The drive from Beechwood, MI to Flint, MI covers 137.2 miles and takes about 2h 31m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 69, I 96, Paul B. Henry Freeway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 54.8 miles on I 69.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $21.45 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
68.6 miles from Beechwood, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 18m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 31m. Total distance: 137.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 31m highway drive covering 137.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 69 and I 96. The longest continuous stretch is about 54.8 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 22 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 54.8 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
868 ft605 ft
Total Climb
382 ft
Total Descent
234 ft
Highest Point
868 ft
~49 mi in
Elevation Range
263 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and I 96. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Douglas Avenue.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 137.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Douglas Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 8.2 miles (I 196 / Gerald R Ford Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 17 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|Douglas Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Douglas Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
8.2 mi into trip|~13m in|I 196 / Gerald R Ford Freeway
Merge onto I 196 / Gerald R Ford Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
16.7 mi into trip|~22m in
Take the exit toward M 6 East: Lansing
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 64
Toward M 6 East: Lansing
7
36 mi into trip|~43m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I-96 East: Lansing
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I-96 East: Lansing
7
136.2 mi into trip|~2h 29m in
Take the exit toward Saginaw Street, Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Saginaw Street, Downtown
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 Beechwood, MI to Flint, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 6 East: Lansing along the way.
M 6 East: Lansing
16.7 mi in|~22m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 69
54.8 mi
56m
I 96
42.3 mi
45m
Paul B. Henry Freeway
18.4 mi
19m
Gerald R Ford Freeway
8.5 mi
9m
I 196 BL
4.4 mi
6m
East Lakewood Boulevard
2.6 mi
4m
Douglas Avenue
0.9 mi
1m
West Fifth Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 54.8 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Beechwood, MI and Flint, MI.
1
Start on this road
214 ft·17 sec·this road
2
At end of road, turn right onto Douglas Avenue
0.9 mi·1 min·Douglas Avenue
3
Continue on Howard Avenue
0.1 mi·18 sec·Howard Avenue
4
Continue on East Lakewood Boulevard
2.6 mi·4 min·East Lakewood Boulevard
5
Turn right onto 112th Avenue
505 ft·14 sec·112th Avenue
6
Turn left onto I 196 BL
4.1 mi·5 min·I 196 BL
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
Take the ramp onto I 196 BL
0.3 mi·41 sec·I 196 BL
Toward I 196 EAST: Grand Rapids
8
Merge onto I 196
8.5 mi·9 min·Gerald R Ford Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Exit 64Toward M 6 East: LansingUse the slight right lane.
10
Continue on M 6
18 mi·19 min·Paul B. Henry Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi·55 sec
Toward I-96 East: LansingUse the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 96
42 mi·45 min·I 96
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
2.5 mi·2 min
Exit 89Toward I 69 East: Flint
14
Merge onto I 69
55 mi·56 min·I 69
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·36 sec
Toward Saginaw Street, DowntownUse the slight right lane.
16
Turn left onto South Grand Traverse Street
0.3 mi·36 sec·South Grand Traverse Street
17
Turn right onto M 21
0.3 mi·48 sec·West Fifth Street
18
Turn left onto Harrison Street
382 ft·20 sec·Harrison Street
19
Turn left onto M 21
235 ft·9 sec·East Court Street
20
Turn left
68 ft·6 sec
21
Turn right
93 ft·6 sec
22
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 68.6 miles from Beechwood, MI, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 54.8 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 30 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 68.6 miles or 1h 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 4m
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 Beechwood, 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 Beechwood, MI
This is one driving day of about 137.2 miles and 2h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Beechwood, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 69 for about 54.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 68.6 mi from Beechwood, MI
· 1h 18m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$21.45 one way
$42.90 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg48 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$23.55
$47.10
premium
$4.89
$26.40
$52.81
diesel
$5.61
$30.29
$60.58
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
41.2
0
$14.41
$6.59
Efficient EV
34.3
0
$12.00
$5.49
EV Truck/SUV
54.9
0
$19.21
$8.78
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Beechwood, MI
Afternoon
in Beechwood on Saturday
Local time
12:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Flint, MI
Afternoon
in Flint on Saturday
Local time
12:11 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
12 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
2h 31m 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 Beechwood, MI to Flint, MI covers 137.2 miles and takes about 2h 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69, I 96, Paul B. Henry Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 68.6 miles from Beechwood, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.45 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 137.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Douglas Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 8.2 miles (I 196 / Gerald R Ford Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Beechwood, MI to Flint, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 6 East: Lansing along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 605 ft to 868 ft elevation with about 382 ft of total climbing.
