How far is Ludington, MI from Clio, MI?
The driving distance from Ludington, MI to Clio, MI is about 172.8 miles (278.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 146.3 miles (235.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 02m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Clare County, Michigan, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ludington and Clio.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ludington and Clio.
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Start on the route
21 m · 7 sec
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Turn right onto West Ludington Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · West Ludington Avenue
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Continue on East Ludington Avenue
2597 ft · 1 min · East Ludington Avenue
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Continue on West US Highway 10
1.4 mi · 2 min · West US Highway 10
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Continue on East Ludington Avenue
27.5 mi · 39 min · East Ludington Avenue
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Turn right
3 mi · 4 min
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Turn left onto East Washington
59.9 mi · 1 hr 19 min · East Washington
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Take the exit slight left toward US 10 EAST: Midland, Bay City
46.1 mi · 46 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Saginaw
2040 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
30.9 mi · 33 min
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Take the exit slight right toward M 57: Clio, Montrose
2135 ft · 57 sec
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Turn left onto West Vienna Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · West Vienna Road
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Continue on West Vienna Street
2683 ft · 1 min · West Vienna Street
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Turn left onto North Mill Street
61 m · 6 sec · North Mill Street
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Turn right
30 m · 9 sec
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Turn right
44 m · 11 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ludington and Clio.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Washington
Turn left onto East Washington
59.9 mi · 01h 19m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Sunny leaving Ludington and Sunny near Clio.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ludington to Clio?
The road trip is about 172.8 miles (278.1 km) and usually takes 03h 31m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Farwell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 86.2 miles from Ludington and 86.6 miles from Clio.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 146.3 miles (235.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 26.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:58 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $23.00 one way or $46.01 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 54.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Ludington and Sunny near Clio.
Stop Ideas Near Farwell
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Farwell.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ludington and Clio. Straight-line distance: 146.31 mi (235.46 km).
#1 Ludington
City in Mason County, Michigan, United States
| Population | 8,096 |
| Coordinates | 43.9552800, -86.4525800 |
| Altitude | 180 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Clio
City in Michigan, United States
| Population | 2,480 |
| Coordinates | 43.1775300, -83.7341300 |
| Altitude | 220 |
| Country | United States |
End: Clio (-83.73413, 43.17753)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 278 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 09m |
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 | $3.77 | $23.00 | $46.01 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $25.94 | $51.89 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $28.39 | $56.78 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $32.35 | $64.71 |
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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