Origin
Flint, MI
Afternoon in Flint on Thursday
Local time
3:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Flint, MI to Denton, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
67.1 mi
108 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Denton, MI
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 67.1-mile drive from Flint to Denton, Michigan, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 19 minutes. Designed as a highway-focused experience, about 78% of the journey utilizes major roadways. With an estimated fuel cost of just $10, this route offers an economical option for travelers within the Midwest region. The drive is structured as a single, continuous journey with no required overnight stops. It's a practical choice for a quick transit or a focused excursion between these two Michigan locales.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 67.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (78%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-centric experience on this route, with a significant 78% of the drive on major roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 47.9 miles along US 23, offering a consistent pace for a substantial portion of your travel. You'll primarily navigate via US 23, Geddes Road, and Prospect Road, indicating a mix of highway and potentially local road transitions. This profile suggests a drive that prioritizes efficiency over extensive scenic detours, keeping you moving steadily toward your destination.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 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 47.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 23 and Geddes 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.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 67.1 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 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 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 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
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~8m in
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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
7
53.8 mi into trip
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~59m in
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M 14
Keep slight left at fork onto M 14 toward M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 42
Toward M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia
7
56.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward M 153: Ford Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 10
Toward M 153: Ford Road
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 Denton, MI, road signs point toward M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia and M 153 East: Canton.
M 14 East: Plymouth
53.8 mi in
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~59m
|
via M 14
Livonia
53.8 mi in
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~59m
|
via M 14
M 153 East: Canton
57.1 mi in
|
~1h 3m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 23 | 47.9 mi | 51m |
| Geddes Road | 4 mi | 6m |
| Prospect Road | 3 mi | 4m |
| M 14 | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| I 75 | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Chevrolet-Buick Freeway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Denton Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| M-153 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 23
— 47.9 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flint, MI and Denton, 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 left at fork onto M 14
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
M 14
Exit 42
Toward M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 10
Toward M 153: Ford Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on this road
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
this road
Toward M 153 East: Canton
13
Continue on M 153
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
M-153
14
Continue on M 153
0.7 mi
·
58 sec
·
Ford Road
15
Turn right onto Prospect Road
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Prospect Road
Use the right lane.
16
Turn left onto Geddes Road
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Geddes Road
17
Enter roundabout onto Geddes Road
108 ft
·
6 sec
·
Geddes Road
18
Continue on Geddes Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Geddes Road
19
Turn right onto Denton Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Denton Road
20
Arrive at destination
Denton Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.6 mi from Flint, MI · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.6 miles from Flint, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Denton, MI
The final approach into Denton, MI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.49 one way
$20.98 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.52 | $23.04 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.91 | $25.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.81 | $29.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.1 | 0 | $7.05 | $3.22 |
| Efficient EV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.87 | $2.68 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.8 | 0 | $9.39 | $4.29 |
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
Denton, MI
Afternoon in Denton on Thursday
Local time
3:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
43°F
Brighton, MI
34 mi in
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
22 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 19m 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 Denton, MI covers 67.1 miles and takes about 1h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 23, Geddes Road, Prospect 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 33.6 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 $10.49 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 67.1 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 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 Denton, MI, road signs point toward M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia and M 153 East: Canton.
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