Origin
Flint, MI
Night in Flint on Wednesday
Local time
9:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Flint, MI to Macomb, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 2m
Distance
58.4 mi
94 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 13m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
0h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
This 58.4-mile journey from Flint to Macomb, Michigan, is a straightforward drive designed to be completed in about 1 hour and 2 minutes. Given its short distance and duration, it's perfectly suited as a single-day trip. You can expect a fuel cost of approximately $9 for this drive. The route primarily utilizes local roads, suggesting a more community-level experience rather than a high-speed transit. Both your origin and destination are within the Midwest region, so you'll be staying within familiar territory for this leg of your travels.
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
29.2 miles from Flint, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 31m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 58.4-mile route, as it features a 0% highway share. You'll be navigating through familiar streets like East Court Street and Saginaw Street, transitioning onto the Chevrolet-Buick Freeway. Since there's no significant highway portion, the longest uninterrupted stretch will likely be determined by traffic lights and intersections rather than open road. This is a drive that keeps you engaged with frequent changes in direction, typical of navigating through populated areas.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Court Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Flint, MI to Macomb, MI is easy. At 1h 2m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Flint, MI to Macomb, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Court Street | — | — |
| Saginaw Street | — | — |
| Chevrolet-Buick Freeway | — | — |
| M 53 | — | — |
| Van Dyke Road | — | — |
| North Main Street | — | — |
| M 53 North | — | — |
| 32 Mile Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Court Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flint, MI and Macomb, MI.
1
Start on the route
92 ft
·
11 sec
·
the route
2
Turn uturn onto East Court Street
253 ft
·
21 sec
·
East Court Street
3
Turn left onto Saginaw Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Saginaw Street
4
Take the ramp left
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
5
Merge slight left onto Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
31 mi
·
32 min
·
Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
6
Take the exit slight right toward M 53: Imlay City, Almont
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
M 53: Imlay City, Almont
7
Turn right onto Van Dyke Road
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Van Dyke Road
8
Turn right onto North Main Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
9
Continue on Van Dyke Road
8.5 mi
·
11 min
·
Van Dyke Road
10
Take the exit slight left toward M 53 North
161 ft
·
7 sec
·
M 53 North
11
Merge slight right
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
12
Turn right onto 32 Mile Road
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
32 Mile Road
13
Turn right onto Romeo Plank Road
7.2 mi
·
10 min
·
Romeo Plank Road
14
Enter the roundabout toward the route
351 ft
·
10 sec
·
the route
15
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
For this short, one-day trip of just over an hour, flexibility is your best friend. Leaving anytime mid-morning should allow you to avoid the worst of commuter traffic. With only 58.4 miles to cover, you won't need to worry about extensive fuel stops, and the estimated $9 fuel cost is quite manageable. Given the 'turn-heavy' nature of the route, keep your GPS handy and be prepared for frequent adjustments. A good tip for this drive is to check local traffic conditions before you leave Flint, as congestion on Saginaw Street or the Chevrolet-Buick Freeway can significantly impact your travel time.
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 29.2 miles from Flint, MI, or about 31m into the drive.
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 13 miles or 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.2 miles or 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Macomb, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Flint, MI
This is one driving day of about 58.4 miles and 1h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from Flint, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.2 mi from Flint, MI · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.2 miles from Flint, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Macomb, MI
The final approach into Macomb, 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
$9.13 one way
$18.26 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.02 | $20.05 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.24 | $22.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.89 | $25.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.13 | $2.80 |
| Efficient EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.11 | $2.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.4 | 0 | $8.18 | $3.74 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Macomb, MI
Night in Macomb on Wednesday
Local time
9:08 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
42°F
Attica, MI
29 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
1 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 2m 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 Macomb, MI covers 58.4 miles and takes about 1h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Court Street, Saginaw Street, Chevrolet-Buick Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.2 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 $9.13 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.
The drive from Flint, MI to Macomb, MI is easy. At 1h 2m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Flint, MI to Macomb, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Flint, MI to Macomb, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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