Origin
Flint, MI
Evening in Flint on Sunday
Local time
6:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Flint, MI to Aurelius, MI
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
66.5 mi
107 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 36m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Flint to Aurelius, you are looking at a straightforward 66.5-mile journey through the Michigan Midwest. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 22 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You will primarily utilize the Chevrolet-Buick Freeway, I-69 BL, and US-127 to complete the transit. Budgeting roughly $10 for fuel should be sufficient for a one-way trip, depending on your vehicle's efficiency. Because the entire route remains within the state of Michigan, the transition between these two points is seamless and lacks the complexity of crossing regional borders. It is an efficient, no-nonsense path that gets you to your destination quickly without the need for an overnight stay.
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
33.3 miles from Flint, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 35m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive is heavily highway-focused, with 82% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will experience a significant, uninterrupted stretch of 40.6 miles while cruising on the Chevrolet-Buick Freeway, which defines the initial personality of the trip. The route maintains a consistent, high-speed pace as you transition between the freeway and US-127. While you won't encounter technical mountain passes or winding backroads, the road provides a reliable, steady environment for long-distance driving. You can expect a predictable experience that favors speed and efficiency over complex navigation or varied terrain changes.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Chevrolet-Buick Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 40.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Chevrolet-Buick Freeway and US 127. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near M 21 / East Court Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 66.5 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (M 21 / East Court Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles (I 69 / Chevrolet-Buick Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.4 miles (I 69 BL): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
9
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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M 21 / East Court Street
Turn uturn onto M 21 / East Court Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / none lanes.
5
0.8 mi into trip
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~2m in
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I 69 / Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
Merge onto I 69 / Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
41.4 mi into trip
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~43m in
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I 69 BL
Take the exit onto I 69 BL toward BL I 69: East Lansing
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward BL I 69: East Lansing
6
48.4 mi into trip
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~55m in
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North Howard Avenue
Turn left onto North Howard Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
5
48.8 mi into trip
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~56m in
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US 127
Merge onto US 127
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Flint, MI to Aurelius, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Bl I 69: East Lansing along the way.
Bl I 69: East Lansing
41.4 mi in
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~43m
|
via I 69 BL
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet-Buick Freeway | 40.6 mi | 41m |
| US 127 | 7.2 mi | 7m |
| I 69 BL | 6.8 mi | 11m |
| South Aurelius Road | 4 mi | 9m |
| North College Road | 4 mi | 5m |
| West Columbia Road | 2 mi | 2m |
| South Grand Traverse Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Court Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
— 40.6 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flint, MI and Aurelius, MI.
1
Start on this road
93 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
Turn uturn onto M 21
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
East Court Street
Use the straight / left / none lanes.
3
Turn left onto South Grand Traverse Street
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
South Grand Traverse Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
5
Merge onto I 69
41 mi
·
41 min
·
Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
Use the none lane.
6
Take the exit onto I 69 BL
6.8 mi
·
11 min
·
I 69 BL
Toward BL I 69: East Lansing
Use the slight right lane.
7
Turn straight onto I 69 BL; M 43
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
East Grand River Avenue
Use the none lane.
8
Turn left onto North Howard Avenue
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
North Howard Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward US 127 South
10
Merge onto US 127
7.2 mi
·
7 min
·
US 127
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward Holt Road
12
Turn right onto Holt Road
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Holt Road
13
Turn left onto North College Road
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
North College Road
14
Turn right onto West Columbia Road
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Columbia Road
15
Turn left onto South Aurelius Road
4.0 mi
·
9 min
·
South Aurelius Road
16
Arrive at destination
South Aurelius Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours is always a smart move. You likely won't need to plan for formal stops, as the 1-hour and 22-minute duration is manageable in a single push. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before you leave Flint, as the $10 estimate is a baseline; ensuring you are topped off before hitting the Chevrolet-Buick Freeway will save you from having to hunt for gas mid-transit. The lack of mandatory stops is an advantage here, allowing you to reach Aurelius without unnecessary interruptions. Focus on maintaining a steady pace during that long 40.6-mile stretch on the freeway to make the most of your time on the road.
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 33.3 miles from Flint, MI, or about 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 40.6 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 66.5 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.3 miles or 35m 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 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Aurelius, 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 66.5 miles and 1h 22m.
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.
The longest stretch is on Chevrolet-Buick Freeway for about 40.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.3 mi from Flint, MI · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 66.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.3 miles from Flint, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Aurelius, MI
The final approach into Aurelius, 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 Aurelius, 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
$10.10 one way
$20.20 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $11.13 | $22.27 |
| premium | $4.80 | $12.55 | $25.11 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.77 | $29.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20 | 0 | $6.98 | $3.19 |
| Efficient EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.82 | $2.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.31 | $4.26 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Aurelius, MI
Evening in Aurelius on Sunday
Local time
6:53 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 22m 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 Aurelius, MI covers 66.5 miles and takes about 1h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Chevrolet-Buick Freeway, US 127, I 69 BL. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.3 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 $10.10 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 66.5 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (M 21 / East Court Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.8 miles (I 69 / Chevrolet-Buick Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.4 miles (I 69 BL): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Flint, MI to Aurelius, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Bl I 69: East Lansing along the way.
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