Origin
Birmingham, MI
Night in Birmingham on Tuesday
Local time
9:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Birmingham, MI to Flint, MI
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
57m
Distance
49.4 mi
79 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Birmingham, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Birmingham, MI to Flint, MI covers 49.4 miles and takes about 57m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Walter P. Chrysler Freeway, UAW Freeway, Woodward Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 34.6 miles on Walter P. Chrysler Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.72 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
24.7 miles from Birmingham, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 57m highway drive covering 49.4 miles, with most of the trip on Walter P. Chrysler Freeway and UAW Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 34.6 miles on Walter P. Chrysler Freeway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Walter P. Chrysler Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 34.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Walter P. Chrysler Freeway and UAW Freeway. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 5.1 miles in near I 75 BL; US 24 BUS / East Square Lake Road.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 49.4 miles you will encounter 8 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 5.1 miles (I 75 BL; US 24 BUS / East Square Lake Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.6 miles (BL I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 42.1 miles (I 475 / UAW Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
5.1 mi into trip
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~8m in
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I 75 BL; US 24 BUS / East Square Lake Road
Turn sharp right onto I 75 BL; US 24 BUS / East Square Lake Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
6.6 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
BL I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto BL I 75 toward I 75 North: Flint
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 75 North: Flint
8
42.1 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
I 475 / UAW Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 475 / UAW Freeway toward I 475: Downtown Flint
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 111
Toward I 475: Downtown Flint
4
48.6 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Take the exit toward M 21: Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward M 21: Downtown
6
49 mi into trip
|
~56m in
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M 21 / East Court Street
Turn left onto M 21 / East Court Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Walter P. Chrysler Freeway | 34.6 mi | 37m |
| UAW Freeway | 6.5 mi | 6m |
| Woodward Avenue | 5.1 mi | 8m |
| East Square Lake Road | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| BL I 75 | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East Court Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Chavez Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
— 34.6 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Birmingham, MI and Flint, MI.
1
Start on M 1
484 ft
·
11 sec
·
Woodward Avenue
2
Continue on M 1
5.0 mi
·
8 min
·
Woodward Avenue
Use the right lane.
3
Turn sharp right onto I 75 BL; US 24 BUS
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Square Lake Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Keep slight left at fork onto BL I 75
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
BL I 75
Toward I 75 North: Flint
Use the slight left lane.
5
Merge onto I 75
35 mi
·
37 min
·
Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 475
6.5 mi
·
6 min
·
UAW Freeway
Exit 111
Toward I 475: Downtown Flint
Use the slight right lane.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward M 21: Downtown
8
Continue on M 21
386 ft
·
17 sec
·
Chavez Drive
9
Turn left onto M 21
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
East Court Street
Use the left lane.
10
Turn left
68 ft
·
6 sec
11
Turn right
93 ft
·
6 sec
12
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 24.7 miles from Birmingham, MI, or about 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.6 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 49.4 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24.7 miles or 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 48m
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 Birmingham, 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 Birmingham, MI
This is one driving day of about 49.4 miles and 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Birmingham, 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 Walter P. Chrysler Freeway for about 34.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.7 mi from Birmingham, MI · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 49.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.7 miles from Birmingham, 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
$7.72 one way
$15.45 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.48 | $16.96 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.51 | $19.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.91 | $21.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.19 | $2.37 |
| Efficient EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.32 | $1.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.92 | $3.16 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Destination
Flint, MI
Night in Flint on Tuesday
Local time
9:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Mostly Sunny
W 10 mph
12% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 14 at 4:07PM EDT until April 19 at 6:30PM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
Flood Watch
Flood Watch issued April 14 at 4:00PM EDT until April 17 at 2:00AM 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
4 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
57m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Birmingham, MI to Flint, MI covers 49.4 miles and takes about 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Walter P. Chrysler Freeway, UAW Freeway, Woodward Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.7 miles from Birmingham, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.72 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 49.4 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.1 miles (I 75 BL; US 24 BUS / East Square Lake Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.6 miles (BL I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 42.1 miles (I 475 / UAW Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Birmingham, MI to Flint, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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