Origin
Flint, MI
Evening in Flint on Thursday
Local time
6:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
64.2 mi
103 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Breckenridge, MI
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This 64.2-mile drive from Flint to Breckenridge, Michigan, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 16 minutes. With a modest fuel cost of around $10, it's an economical option for a day trip. The route primarily utilizes I-75 and local roads like Gratiot Road and the UAW Freeway, offering a mixed driving experience. Given its short duration and manageable distance, this journey is perfectly suited for a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure and arrival times. As both your origin and destination are within the Midwest region of Michigan, you'll be traversing familiar terrain.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 64.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (51%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
This route presents a mixed drive, with 51% of the journey on highways. You'll experience stretches of faster-paced driving, particularly on I-75, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted segment at 23.4 miles. As you transition off the interstate onto roads like Gratiot Road and the UAW Freeway, the character of the drive will naturally shift to a more local feel. This blend means you can enjoy efficient travel for a significant portion, followed by a more grounded experience as you approach your destination.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
144 ft
Total Descent
164 ft
Highest Point
754 ft
~9.2 mi in
Elevation Range
152 ft
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 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.
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 64.2 miles you will encounter 12 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; at 0.1 miles (Saginaw Street): Navigation decision point; at 33.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn uturn onto M 21 / East Court Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Turn right onto Saginaw Street
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward M 46: Buena Vista, Sandusky
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Enter roundabout onto M 46 / East Holland Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Enter roundabout onto M 46 / East Holland Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Flint, MI and Breckenridge, MI, road signs point toward M 46: Buena Vista and Sandusky.
M 46: Buena Vista
Sandusky
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 23.4 mi | 25m |
| Gratiot Road | 16.7 mi | 19m |
| UAW Freeway | 9.7 mi | 10m |
| East Monroe Road | 5 mi | 7m |
| Sheridan Avenue | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| East Holland Avenue | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Gratiot Avenue | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| East Remington Street | 1.1 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Flint, MI and Breckenridge, MI.
Start on this road
Turn uturn onto M 21
Turn right onto Saginaw Street
Turn right onto East Third Street
Turn left onto Chavez Drive
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 475
Merge onto I 75; US 23
Take the exit
Enter roundabout onto M 46
Continue on M 46
Enter roundabout onto M 46
Continue on M 46
Turn slight right onto M 46
Turn left onto M 46
Continue on M 46
Turn left onto Gratiot Avenue
Continue on M 46
Continue on M 46
Continue on M 46
Continue on M 46
Continue on M 46
Continue on M 46
Continue on M 46
Continue on M 46
Continue on M 46
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.1 mi from Flint, MI · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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.
A short stop after about 64.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 32.1 miles from Flint, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Breckenridge, 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 Breckenridge, MI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$9.75 one way
$19.50 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $10.75 | $21.50 |
| premium | $4.80 | $12.12 | $24.24 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.26 | $28.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.74 | $3.08 |
| Efficient EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.62 | $2.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.7 | 0 | $8.99 | $4.11 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (64% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Flint on Thursday
Local time
6:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Breckenridge on Thursday
Local time
6:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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