Origin
Flint, MI
Evening in Flint on Sunday
Local time
6:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Flint, MI to Alma, MI
Drive Time
1h 33m
Distance
75.5 mi
122 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 26m
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6 AM
1h 33m
8 AM
1h 47m
10 AM
1h 38m
12 PM
1h 37m
3 PM
1h 39m
5 PM
1h 47m
8 PM
1h 29m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alma, MI
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Flint to Alma covers 75.5 miles of Michigan heartland, typically requiring about 1 hour and 33 minutes of drive time. Because this is a relatively short trek, it works perfectly as a straightforward day trip that doesn't necessitate an overnight stay. You can expect to budget roughly $11 for fuel, making this an affordable excursion within the Midwest. Navigating through local roads like East Court Street and Saginaw Street means you will stay off the interstates entirely. If you prefer a focused, direct drive rather than a multi-day journey, this route offers a practical and efficient way to reach your destination.
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
37.8 miles from Flint, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features a zero-percent highway share. You will spend your time navigating through city streets and local roads, with no single stretch of East Court Street providing a long, uninterrupted run. The journey requires your full attention due to the constant turning, which creates a very different experience than a monotonous highway slog. Because you won't be maintaining consistent highway speeds, the pace feels deliberate and connected to the local landscape. Prepare for a hands-on driving experience that prioritizes local navigation over open-road cruising.
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.
East Court Street 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 Flint, MI to Alma, MI is easy. At 1h 33m 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 Flint, MI to Alma, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Court Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Saginaw Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Third Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Chavez Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 475 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| UAW Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| M 46 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Holland Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
East Court Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flint, MI and Alma, MI.
1
Start on the route
92 ft
·
11 sec
·
the route
2
Turn uturn onto East Court Street
253 ft
·
18 sec
·
East Court Street
3
Turn right onto Saginaw Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Saginaw Street
4
Turn right onto East Third Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Third Street
5
Turn left onto Chavez Drive
482 ft
·
14 sec
·
Chavez Drive
6
Take the ramp straight toward I 475 North
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
I 475 North
7
Merge slight left onto UAW Freeway
9.7 mi
·
10 min
·
UAW Freeway
8
Merge slight left
23 mi
·
25 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward M 46: Buena Vista, Sandusky
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
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M 46: Buena Vista, Sandusky
10
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward East Holland Avenue
13 ft
·
1 sec
·
East Holland Avenue
11
Exit the roundabout onto East Holland Avenue
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
East Holland Avenue
12
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Holland Avenue
105 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Holland Avenue
13
Exit the roundabout onto East Holland Avenue
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East Holland Avenue
14
Turn slight right onto East Remington Street
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East Remington Street
15
Turn left onto Sheridan Avenue
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Sheridan Avenue
16
Continue on Williams Street
0.4 mi
·
34 sec
·
Williams Street
17
Turn left onto Gratiot Avenue
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Gratiot Avenue
18
Continue on Gratiot Road
11 mi
·
13 min
·
Gratiot Road
19
Continue on East Saginaw Street
0.6 mi
·
41 sec
·
East Saginaw Street
20
Continue on North Saginaw Street
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
North Saginaw Street
21
Continue on Gratiot Road
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Gratiot Road
22
Continue on Saginaw Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Saginaw Street
23
Continue on West Saginaw Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Saginaw Street
24
Continue on Gratiot Road
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Gratiot Road
25
Continue on East Monroe Road
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
East Monroe Road
26
Continue on East Saginaw Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Saginaw Street
27
Turn left onto North Wisner Road
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Wisner Road
28
Turn right onto East Lincoln Road
7.0 mi
·
9 min
·
East Lincoln Road
29
Continue on East Superior Street
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
East Superior Street
30
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a 75.5-mile trip without any scheduled stops, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid local traffic. Pack your own snacks and water before you head out, as you will not be relying on interstate rest areas to manage your needs. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route can make the 1 hour and 33 minute drive feel more active than a standard freeway commute. Given the $11 fuel estimate, filling up your tank in Flint before you depart ensures you won't need to hunt for gas stations along the way. Stay alert at intersections, as the reliance on local streets like East Third Street requires frequent navigation adjustments.
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 37.8 miles from Flint, MI, or about 46m 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 75.5 miles or 1h 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.8 miles or 46m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alma, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Flint, 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 Flint, MI
This is one driving day of about 75.5 miles and 1h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Flint, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.8 mi from Flint, MI · 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 75.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.8 miles from Flint, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Alma, MI
The final approach into Alma, 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 Alma, 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
$11.47 one way
$22.94 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $12.64 | $25.28 |
| premium | $4.80 | $14.25 | $28.51 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.77 | $33.55 |
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: 26.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.93 | $3.62 |
| Efficient EV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.61 | $3.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.2 | 0 | $10.57 | $4.83 |
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
Alma, MI
Evening in Alma on Sunday
Local time
6:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
1 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
1h 33m 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 Flint, MI to Alma, MI covers 75.5 miles and takes about 1h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Court Street, Saginaw Street, East Third Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.8 miles from Flint, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.47 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 Flint, MI to Alma, MI is easy. At 1h 33m 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 Flint, MI to Alma, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Flint, MI to Alma, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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