Origin
Chesterfield, MI
Morning in Chesterfield on Friday
Local time
7:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chesterfield, MI to Flint, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
62.5 mi
101 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 18m
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.
Chesterfield, MI
Boys in Bristol Photography
Trip Overview
This 62.5-mile drive from Chesterfield, MI, to Flint, MI, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. The route is primarily highway-focused, with about 63% of the journey on major freeways, making it an efficient connection between two points in the Midwest. With an estimated fuel cost of just $10, this short hop is budget-friendly. You won't need to worry about overnight stays, giving you flexibility to depart and arrive at your convenience. It's a straightforward drive designed for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 62.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for most of this 62.5-mile journey, as 63% of the route utilizes major roadways like I-75 and the UAW Freeway. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 32.8 miles on I-75, offering a consistent pace. While the profile is largely highway, you will transition onto local roads like Hall Road, providing a slight variation in the driving experience as you approach your destination. This route prioritizes efficient travel over scenic detours.
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.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 32.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Hall Road. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2.4 miles in near M 59 / Hall Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 62.5 miles you will encounter 9 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 2.4 miles (M 59 / Hall Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 21.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.3 miles (I 475 / UAW Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
2.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
M 59 / Hall Road
Turn right onto M 59 / Hall Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
21.9 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward I 75 North: Flint
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 40B
Toward I 75 North: Flint
8
55.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m 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
61.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward M 21: Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward M 21: Downtown
6
62.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
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 |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 32.8 mi | 35m |
| Hall Road | 19.5 mi | 26m |
| UAW Freeway | 6.5 mi | 6m |
| Gratiot Avenue | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| East Court Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Chavez Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Kuchenmeister Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 32.8 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chesterfield, MI and Flint, MI.
1
Start on Kuchenmeister Street
77 ft
·
8 sec
·
Kuchenmeister Street
2
Turn left onto M 3
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Gratiot Avenue
3
Turn right onto M 59
19 mi
·
26 min
·
Hall Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 40B
Toward I 75 North: Flint
Use the slight right lane.
5
Merge onto I 75
33 mi
·
35 min
·
I 75
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
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.3 mi from Chesterfield, MI · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
31 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.3 miles from Chesterfield, 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
$9.77 one way
$19.54 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.73 | $21.46 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.03 | $24.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.80 | $27.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 21.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.56 | $3.00 |
| Efficient EV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.47 | $2.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25 | 0 | $8.75 | $4.00 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Morning in Flint on Friday
Local time
7:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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 Chesterfield, MI to Flint, MI covers 62.5 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 I 75, Hall Road, UAW 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 31.3 miles from Chesterfield, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.77 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 62.5 miles you will encounter 9 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 2.4 miles (M 59 / Hall Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 21.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 55.3 miles (I 475 / UAW Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Chesterfield, MI to Flint, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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