Origin
Bridgewater, MI
Late night in Bridgewater on Thursday
Local time
12:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bridgewater, MI to Flint, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
73 mi
117 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bridgewater, MI
Aaron Burden
Trip Overview
The drive from Bridgewater, MI to Flint, MI covers 73 miles and takes about 1h 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Boettner Road, Saline Waterworks Road, Parker Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.41 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
36.5 miles from Bridgewater, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 37m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 15m drive with frequent turns across 73 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 30 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Boettner Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Bridgewater, MI to Flint, MI is easy. At 1h 15m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bridgewater, MI to Flint, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Boettner Road | — | — |
| Saline Waterworks Road | — | — |
| Parker Road | — | — |
| Weber Road | — | — |
| South Parker Road | — | — |
| Pleasant Lake Road | — | — |
| South Zeeb Road | — | — |
| North Zeeb Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Boettner Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bridgewater, MI and Flint, MI.
1
Start on Austin Road
36 ft
·
2 sec
·
Austin Road
2
Turn right onto Boettner Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Boettner Road
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto Saline Waterworks Road
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
·
Saline Waterworks Road
4
Turn left onto Parker Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Parker Road
5
Turn left onto Weber Road
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Weber Road
6
Turn right onto South Parker Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South Parker Road
7
At the end of the road, turn right onto Pleasant Lake Road
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Pleasant Lake Road
8
Keep slight left to continue on Pleasant Lake Road
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Pleasant Lake Road
9
Continue on Pleasant Lake Road
312 ft
·
7 sec
·
Pleasant Lake Road
10
Continue on Pleasant Lake Road
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Pleasant Lake Road
11
Turn left onto South Zeeb Road
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
South Zeeb Road
12
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South Zeeb Road
82 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Zeeb Road
13
Exit the roundabout onto South Zeeb Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South Zeeb Road
14
Continue on North Zeeb Road
453 ft
·
12 sec
·
North Zeeb Road
15
Take the ramp right toward I 94 East: Ann Arbor
0.5 mi
·
30 sec
·
I 94 East: Ann Arbor
16
Merge slight left
1.1 mi
·
1 min
17
Keep slight left to continue on M 14: Plymouth
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
M 14: Plymouth
18
Keep left to continue on US 23 North: Flint
47 mi
·
50 min
·
US 23 North: Flint
19
Take the exit slight right toward I 69: Lansing, Port Huron
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
I 69: Lansing, Port Huron
20
Keep slight right to continue on I 69: Lansing, Flint, Port Huron
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
I 69: Lansing, Flint, Port Huron
21
Keep slight right to continue on I 69 East: Flint, Port Huron
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 69 East: Flint, Port Huron
22
Merge slight left onto Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
23
Take the exit slight right toward Saginaw Street, Downtown
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Saginaw Street, Downtown
24
Turn left onto South Grand Traverse Street
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
South Grand Traverse Street
25
Turn right onto West Fifth Street
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
West Fifth Street
26
Turn left onto Harrison Street
381 ft
·
21 sec
·
Harrison Street
27
Turn left onto East Court Street
236 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Court Street
28
Turn left
69 ft
·
7 sec
29
Turn right
92 ft
·
7 sec
30
Arrive at your 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 36.5 miles from Bridgewater, MI, or about 37m into the drive.
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 16 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.5 miles or 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Flint, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Bridgewater, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bridgewater, MI
This is one driving day of about 73 miles and 1h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Bridgewater, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.5 mi from Bridgewater, MI · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.5 miles from Bridgewater, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.41 one way
$22.83 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.53 | $25.06 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.05 | $28.10 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.12 | $32.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.9 | 0 | $7.66 | $3.50 |
| Efficient EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.39 | $2.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.2 | 0 | $10.22 | $4.67 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Late night in Flint on Thursday
Local time
12:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
43°F
Brighton, MI
37 mi in
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
20 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 15m 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 Bridgewater, MI to Flint, MI covers 73 miles and takes about 1h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Boettner Road, Saline Waterworks Road, Parker Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.5 miles from Bridgewater, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.41 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.
The drive from Bridgewater, MI to Flint, MI is easy. At 1h 15m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bridgewater, MI to Flint, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Bridgewater, MI to Flint, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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