Drive
289 ft
·
12 sec
·
Red Oaks Drive
20
Arrive at destination
Red Oaks Drive
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.2 miles from Lincoln Park, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 155 decision points cluster between mile 7.5 and 32.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
7.5 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward I 96 West: Lansing, Michigan Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 48
Toward I 96 West: Lansing, Michigan Avenue
8
9.6 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the exit toward I 94 West, I 94 East: Chicago, Port Huron
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 190A
Toward I 94 West, I 94 East: Chicago, Port Huro...
8
9.8 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 94 East: Port Huron
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 94 East: Port Huron
7
27.1 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Take the exit toward M 3
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 231
Toward M 3
7
32.1 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
M 97 / South Groesbeck Highway
Turn sharp right onto M 97 / South Groesbeck Highway
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.39 one way
$10.79 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.92 | $11.84 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.64 | $13.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.62 | $15.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.62 | $1.66 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.02 | $1.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.83 | $2.21 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Afternoon in Clinton Township on Saturday
Local time
4:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
50m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this 34.5-mile trip, with 77% of the journey utilizing major freeways like the Edsel Ford Freeway and Fisher Freeway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 17.1 miles on the Edsel Ford Freeway, allowing for consistent speed. While primarily a highway experience, the route may transition to surface streets like Gratiot Avenue as you approach your destination, offering a slight change in pace. Overall, this drive is designed for efficiency rather than scenic detours.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.1 mi on Edsel Ford Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Edsel Ford Freeway and Fisher Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 34.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 50m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Lincoln Park, MI and Clinton Township, MI, road signs point toward Port Huron and M 3.
Port Huron
9.6 mi in
|
~13m
M 3
27.1 mi in
|
~36m
About the Cities
Starting in Lincoln Park, MI
Full guide →Southern Wayne County is a region in Wayne County in the state of Michigan.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 50m. Total distance: 34.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.1 miles on Edsel Ford Freeway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Clinton Township, MI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Clinton Township, MI before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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