Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 19m
Distance
106.2 mi
171 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lakeview, MI
fish socks
This 106.2-mile journey from Flint to Lakeview, Michigan, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 19 minutes of driving time. With an estimated fuel cost of $17, it's an economical option for exploring more of the Midwest. The drive primarily utilizes I-75 and local roads like Gratiot Road and Howard City Edmore Road Northeast, offering a mixed driving experience. Since there are no designated stops in the data, you'll have flexibility in planning breaks. This route is ideal for a straightforward drive across Michigan.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
53.1 miles from Flint, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 1m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 19m. Total distance: 106.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (31%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with about 31% of your travel on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 23.4 miles on I-75, offering a chance for consistent speed. As you transition from the interstate to roads like Gratiot Road and Howard City Edmore Road Northeast, the character of the drive will change, likely involving more local traffic and varied speed limits. This blend means you'll experience both efficient highway cruising and a more grounded, local feel.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 15 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 106.2 miles you will encounter 15 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 Lakeview, 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 |
| Howard City Edmore Road Northeast | 11 mi | 15m |
| West Monroe Road | 11 mi | 15m |
| East Monroe Road | 10.4 mi | 14m |
| UAW Freeway | 9.7 mi | 10m |
| Howard City Edmore Road | 9.1 mi | 12m |
| Sheridan Avenue | 1.9 mi | 2m |
Step-by-step road directions between Flint, MI and Lakeview, 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
Continue on M 46
Continue on M 46
Continue on US 127 BUS; M 46
Continue on US 127 BUS; M 46
Continue on M 46
Continue on M 46
Continue on M 46
Continue on M 46
Continue on M 46
Turn right onto Greenville Road
Continue on South Lincoln Avenue
Continue on North Lincoln Street
Continue on North Lincoln Avenue
Turn right onto East North Street
Turn left onto Faith Drive
Arrive at destination
For this 2-hour, 19-minute drive, leaving Flint in the morning allows you to arrive in Lakeview with plenty of the day remaining. Given the relatively short distance, you have the flexibility to depart when convenient. Plan for fuel before you leave Flint, as the estimated cost is $17 for the 106.2 miles. Keep an eye out for transitions between I-75 and the local roads, as this is where your speed and driving conditions will change most noticeably. Since no specific stops are noted, consider a brief pause in a town along Gratiot Road if you need to stretch your legs.
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.
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 23 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.1 miles or 1h 1m 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 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lakeview, MI than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Flint, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 106.2 miles and 2h 19m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 53.1 mi from Flint, MI · 1h 1m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 53.1 miles from Flint, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Lakeview, 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 Lakeview, MI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$16.60 one way
$33.21 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $18.23 | $36.46 |
| premium | $4.89 | $20.44 | $40.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.45 | $46.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.9 | 0 | $11.15 | $5.10 |
| Efficient EV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.29 | $4.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.5 | 0 | $14.87 | $6.80 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Morning in Flint on Friday
Local time
11:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Morning in Lakeview on Friday
Local time
11:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°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
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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