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Trip from Flint, MI to Deerfield, MI

Data updated 2 hours ago

Drive Time

1h 43m

Distance

90 mi

145 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$14

one way

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min
4 AM
1h 36m ★
6 AM
1h 44m
8 AM
1h 59m
10 AM
1h 49m
12 PM
1h 48m
3 PM
1h 50m
5 PM
1h 58m
8 PM
1h 39m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Deerfield, MI, MI

Deerfield, MI

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Trip Overview

The drive from Flint, MI to Deerfield, MI covers 90 miles and takes about 1h 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US 23, Deerfield Road, Ida West Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 77.2 miles on US 23. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.07 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

45 miles from Flint, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This is a 1h 43m highway drive covering 90 miles, with most of the trip on US 23 and Deerfield Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 77.2 miles on US 23.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 23 is the longest continuous segment at about 77.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 23 and Deerfield Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near M 21 / East Court Street.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 90 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

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 2.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6 miles (US 23): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

9
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | 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 lanes.
6
2.9 mi into trip | ~4m in

Take the exit toward I 75, US 23: Detroit, Saginaw

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 133 Toward I 75, US 23: Detroit, Saginaw
7
6 mi into trip | ~8m in | US 23

Keep slight right at fork onto US 23 toward US 23: Ann Arbor

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward US 23: Ann Arbor
8
53.8 mi into trip | ~59m in | US 23

Keep slight right at fork onto US 23 toward US 23 South: Ann Arbor, Toledo

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward US 23 South: Ann Arbor, Toledo
8
83.1 mi into trip | ~1h 31m in

Take the exit toward Ida, Petersburg

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 13 Toward Ida, Petersburg

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Flint, MI and Deerfield, MI, road signs point toward Toledo, Ida and Petersburg.

Toledo

53.8 mi in | ~59m | via US 23

Ida

83.1 mi in | ~1h 31m

Petersburg

83.1 mi in | ~1h 31m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 23 77.2 mi 1h 22m
Deerfield Road 2.8 mi 4m
Ida West Road 2.6 mi 4m
I 75 2.1 mi 2m
Chevrolet-Buick Freeway 2.1 mi 2m
East Keegan Street 0.5 mi <1m
South Grand Traverse Street 0.3 mi <1m
Carey Street 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: US 23 — 77.2 mi, about 1h 22m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Flint, MI and Deerfield, 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 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

2.1 mi · 2 min · Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
6

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 39 sec
Exit 133 Toward I 75, US 23: Detroit, Saginaw
7

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Detroit
8

Merge onto I 75; US 23

2.1 mi · 2 min · I 75; US 23
9

Keep slight right at fork onto US 23

48 mi · 51 min · US 23
Toward US 23: Ann Arbor Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight right at fork onto US 23

29 mi · 31 min · US 23
Toward US 23 South: Ann Arbor, Toledo Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 19 sec
Exit 13 Toward Ida, Petersburg Use the slight right lane.
12

Turn right onto Ida West Road

2.6 mi · 4 min · Ida West Road
13

Continue on Division Street

400 ft · 10 sec · Division Street
14

Turn right onto East Center Street

0.2 mi · 27 sec · East Center Street
15

Turn right onto Saline Street

343 ft · 12 sec · Saline Street
16

At end of road, turn left onto West Railroad Street

0.1 mi · 12 sec · West Railroad Street
17

Continue on Deerfield Road

2.8 mi · 4 min · Deerfield Road
18

Continue on East Keegan Street

0.5 mi · 58 sec · East Keegan Street
19

Turn left onto Carey Street

0.3 mi · 35 sec · Carey Street
20

At end of road, turn left onto East River Street

109 ft · 3 sec · East River Street
21

Arrive at destination

East River Street

Trip Plan

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 45 miles from Flint, MI, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 77.2 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 80 miles or 1h 27m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 45 miles or 50m 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 24m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Deerfield, 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 90 miles and 1h 43m.

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 US 23 for about 77.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 45 mi from Flint, MI · 50m into the drive

Downtown Ann Arbor, MI, MI

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ann Arbor, MI

45 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.

Popular next leg

Ann Arbor, MI to Deerfield, MI

34.5 mi · 46m

Pacing Suggestions

Toledo, OH

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ann Arbor, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 45 miles from Flint, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 23 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 77.2 miles.

Arriving in Deerfield, MI

The final approach into Deerfield, 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 Deerfield, 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

$14.07 one way

$28.14 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 32 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $15.45 $30.90
premium $4.89 $17.32 $34.64
diesel $5.61 $19.87 $39.74

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$14

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$39–$64

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 31.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 27 0 $9.45 $4.32
Efficient EV 22.5 0 $7.87 $3.60
EV Truck/SUV 36 0 $12.60 $5.76

Gas CO2

31 kg

EV CO2

11 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.

Forecast data refreshed 2 hours ago

Origin

Flint, MI

Night in Flint on Tuesday

Local time

10:48 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms

SW 5 to 8 mph 94% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 14 at 7:33PM EDT until April 21 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 14 at 7:33PM EDT until April 18 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI

Destination

Deerfield, MI

Night in Deerfield on Tuesday

Local time

10:48 PM

EDT

Current temp

72°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

11 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 43m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

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 Deerfield, MI covers 90 miles and takes about 1h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 23, Deerfield Road, Ida West Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45 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 $14.07 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 is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 90 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
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 2.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6 miles (US 23): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Flint, MI and Deerfield, MI, road signs point toward Toledo, Ida and Petersburg.

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