The drive from Flint, MI to L'Anse, MI covers 457.4 miles and takes about 8h 43m behind the wheel.
It usually feels better as a 2-day road trip than as one long push.
The route leans on I 75, M-28, US-2 West for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 218.5 miles on I 75.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $71.51 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
228.7 miles from Flint, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 57m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
8h 43m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 8h 43m highway drive covering 457.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and M-28. The longest continuous stretch is about 218.5 miles on I 75.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 218.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and M-28. You will hit about 22 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.
Driving Effort5/10
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 457.4 miles you will encounter 22 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 229.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 22 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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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
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0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Saginaw Street
Turn right onto Saginaw Street
Navigation decision point
6
229.1 mi into trip|~3h 57m in
Take the exit toward US 2: Manistique, Escanaba
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 344B
Toward US 2: Manistique, Escanaba
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312 mi into trip|~5h 35m in|M 28 / M-28
Turn sharp left onto M 28 / M-28
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
347.3 mi into trip|~6h 17m in|M 28 / East Munising
Enter roundabout onto M 28 / East Munising
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Flint, MI to L'Anse, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Escanaba along the way.
Escanaba
229.1 mi in|~3h 57m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
218.5 mi
3h 44m
M-28
70.9 mi
1h 23m
US-2 West
62.1 mi
1h 12m
US 41
53.3 mi
1h 10m
M 77
17.3 mi
20m
County Road 480
12.5 mi
18m
UAW Freeway
9.7 mi
10m
US 2
3.2 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 218.5 mi, about 3h 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flint, MI and L'Anse, MI.
1
Start on this road
93 ft·11 sec·this road
2
Turn uturn onto M 21
253 ft·17 sec·East Court Street
3
Turn right onto Saginaw Street
0.1 mi·28 sec·Saginaw Street
4
Turn right onto East Third Street
0.4 mi·1 min·East Third Street
5
Turn left onto Chavez Drive
483 ft·13 sec·Chavez Drive
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward I 475 North
7
Merge onto I 475
9.7 mi·10 min·UAW Freeway
8
Merge onto I 75; US 23
38 mi·40 min·I 75; US 23
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23
63 mi·1 hr 3 min·I 75; US 23
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
118 mi·2 hr 1 min·I 75
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi·1 min
Exit 344BToward US 2: Manistique, Escanaba
12
Merge onto US 2; I 75 BL
0.7 mi·1 min·US-2 West
13
Continue on US 2
3.2 mi·3 min·US 2
14
Continue on US 2
61 mi·1 hr 11 min·US-2 West
15
Turn right onto M 77
17 mi·20 min·M 77
16
Turn sharp left onto M 28
35 mi·41 min·M-28
17
Continue on M 28
0.2 mi·28 sec·Cedar Street
18
Enter roundabout onto M 28
194 ft·11 sec·East Munising
19
Continue on M 28
2.2 mi·4 min·East Munising
20
Continue on M 28
36 mi·42 min·M-28
21
Continue on CR 551
1.8 mi·2 min·Cherry Creek Road
Use the straight lane.
22
Turn right onto CR 480
13 mi·18 min·County Road 480
23
Continue on Rail Street
0.4 mi·36 sec·Rail Street
24
Turn right onto Division Street
503 ft·10 sec·Division Street
25
Turn right onto M 28 BUS
440 ft·12 sec·West Main Street
26
Turn left onto M 28 BUS
0.5 mi·52 sec·North Teal Lake Avenue
27
Turn left onto US 41; M 28
2.7 mi·4 min·US Highway 41
28
Enter roundabout onto US 41; M 28
83 ft·4 sec·US 41; M 28
29
Continue on US 41; M 28
0.9 mi·1 min·US 41; M 28
30
Enter roundabout onto US 41; M 28
88 ft·5 sec·US 41; M 28
31
Continue on US 41; M 28
52 mi·1 hr 8 min·US 41; M 28
32
Turn right onto Broad Street
0.6 mi·1 min·Broad Street
33
Arrive at destination
East Broad Street
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 228.7 miles from Flint, MI, or about 3h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 218.5 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 101 miles or 1h 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 228.7 miles or 3h 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 228.7 miles or 3h 57m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 7h 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near L'Anse, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Flint, MI
Aim for roughly 229 miles and 4.4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into L'Anse, MI
Aim for roughly 229 miles and 4.4 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 101 miles from Flint, MI.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 218.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 228.7 mi from Flint, MI
· 3h 57m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
National Lakeshore
Sandstone cliffs, beaches, waterfalls, sand dunes, inland lakes, deep forest, and wild shoreline beckon you to visit Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. The power of Lake Superior shapes the park's coa...
15 mi from route
~38 min detour
$25
near mile 331.2
Park Closure: Munising Falls Trail Closed Until Further Notice
The stories of people and copper in the Keweenaw Peninsula have been intertwined for more than 7,000 years. Indigenous peoples made copper into tools and trade items. Investors and immigrants arrived...
29 mi from route
~73 min detour
Free
near mile 457.4
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $48 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
137.2
1
$48.03
$21.96
Efficient EV
114.4
1
$40.02
$18.30
EV Truck/SUV
183
2
$64.04
$29.27
Gas CO2
160 kg
EV CO2
54 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Flint, MI
Late night
in Flint on Saturday
Local time
2:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Mostly Cloudy then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SSE 15 mph87% chanceLive forecast
Destination
L'Anse, MI
Late night
in L'Anse on Saturday
Local time
2:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
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
8h 43m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
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 L'Anse, MI covers 457.4 miles and takes about 8h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, M-28, US-2 West. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Yes. This route is usually more comfortable as a 2-day drive. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 229 miles on day one.
The midpoint is about 228.7 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 $71.51 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 457.4 miles you will encounter 22 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; at 0.1 miles (Saginaw Street): Navigation decision point; at 229.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Flint, MI to L'Anse, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Escanaba along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
