Origin
South Lyon, MI
Evening in South Lyon on Sunday
Local time
6:02 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from South Lyon, MI to Clinton Township, MI
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
46.9 mi
75 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
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6 AM
1h 12m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 16m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 22m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Lyon, MI
Willian Justen de Vasconcellos
Clinton Township, MI
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Trip Overview
Stretching 46.9 miles across the Midwest, this drive from South Lyon to Clinton Township is a straightforward trek that typically takes about 1 hour and 11 minutes. Because the distance is relatively short, you can easily complete this trip in a single day, making it an ideal excursion for those looking to traverse this part of Michigan without an overnight stay. With a fuel cost estimate of $7, the route is budget-friendly and efficient for your personal vehicle. You will spend your time navigating a mix of local roads and major thoroughfares, moving between suburban settings. Overall, it is a practical, no-nonsense commute that serves as a reliable connection between these two Michigan communities.
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
23.4 miles from South Lyon, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 31m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience that transitions from highway speeds to local traffic patterns. You will spend about 41% of your journey on highways, including a notable 14-mile stretch along the Walter P Reuther Freeway. After leaving the interstate, the route shifts to surface streets, specifically West 10 Mile Road and Groesbeck Highway. This change in road type requires you to stay alert as the pace shifts from the steady flow of the freeway to the stop-and-go nature of city arteries. It is a functional drive that balances the convenience of high-speed transit with the necessity of local navigation.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Walter P Reuther Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 14 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7 miles in near Beck Road.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 46.9 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 7 miles (Beck Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 23.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 21 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
7 mi into trip
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~11m in
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Beck Road
Turn left onto Beck Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
23.3 mi into trip
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~31m in
Take the exit toward 10 Mile Road, Evergreen Road
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 15
Toward 10 Mile Road, Evergreen Road
6
30.4 mi into trip
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~45m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
37.7 mi into trip
|
~55m 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
6
46.4 mi into trip
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~1h 10m in
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Moravian Drive
At end of road, turn left onto Moravian Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between South Lyon, MI and Clinton Township, MI, road signs point toward M 5 East: Port Huron and M 97: Groesbeck Highway.
M 5 East: Port Huron
11.8 mi in
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~18m
|
via I 696
M 97: Groesbeck Highway
37.7 mi in
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~55m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Walter P Reuther Freeway | 14 mi | 15m |
| West 10 Mile Road | 8.5 mi | 16m |
| Groesbeck Highway | 7.4 mi | 12m |
| 10 Mile Road | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| John C Lodge Freeway | 2.5 mi | 2m |
| I 96 | 2.5 mi | 2m |
| Beck Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| East Heights Drive | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Walter P Reuther Freeway
— 14 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Lyon, MI and Clinton Township, MI.
1
Start on West Lake Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Lake Street
Use the none lane.
2
Continue on 10 Mile Road
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
10 Mile Road
Use the none lane.
3
Enter roundabout onto 10 Mile Road
99 ft
·
1 sec
·
10 Mile Road
4
Continue on 10 Mile Road
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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10 Mile Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
5
Continue on West 10 Mile Road
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
West 10 Mile Road
Use the none lane.
6
Turn left onto Beck Road
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Beck Road
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto I 96
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
I 96
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on I 696
8.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Walter P Reuther Freeway
Toward I 696 East, M 5 East: Port Huron
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto M 10
2.5 mi
·
2 min
·
John C Lodge Freeway
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 15
Toward 10 Mile Road, Evergreen Road
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn straight onto Northwestern Highway
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Northwestern Highway
13
Turn left onto West 10 Mile Road
6.6 mi
·
13 min
·
West 10 Mile Road
Use the none lane.
14
Continue on South Chrysler Drive
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
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South Chrysler Drive
15
Turn left
297 ft
·
16 sec
Use the left lane.
16
Turn left onto North Chrysler Drive
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
North Chrysler Drive
17
Keep slight right at fork onto West 10 Mile Road
499 ft
·
10 sec
·
West 10 Mile Road
18
Continue on East Heights Drive
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
East Heights Drive
19
Continue on Walter P Reuther Drive
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Walter P Reuther Drive
Use the straight / left / none lanes.
20
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 696 East
21
Merge onto I 696
5.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Walter P Reuther Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 26
Toward M 97: Groesbeck Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Turn straight onto East 11 Mile Road
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
East 11 Mile Road
24
Turn left onto M 97
7.4 mi
·
12 min
·
Groesbeck Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
25
Turn left onto Harrington Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Harrington Street
Use the left lane.
26
At end of road, turn left onto Moravian Drive
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Moravian Drive
Use the left lane.
27
Turn right onto White Oaks Drive
0.2 mi
·
52 sec
·
White Oaks Drive
28
Turn right onto Red Oaks Drive
289 ft
·
12 sec
·
Red Oaks Drive
29
Arrive at destination
Red Oaks Drive
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick trip without any required stops, you have the flexibility to depart whenever works best for your schedule. Keep in mind that the majority of your time is spent on a single freeway stretch, so check for traffic patterns on the Walter P Reuther Freeway before you head out. Because you won't need to refuel mid-journey given the $7 cost estimate, you can bypass gas stations and drive straight through to your destination. Planning your arrival to avoid peak local traffic on Groesbeck Highway will help ensure you maintain that 1 hour and 11 minute travel time. Enjoy the convenience of a route that gets you where you need to go without the need for complex logistics.
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 23.4 miles from South Lyon, MI, or about 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14 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 46.9 miles or 1h 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 23.4 miles or 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 59m
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 South Lyon, 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 South Lyon, MI
This is one driving day of about 46.9 miles and 1h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from South Lyon, 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.
The longest stretch is on Walter P Reuther Freeway for about 14 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.4 mi from South Lyon, MI · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 46.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.4 miles from South Lyon, 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
$7.12 one way
$14.25 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $7.85 | $15.71 |
| premium | $4.80 | $8.85 | $17.71 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.42 | $20.84 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.92 | $2.25 |
| Efficient EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.10 | $1.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.57 | $3.00 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
6:02 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
2 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
1h 11m 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 South Lyon, MI to Clinton Township, MI covers 46.9 miles and takes about 1h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Walter P Reuther Freeway, West 10 Mile Road, Groesbeck Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.4 miles from South Lyon, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.12 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 21 significant decision points across 46.9 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 7 miles (Beck Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 23.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Between South Lyon, MI and Clinton Township, MI, road signs point toward M 5 East: Port Huron and M 97: Groesbeck Highway.
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