Vandercook Lake to Clinton Township is 98.4 miles and takes about 1 hour 59 minutes via I 94 and M 14, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Michigan, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip that should be manageable for a single day of travel. Given the relatively short distance and duration, you likely won't need extensive planning for an overnight stay, making it a convenient option for a quick journey.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
49.2 miles from Vandercook Lake, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 55m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 94
28.7 mi
30m
M 14
22.2 mi
23m
I 96
9.2 mi
9m
Groesbeck Highway
7.4 mi
12m
Walter P Reuther Freeway
6.8 mi
7m
Jeffries Freeway (Express)
5.3 mi
5m
US 127
5.2 mi
5m
North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
4.6 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 28.7 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Vandercook Lake, MI and Clinton Township, MI.
1
Start on South Maurice Avenue
0.2 mi·55 sec·South Maurice Avenue
2
Turn right onto East McDevitt Avenue
1.2 mi·2 min·East McDevitt Avenue
3
Take the ramp onto BUS US 127; M 50
447 ft·10 sec·Brooklyn Road
4
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·20 sec
5
Merge onto US 127
5.2 mi·5 min·US 127
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·45 sec
Toward I 94 East: Detroit
7
Merge onto I 94
29 mi·30 min·I 94
8
Keep slight left at fork onto M 14
4.7 mi·5 min·M 14
Exit 171Toward M 14: Plymouth
9
Keep right at fork onto M 14
2.4 mi·2 min·M 14
Toward M 14 East, US 23 South: Plymouth
10
Keep slight left at fork onto M 14
15 mi·16 min·M 14
Exit 42Toward M 14 East: Plymouth, LivoniaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 96
9.2 mi·9 min·I 96
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
5.3 mi·5 min·Jeffries Freeway (Express)
Toward I 96 Express: DowntownUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
Exit 186BToward Davison AvenueUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on M 8
2.2 mi·5 min·M 8
15
Continue on M 8
1.3 mi·1 min·Davison Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi·55 sec
Toward I 75: Flint, ToledoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·56 sec
Toward I 75 North: FlintUse the slight left lane.
18
Merge onto I 75
4.6 mi·4 min·North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi·25 sec
Exit 61Toward I 696: Lansing, Port HuronUse the slight right lane.
20
Keep slight right at fork onto I-75 North to I-696 East
0.4 mi·52 sec·I-75 North to I-696 East
Toward I 696 East: Port HuronUse the slight right lane.
21
Continue on I 696
6.8 mi·7 min·Walter P Reuther Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Exit 26Toward M 97: Groesbeck HighwayUse 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
With a drive time under two hours and a fuel cost estimated at $15, this trip offers considerable flexibility. You could depart anytime, but leaving in the morning or early afternoon will give you ample daylight to reach Clinton Township. Since the longest stretch is under 30 miles, you won't need to worry about extended periods without services. Plan for one or two brief stops for gas or a quick break if needed, but the short duration means you can be quite spontaneous with your timing.
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 49.2 miles from Vandercook Lake, MI, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.7 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 22 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49.2 miles or 55m 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 34m
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 Vandercook Lake, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Vandercook Lake, MI
This is one driving day of about 98.4 miles and 1h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Vandercook Lake, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 28.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 22
5 decision points cluster between mile 43 and 81.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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43 mi into trip|~49m in|M 14
Keep slight left at fork onto M 14 toward M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 42
Toward M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia
7
67.3 mi into trip|~1h 15m in|I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Express)
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Express) toward I 96 Express: Downtown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 96 Express: Downtown
7
72.6 mi into trip|~1h 20m in
Take the exit toward Davison Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 186B
Toward Davison Avenue
7
76.4 mi into trip|~1h 28m in
Take the exit toward I 75: Flint, Toledo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 75: Flint, Toledo
8
81.9 mi into trip|~1h 35m in
Take the exit toward I 696: Lansing, 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 61
Toward I 696: Lansing, Port Huron
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.38 one way
$30.77 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg34 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$16.89
$33.78
premium
$4.89
$18.94
$37.87
diesel
$5.61
$21.73
$43.45
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
29.5
0
$10.33
$4.72
Efficient EV
24.6
0
$8.61
$3.94
EV Truck/SUV
39.4
0
$13.78
$6.30
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (65% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Vandercook Lake, MI
Afternoon
in Vandercook Lake on Saturday
Local time
3:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Clinton Township, MI
Afternoon
in Clinton Township on Saturday
Local time
3:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Widespread Fog
NNE 2 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Dense Fog Advisory
Dense Fog Advisory issued April 17 at 2:41AM CDT until April 19 at 8:00AM CDT by NWS Marquette MI
Dense Fog Advisory
Dense Fog Advisory issued April 17 at 2:51AM EDT until April 17 at 10:00AM 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
3 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 59m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 63% of the journey on major highways. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I 94, including the longest uninterrupted stretch of 28.7 miles. The character of the drive is likely to be consistent, featuring faster speeds and efficient travel as you navigate between these main thoroughfares. Expect a fairly direct experience with minimal detours or changes in road type.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.7 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and M 14. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 43 miles in near M 14.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 98.4 miles you will encounter 22 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 43 miles (M 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 67.3 miles (I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Express)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 72.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
Between Vandercook Lake, MI and Clinton Township, MI, road signs point toward M 14: Plymouth, M 14 East, M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia, Toledo and Port Huron - among others.
M 14: Plymouth
35.9 mi in|~41m|via M 14
M 14 East
40.6 mi in|~46m|via M 14
M 14 East: Plymouth
43 mi in|~49m|via M 14
Livonia
43 mi in|~49m|via M 14
Toledo
76.4 mi in|~1h 28m
Port Huron
81.9 mi in|~1h 35m
M 97: Groesbeck Highway
89.3 mi in|~1h 43m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 59m. Total distance: 98.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.7 miles on I 94. 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 43 miles (M 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 67.3 miles (I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Express)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 72.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
