Origin
Avoca, MI
Evening in Avoca on Sunday
Local time
5:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Avoca, MI to Flint, MI
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
59.2 mi
95 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Avoca, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Avoca, MI to Flint, MI covers 59.2 miles and takes about 1h 7m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 69, Emmett Road, Avoca Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 47.4 miles on I 69. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.99 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
29.6 miles from Avoca, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 35m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 7m highway drive covering 59.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 69 and Emmett Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 47.4 miles on I 69.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 69 is the longest continuous segment at about 47.4 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
878 ft
754 ft
Total Climb
151 ft
Total Descent
162 ft
Highest Point
878 ft
~32.1 mi in
Elevation Range
125 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and Emmett Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 4.2 miles in near M 19 / Emmett Road.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 1h 7m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.2 miles (M 19 / Emmett Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 58.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 59 miles (M 21 / East Fifth Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
4.2 mi into trip
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~6m in
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M 19 / Emmett Road
At end of road, turn left onto M 19 / Emmett Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
58.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
Take the exit toward Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 136
Toward Downtown
5
59 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
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M 21 / East Fifth Street
Turn right onto M 21 / East Fifth Street
Navigation decision point
5
59.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
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M 21 / East Court Street
Turn left onto M 21 / East Court Street
Navigation decision point
5
59.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 47.4 mi | 48m |
| Emmett Road | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| Avoca Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Beard Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Kinney Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Metcalf Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Saginaw Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 47.4 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Avoca, MI and Flint, MI.
1
Start on M 136
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Avoca Road
2
Continue on M 136
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Beard Road
3
Continue on M 136
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Metcalf Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto M 19
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Emmett Road
Use the left lane.
5
Continue on M 19
0.6 mi
·
49 sec
·
Kinney Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on M 19
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
Main Street
7
Continue on M 19
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
·
Kinney Road
8
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
9
Merge onto I 69
47 mi
·
48 min
·
I 69
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 136
Toward Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn right onto Saginaw Street
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Saginaw Street
12
Turn right onto M 21
398 ft
·
16 sec
·
East Fifth Street
13
Turn left onto Harrison Street
382 ft
·
20 sec
·
Harrison Street
14
Turn left onto M 21
235 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Court Street
15
Turn left
68 ft
·
6 sec
16
Turn right
93 ft
·
6 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
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 29.6 miles from Avoca, MI, or about 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.4 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 59.2 miles or 1h 7m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.6 miles or 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Flint, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Avoca, 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 Avoca, MI
This is one driving day of about 59.2 miles and 1h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Avoca, 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 I 69 for about 47.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.6 mi from Avoca, MI · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 59.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.6 miles from Avoca, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Flint, MI
The final approach into Flint, 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 Flint, 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
$8.99 one way
$17.98 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $9.91 | $19.83 |
| premium | $4.80 | $11.18 | $22.35 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $13.15 | $26.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.22 | $2.84 |
| Efficient EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.18 | $2.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.7 | 0 | $8.29 | $3.79 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (67% 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
Flint, MI
Evening in Flint on Sunday
Local time
5:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
24 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 7m 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 Avoca, MI to Flint, MI covers 59.2 miles and takes about 1h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, Emmett Road, Avoca 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 29.6 miles from Avoca, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.99 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 straightforward 1h 7m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 4.2 miles (M 19 / Emmett Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 58.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 59 miles (M 21 / East Fifth Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Avoca, MI to Flint, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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