Origin
Tuscola, MI
Evening in Tuscola on Thursday
Local time
8:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tuscola, MI to Clinton Township, MI
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 53m
Distance
89.7 mi
144 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 45m
★
6 AM
1h 53m
8 AM
2h 10m
10 AM
1h 59m
12 PM
1h 57m
3 PM
2h 0m
5 PM
2h 9m
8 PM
1h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tuscola, MI
cottonbro studio
Clinton Township, MI
fish socks
Trip Overview
This 89.5-mile drive from Tuscola, MI to Clinton Township, MI is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 32 minutes. Expect a modest fuel cost of around $14 for this journey. The route primarily utilizes local roads like Bray Road and Ormes Road, with no highway driving, suggesting a more intimate, turn-heavy experience. Given its short duration and regional proximity within the Midwest, this trip is ideal for a quick excursion without the need for an overnight stay. It offers a straightforward way to cover ground within Michigan.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.8 miles from Tuscola, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 53m. Total distance: 89.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' with a 0% highway share, meaning you'll be navigating a series of local roads rather than high-speed expressways. You'll be engaging with roads such as Bray Road and Ormes Road, which suggests a more connected experience with the local landscape and communities. The absence of long highway stretches means you won't encounter monotonous driving, but rather a more varied experience that requires constant attention to turns and local conditions. This type of drive offers an opportunity to see more of the immediate surroundings.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 57.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and M 59. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 11.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 89.7 miles you will encounter 16 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 11.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.4 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 69.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
9
11.3 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 South, US 23
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward I 75 South, US 23
6
32.4 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
69.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward M 59 East: Utica
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 77A
Toward M 59 East: Utica
6
85.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 45m in
|
Romeo Plank Road
Turn right onto Romeo Plank Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
88.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 49m in
|
Moravian Drive
Turn right onto Moravian Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight 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 Tuscola, MI to Clinton Township, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 59 East: Utica along the way.
M 59 East: Utica
69.2 mi in
|
~1h 23m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 57.7 mi | 1h 1m |
| M 59 | 16 mi | 20m |
| Gera Road | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| Birch Run Road | 2 mi | 2m |
| Ormes Road | 2 mi | 4m |
| East Curtis Road | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Cass Avenue | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Romeo Plank Road | 1.2 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 57.7 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tuscola, MI and Clinton Township, MI.
1
Start on 4th Street
44 ft
·
4 sec
·
4th Street
2
Continue on Bray Road
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
Bray Road
3
Turn right onto Ormes Road
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Ormes Road
4
Continue on East Curtis Road
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
East Curtis Road
5
Continue on East Jefferson Street
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
East Jefferson Street
6
Turn left onto Weiss Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Weiss Street
7
At end of road, turn left onto M 83
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Gera Road
8
Turn right onto M 54; M 83
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Birch Run Road
9
Continue on Main Street
439 ft
·
16 sec
·
Main Street
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 75 South, US 23
Use the left lane.
11
Merge onto I 75; US 23
9.9 mi
·
10 min
·
I 75; US 23
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23
11 mi
·
11 min
·
I 75; US 23
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
37 mi
·
39 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 77A
Toward M 59 East: Utica
Use the right lane.
15
Merge onto M 59
16 mi
·
20 min
·
M 59
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn right onto Romeo Plank Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Romeo Plank Road
Use the right lane.
17
Enter roundabout onto Romeo Plank Road
112 ft
·
2 sec
·
Romeo Plank Road
18
Continue on Romeo Plank Road
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Romeo Plank Road
19
Enter roundabout onto Cass Avenue
123 ft
·
2 sec
·
Cass Avenue
20
Continue on Cass Avenue
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Cass Avenue
21
Turn right onto Moravian Drive
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Moravian Drive
Use the straight lane.
22
Turn right onto White Oaks Drive
0.2 mi
·
52 sec
·
White Oaks Drive
23
Turn right onto Red Oaks Drive
289 ft
·
12 sec
·
Red Oaks Drive
24
Arrive at destination
Red Oaks Drive
Trip Plan
For this 1-hour and 32-minute drive, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience, but consider starting earlier to maximize daylight, especially if you plan any spontaneous detours. With no designated stops and a short distance, pacing isn't a major concern, but keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $14. The 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means paying close attention to navigation and local signage, as you'll be making frequent adjustments. A practical tip: ensure your GPS is updated, as navigating a series of local roads can sometimes be more complex than following a major highway.
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 44.8 miles from Tuscola, MI, or about 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57.7 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 20 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.8 miles or 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Clinton Township, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Tuscola, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Tuscola, MI
This is one driving day of about 89.7 miles and 1h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Tuscola, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 57.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44.8 mi from Tuscola, MI · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.02 one way
$28.05 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $15.40 | $30.79 |
| premium | $4.89 | $17.26 | $34.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.80 | $39.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.9 | 0 | $9.42 | $4.31 |
| Efficient EV | 22.4 | 0 | $7.85 | $3.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.9 | 0 | $12.56 | $5.74 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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 Thursday
Local time
8:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms
SSW 6 to 9 mph
88% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 14 at 7:30PM EDT until April 15 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 14 at 7:30PM EDT until April 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
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
20 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
1h 53m 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 Tuscola, MI to Clinton Township, MI covers 89.7 miles and takes about 1h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, M 59, Gera Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44.8 miles from Tuscola, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.02 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 89.7 miles you will encounter 16 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 11.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 32.4 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 69.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Tuscola, MI to Clinton Township, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 59 East: Utica along the way.
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