How far is Gaines, MI from Clinton Township, MI?
The driving distance from Gaines, MI to Clinton Township, MI is about 66.9 miles (107.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 54.2 miles (87.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 16m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Oakland County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Light Rain Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gaines and Clinton Township.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gaines and Clinton Township.
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Start on West Lord Street
27 m · 6 sec · West Lord Street
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Turn right onto Genesee Avenue
93 m · 14 sec · Genesee Avenue
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Turn left onto East Lansing Street
1683 ft · 46 sec · East Lansing Street
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Continue on Ray Road
3.1 mi · 8 min · Ray Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Seymour Road
1.6 km · 2 min · Seymour Road
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Turn right onto West Baldwin Road
12.7 mi · 17 min · West Baldwin Road
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Turn right onto South Saginaw Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · South Saginaw Road
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Take the ramp slight right
1407 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight right onto I-75 South
27.7 mi · 30 min · I-75 South
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Take the exit slight right toward M 59 East: Utica
1392 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
16 mi · 21 min
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Turn right onto Romeo Plank Road
1 mi · 2 min · Romeo Plank Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Romeo Plank Road
34 m · 2 sec · Romeo Plank Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Romeo Plank Road
675 ft · 12 sec · Romeo Plank Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Cass Avenue
38 m · 3 sec · Cass Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto Cass Avenue
1.6 mi · 3 min · Cass Avenue
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Turn right onto Moravian Drive
1.2 mi · 3 min · Moravian Drive
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Turn right onto White Oaks Drive
1165 ft · 53 sec · White Oaks Drive
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Turn right onto Red Oaks Drive
88 m · 13 sec · Red Oaks Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Red Oaks Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gaines and Clinton Township.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
I-75 South
Merge slight right onto I-75 South
27.7 mi · 00h 30m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Cloudy leaving Gaines and Light Rain Likely near Clinton Township.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gaines to Clinton Township?
The road trip is about 66.9 miles (107.7 km) and usually takes 01h 16m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Springfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.2 miles from Gaines and 33.7 miles from Clinton Township.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 54.2 miles (87.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:58 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.39 one way or $20.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Cloudy around Gaines and Light Rain Likely near Clinton Township.
Stop Ideas Near Springfield
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Rochester Municipal Complex
City of Pontiac
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Springfield.
Pontiac Transportation Center
Birmingham, Michigan
Troy Transit Center
Flint station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gaines and Clinton Township. Straight-line distance: 54.18 mi (87.19 km).
#1 Gaines
Human settlement in Genesee County, Michigan, United States of America
| Population | 357 |
| Coordinates | 42.8725300, -83.9141300 |
| Altitude | 261 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Clinton Township
A city in Macomb County, Michigan.
| Population | 99,753 |
| Coordinates | 42.5869800, -82.9199200 |
| Altitude | 183 |
| Country | United States |
End: Red Oaks Drive (-82.919431, 42.586969)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 108 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 50m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.40 | $10.39 | $20.79 |
| Mid-grade | $5.08 | $11.99 | $23.98 |
| Premium | $5.68 | $13.41 | $26.81 |
| Diesel | $6.63 | $15.64 | $31.28 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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