Origin
Flint, MI
Evening in Flint on Sunday
Local time
7:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Flint, MI to Canton, MI
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
66 mi
106 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 12m
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6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Canton, MI
fish socks
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Flint to Canton, you are looking at a straightforward 66-mile journey through the heart of Michigan. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 17 minutes behind the wheel for this commute. Since the trip is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day outing, meaning you can easily reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $10 for fuel, making this an economical choice for your travel plans. Both cities sit within the Midwest region, so you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout the drive. This route is ideal for travelers who prefer local roads over long highway stretches.
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 miles from Flint, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 38m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you navigate from Flint to Canton. You won't find a standard interstate grind here, as the route features a 0% highway share, relying instead on surface streets like East Court Street, South Grand Traverse Street, and the Chevrolet-Buick Freeway. Because the longest uninterrupted stretch is 0 miles on East Court Street, prepare for frequent turns and a more active driving experience. It feels less like a high-speed transit route and more like a connected series of local paths. Stay alert behind the wheel, as the lack of long highway segments means you will be managing intersections and local road transitions for the duration of the 66-mile trip.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 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 Canton, MI is easy. At 1h 17m 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 Canton, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Court Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Grand Traverse Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Chevrolet-Buick Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 75 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 75 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 23 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| M 14 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| M 153 | 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 Canton, MI.
1
Start on the route
92 ft
·
11 sec
·
the route
2
Turn uturn onto East Court Street
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
East Court Street
3
Turn left onto South Grand Traverse Street
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
South Grand Traverse Street
4
Take the ramp right
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
5
Merge slight left onto Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 75, US 23: Detroit, Saginaw
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
I 75, US 23: Detroit, Saginaw
7
Keep slight left to continue on I 75 South, US 23 South: Detroit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 75 South, US 23 South: Detroit
8
Merge slight left
2.1 mi
·
2 min
9
Keep slight right to continue on US 23: Ann Arbor
48 mi
·
51 min
·
US 23: Ann Arbor
10
Keep slight left to continue on M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia
11
Take the exit slight right toward M 153: Ford Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
M 153: Ford Road
12
Continue on M 153 East: Canton
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
M 153 East: Canton
13
Continue on M-153
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
M-153
14
Continue on Ford Road
6.7 mi
·
9 min
·
Ford Road
15
Turn right onto North Canton Center Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Canton Center Road
16
Turn left onto Cherry Hill Road
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Cherry Hill Road
17
Turn left onto Surrey Drive
177 ft
·
9 sec
·
Surrey Drive
18
Turn right onto Eddington Circle
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
Eddington Circle
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Because this is a short trip with no scheduled stops, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time to avoid heavy traffic. You can complete the entire 66-mile distance in one go, so focus your planning on choosing a time of day when you feel most comfortable navigating local turns. Since the drive takes just over an hour and 17 minutes, you likely won't need a dedicated rest break unless you choose to make one for your own comfort. Keep your $10 fuel budget in mind as you prep your vehicle before heading out. A concrete tip for this specific route is to double-check your navigation before leaving, as the reliance on local streets rather than major highways means you will encounter many more turns than a standard interstate drive.
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 miles from Flint, MI, or about 38m 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 66 miles or 1h 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33 miles or 38m 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 Canton, 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 miles and 1h 17m.
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 33 mi from Flint, MI · 38m 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 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33 miles from Flint, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Canton, MI
The final approach into Canton, 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 Canton, 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
$10.02 one way
$20.05 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $11.05 | $22.10 |
| premium | $4.80 | $12.46 | $24.92 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.66 | $29.33 |
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: 23.1 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 | 19.8 | 0 | $6.93 | $3.17 |
| Efficient EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.77 | $2.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.24 | $4.22 |
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
Canton, MI
Evening in Canton on Sunday
Local time
7:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°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
2 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 17m 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 Canton, MI covers 66 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Court Street, South Grand Traverse Street, Chevrolet-Buick Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33 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 $10.02 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 Canton, MI is easy. At 1h 17m 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 Canton, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Flint, MI to Canton, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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