Origin
Flint, MI
Morning in Flint on Monday
Local time
7:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Flint, MI to Long Lake, MI
Drive Time
2h 16m
Distance
116.3 mi
187 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 7m
★
6 AM
2h 17m
8 AM
2h 36m
10 AM
2h 23m
12 PM
2h 21m
3 PM
2h 24m
5 PM
2h 35m
8 PM
2h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Long Lake, MI
Jacob Postuma
Trip Overview
The drive from Flint, MI to Long Lake, MI covers 116.3 miles and takes about 2h 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, UAW Freeway, State Highway 65 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 64.6 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.66 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
58.1 miles from Flint, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 2h 16m highway drive covering 116.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and UAW Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 64.6 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 64.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and UAW Freeway. 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.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 116.3 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 0.2 miles (East Third Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
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
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Saginaw Street
Turn right onto Saginaw Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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East Third Street
Turn right onto East Third Street
Navigation decision point
5
75.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
Take the exit toward M 61: Standish, Gladwin
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward M 61: Standish, Gladwin
5
87.7 mi into trip
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~1h 39m in
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M 65 / North Hale Road
Turn left onto M 65 / North Hale Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between Flint, MI and Long Lake, MI, road signs point toward M 61: Standish and Gladwin.
M 61: Standish
75.2 mi in
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~1h 20m
Gladwin
75.2 mi in
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~1h 20m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 64.6 mi | 1h 7m |
| UAW Freeway | 9.7 mi | 10m |
| State Highway 65 | 9.5 mi | 11m |
| West Huron Road | 6.3 mi | 8m |
| M 65 | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| North Hale Road | 4 mi | 4m |
| Hale Road | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Long Lake Road | 2.2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 64.6 mi, about 1h 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flint, MI and Long Lake, 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
27 mi
·
26 min
·
I 75; US 23
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward M 61: Standish, Gladwin
11
Turn right onto M 61
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
M-61
12
Continue on M 61
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Cedar Street
13
Turn left onto US 23
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
14
Continue on US 23
6.3 mi
·
8 min
·
West Huron Road
15
Continue on US 23
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Center Road
16
Continue on US 23
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Huron Road
17
Turn left onto M 65
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
North Hale Road
Use the left lane.
18
Continue on M 65
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
State Street
19
Continue on M 65
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Hale Road
20
Continue on M 65
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 65
21
Continue on M 65
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Bullock Street
22
Continue on M 65
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 65
23
Continue on M 65
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
M 65
24
Continue on M 65
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
State Highway 65
25
Turn left onto West Main Street
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
West Main Street
26
Continue on West Esmond Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Esmond Road
27
Turn right onto Putnam Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Putnam Road
28
Keep slight left at fork onto West Webb
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Webb
29
Continue on Long Lake Road
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Long Lake Road
30
Continue on Wilson Creek
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Wilson Creek
31
Continue on North Wilson Creek Road
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
North Wilson Creek Road
32
Continue on Long Lake Road
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Long Lake Road
33
Arrive at destination
Long Lake Road
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 58.1 miles from Flint, MI, or about 1h 3m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.6 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 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 58.1 miles or 1h 3m 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 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Long Lake, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
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 116.3 miles and 2h 16m.
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 I 75 for about 64.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 58.1 mi from Flint, MI · 1h 3m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
58 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 58.1 miles from Flint, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 64.6 miles.
Arriving in Long Lake, MI
The final approach into Long Lake, 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 Long Lake, 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
$17.66 one way
$35.33 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
41 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $19.47 | $38.95 |
| premium | $4.80 | $21.96 | $43.91 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $25.84 | $51.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.9 | 0 | $12.21 | $5.58 |
| Efficient EV | 29.1 | 0 | $10.18 | $4.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 46.5 | 0 | $16.28 | $7.44 |
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (66% 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
Long Lake, MI
Morning in Long Lake on Monday
Local time
7:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°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
20 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
2h 16m 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 Long Lake, MI covers 116.3 miles and takes about 2h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, UAW Freeway, State Highway 65. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 58.1 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 $17.66 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 116.3 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.
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 0.2 miles (East Third Street): Navigation decision point.
Between Flint, MI and Long Lake, MI, road signs point toward M 61: Standish and Gladwin.
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