Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
71.4 mi
115 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Grosse Pointe Woods, MI
fish socks
The drive from Flint, MI to Grosse Pointe Woods, MI covers 71.4 miles and takes about 1h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, Walter P Reuther Freeway, UAW Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 48.9 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.16 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 71.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 1h 21m highway drive covering 71.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and Walter P Reuther Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 48.9 miles on I 75.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Walter P Reuther Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 71.4 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: Navigation decision point; at 56.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 56.4 miles (I-75 South to I-696 East): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward I 696: Port Huron, Lansing
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto I-75 South to I-696 East toward I 696 East: Port Huron
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight right at fork toward I 94 West: Detroit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward M 102: 8 Mile Road, Vernier Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Flint, MI to Grosse Pointe Woods, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Lansing along the way.
Lansing
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 48.9 mi | 52m |
| Walter P Reuther Freeway | 9.9 mi | 10m |
| UAW Freeway | 6.7 mi | 7m |
| Edsel Ford Freeway | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Vernier Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| I-75 South to I-696 East | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Harper Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Fifth Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Flint, MI and Grosse Pointe Woods, MI.
Start on this road
Turn right
At end of road, turn left onto M 21
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 475
Merge onto I 75
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork onto I-75 South to I-696 East
Continue on I 696
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 94
Take the exit
Continue on Harper Avenue
Turn left onto Vernier Road
Continue on Vernier Road
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.7 mi from Flint, MI · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 35.7 miles from Flint, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Grosse Pointe Woods, 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.
Regular Gas
$11.16 one way
$22.33 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.26 | $24.51 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.74 | $27.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.76 | $31.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 25 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.50 | $3.43 |
| Efficient EV | 17.9 | 0 | $6.25 | $2.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.6 | 0 | $10.00 | $4.57 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Afternoon in Flint on Friday
Local time
2:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Widespread Fog then Partly Sunny
Destination
Afternoon in Grosse Pointe Woods on Friday
Local time
2:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Widespread Fog
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
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.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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