Origin
Bloomfield Hills, MI
Evening in Bloomfield Hills on Sunday
Local time
5:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bloomfield Hills, MI to Flint, MI
Drive Time
52m
Distance
46.3 mi
74 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
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6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 1m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bloomfield Hills, MI
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Bloomfield Hills to Flint, you are looking at a straightforward 46.3-mile journey through Michigan. Expect to spend about 52 minutes on the road, making this an ideal candidate for a single-day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel budget of approximately $7, the drive is highly economical and efficient. You will primarily navigate the Walter P. Chrysler Freeway, the UAW Freeway, and Woodward Avenue as you traverse this Midwestern corridor. Because the route is short and focused on major thoroughfares, it serves as a practical connection between these two Michigan hubs rather than a leisure-heavy scenic tour.
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
23.1 miles from Bloomfield Hills, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 26m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is defined by its efficiency, with 91% of your travel time spent on highways. You will experience a significant, uninterrupted stretch of 34.6 miles while cruising along the Walter P. Chrysler Freeway. The drive feels like a standard highway-focused commute, prioritizing speed and directness over winding backroads. As you transition between these major freeways, the character of the road remains consistent, offering a predictable and fast-paced experience behind the wheel. Expect a steady, high-speed flow that gets you to your destination with minimal technical navigation.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 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. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near M 1 / Woodward Avenue.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 46.3 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: at 0.2 miles (M 1 / Woodward Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (I 75 BL; US 24 BUS / East Square Lake Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.5 miles (BL I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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M 1 / Woodward Avenue
Turn left onto M 1 / Woodward Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
2 mi into trip
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~3m 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
3.5 mi into trip
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~5m in
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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
39 mi into trip
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~43m in
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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
6
45.9 mi into trip
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~51m 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 | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| 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 Bloomfield Hills, MI and Flint, MI.
1
Start on M 1
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Woodward Avenue
2
Turn left
97 ft
·
12 sec
3
Turn left onto M 1
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Woodward Avenue
Use the none lane.
4
Turn sharp right onto I 75 BL; US 24 BUS
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Square Lake Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
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.
6
Merge onto I 75
35 mi
·
37 min
·
Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Use the none lane.
7
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.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward M 21: Downtown
9
Continue on M 21
386 ft
·
17 sec
·
Chavez Drive
10
Turn left onto M 21
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
East Court Street
Use the left lane.
11
Turn left
68 ft
·
6 sec
12
Turn right
93 ft
·
6 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 52-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak commuting hours is always a smart move to ensure a smooth transit. Because there are no mandatory stops required for a trip of this length, you can easily complete the entire 46.3-mile stretch in one go without needing a break. Keep your $7 fuel estimate in mind, as filling up before you leave Bloomfield Hills will likely cover the entire trip comfortably. My best advice for this specific route is to stay alert during the transition between the Chrysler and UAW freeways, as these primary arteries carry the bulk of your travel time.
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 23.1 miles from Bloomfield Hills, MI, or about 26m 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 46.3 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 23.1 miles or 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 43m
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 Bloomfield Hills, 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 Bloomfield Hills, MI
This is one driving day of about 46.3 miles and 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bloomfield Hills, 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 23.1 mi from Bloomfield Hills, MI · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 46.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.1 miles from Bloomfield Hills, 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
$7.03 one way
$14.06 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $7.75 | $15.51 |
| premium | $4.80 | $8.74 | $17.48 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.29 | $20.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.86 | $2.22 |
| Efficient EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.05 | $1.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.5 | 0 | $6.48 | $2.96 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
5:55 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
6 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
52m 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 Bloomfield Hills, MI to Flint, MI covers 46.3 miles and takes about 52m 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 23.1 miles from Bloomfield Hills, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.03 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 demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 46.3 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: at 0.2 miles (M 1 / Woodward Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (I 75 BL; US 24 BUS / East Square Lake Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.5 miles (BL I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bloomfield Hills, MI to Flint, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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