Origin
Madison Heights, MI
Morning in Madison Heights on Saturday
Local time
10:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Madison Heights, MI to Clinton Township, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
25m
Distance
15.8 mi
25 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
★
6 AM
0h 26m
8 AM
0h 30m
10 AM
0h 27m
12 PM
0h 27m
3 PM
0h 28m
5 PM
0h 30m
8 PM
0h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Madison Heights, MI
Josh Sorenson
Clinton Township, MI
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Trip Overview
This short 15.8-mile drive from Madison Heights to Clinton Township, Michigan, is easily manageable in about 25 minutes, making it a perfect day trip within the Midwest. You'll primarily navigate using Groesbeck Highway and the Walter P Reuther Freeway, with a segment on East 11 Mile Road. With only a 29% highway share, expect a more local feel rather than a pure interstate journey. Budget around $2 for fuel for this quick excursion. Since it's such a brief trip, you won't need an overnight stay, allowing for maximum flexibility in your schedule.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 25m. Total distance: 15.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' suggesting a dynamic experience behind the wheel. While 29% of the journey involves highway driving, you'll encounter numerous turns and local road segments. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 7.4 miles on Groesbeck Highway. Expect the road to transition between faster-paced highway sections and more stop-and-go local traffic as you make your way through the area.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Groesbeck Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 7.4 miles.
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 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near East 11 Mile Road.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 15.8 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 0.4 miles (East 11 Mile Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (I 696 / Walter P Reuther Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.4 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East 11 Mile Road
Turn right onto East 11 Mile Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
2.2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 696 / Walter P Reuther Freeway
Merge onto I 696 / Walter P Reuther Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
6.7 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the exit toward M 97: Groesbeck Highway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 26
Toward M 97: Groesbeck Highway
5
7.4 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
M 97 / Groesbeck Highway
Turn left onto M 97 / Groesbeck Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
15.4 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
Moravian Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Moravian Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left 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 Madison Heights, MI to Clinton Township, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 97: Groesbeck Highway along the way.
M 97: Groesbeck Highway
6.7 mi in
|
~9m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Groesbeck Highway | 7.4 mi | 12m |
| Walter P Reuther Freeway | 4.5 mi | 4m |
| East 11 Mile Road | 2 mi | 4m |
| Harrington Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| John R Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| White Oaks Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Moravian Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Red Oaks Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Groesbeck Highway
— 7.4 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Madison Heights, MI and Clinton Township, MI.
1
Start on West Cowan Avenue
24 ft
·
6 sec
·
West Cowan Avenue
2
Turn left onto John R Road
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
John R Road
3
Turn right onto East 11 Mile Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
East 11 Mile Road
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 696 East
5
Merge onto I 696
4.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Walter P Reuther Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 26
Toward M 97: Groesbeck Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn straight onto East 11 Mile Road
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
East 11 Mile Road
8
Turn left onto M 97
7.4 mi
·
12 min
·
Groesbeck Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Turn left onto Harrington Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Harrington Street
Use the left lane.
10
At end of road, turn left onto Moravian Drive
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Moravian Drive
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto White Oaks Drive
0.2 mi
·
52 sec
·
White Oaks Drive
12
Turn right onto Red Oaks Drive
289 ft
·
12 sec
·
Red Oaks Drive
13
Arrive at destination
Red Oaks Drive
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.47 one way
$4.94 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.71 | $5.42 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.04 | $6.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.49 | $6.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.66 | $0.76 |
| Efficient EV | 4 | 0 | $1.38 | $0.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.21 | $1.01 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Morning in Clinton Township on Saturday
Local time
10:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
WSW 10 mph
85% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 2:52PM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Flash Flood Warning
Flash Flood Warning issued April 16 at 1:53PM EDT until April 17 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
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
24 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
25m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Madison Heights, MI to Clinton Township, MI covers 15.8 miles and takes about 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Groesbeck Highway, Walter P Reuther Freeway, East 11 Mile Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.9 miles from Madison Heights, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.47 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 15.8 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 0.4 miles (East 11 Mile Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.2 miles (I 696 / Walter P Reuther Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Madison Heights, MI to Clinton Township, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 97: Groesbeck Highway along the way.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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