Origin
Preston Corners, MI
Evening in Preston Corners on Wednesday
Local time
8:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Preston Corners, MI to Saint Clair Shores, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
32m
Distance
17.8 mi
29 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 30m
★
6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 38m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 34m
3 PM
0h 35m
5 PM
0h 38m
8 PM
0h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Saint Clair Shores, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Preston Corners, MI to Saint Clair Shores, MI covers 17.8 miles and takes about 32m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Schoenherr Road, Utica Road, East 12 Mile Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 8.7 miles on Schoenherr Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.78 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
8.9 miles from Preston Corners, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 32m drive with frequent turns across 17.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Schoenherr Road is the longest continuous segment at about 8.7 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 early in the drive near Schoenherr Road.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 17.8 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: near the start (Schoenherr Road): Navigation decision point; at 8.7 miles (Utica Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.3 miles (East 12 Mile Road): 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.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Schoenherr Road
Turn right onto Schoenherr Road
Navigation decision point
6
8.7 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
Utica Road
Turn right onto Utica Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
14.3 mi into trip
|
~24m in
|
East 12 Mile Road
Turn left onto East 12 Mile Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
16.2 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
Harper Avenue
Turn right onto Harper Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
17.7 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Schoenherr Road | 8.7 mi | 13m |
| Utica Road | 5.6 mi | 10m |
| East 12 Mile Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Harper Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| East 11 Mile Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| 25 Mile Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Schoenherr Road
— 8.7 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Preston Corners, MI and Saint Clair Shores, MI.
1
Start on 25 Mile Road
52 ft
·
5 sec
·
25 Mile Road
2
Turn right onto Schoenherr Road
8.6 mi
·
13 min
·
Schoenherr Road
3
Continue on Schoenherr Road
501 ft
·
28 sec
·
Schoenherr Road
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto Utica Road
5.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Utica Road
Use the right lane.
5
Turn left onto East 12 Mile Road
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
East 12 Mile Road
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto Harper Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Harper Avenue
7
Turn left
264 ft
·
21 sec
8
Turn right onto East 11 Mile Road
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
East 11 Mile Road
9
Turn left
58 ft
·
4 sec
Use the left lane.
10
Turn right
131 ft
·
10 sec
11
Turn right
240 ft
·
17 sec
12
Arrive at destination
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 8.9 miles from Preston Corners, MI, or about 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.7 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 17.8 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.9 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Saint Clair Shores, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Preston Corners, MI.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Preston Corners, MI
This is one driving day of about 17.8 miles and 32m.
At 17.8 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Schoenherr Road for about 8.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.9 mi from Preston Corners, MI · 14m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 17.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.9 miles from Preston Corners, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Saint Clair Shores, MI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Saint Clair Shores, MI if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.78 one way
$5.57 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.06 | $6.11 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.43 | $6.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.93 | $7.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.2 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 | 5.3 | 0 | $1.87 | $0.85 |
| Efficient EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.56 | $0.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.49 | $1.14 |
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
Saint Clair Shores, MI
Evening in Saint Clair Shores on Wednesday
Local time
8:44 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
15 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
32m 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 Preston Corners, MI to Saint Clair Shores, MI covers 17.8 miles and takes about 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Schoenherr Road, Utica Road, East 12 Mile Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.9 miles from Preston Corners, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.78 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 17.8 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: near the start (Schoenherr Road): Navigation decision point; at 8.7 miles (Utica Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 14.3 miles (East 12 Mile Road): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Preston Corners, MI to Saint Clair Shores, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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