Origin
Flint, MI
Afternoon in Flint on Thursday
Local time
4:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Flint, MI to Pontiac, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
47m
Distance
38.4 mi
62 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pontiac, MI
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Trip Overview
Planning a short hop from Flint, MI to Pontiac, MI? This 38.4-mile drive will take you approximately 47 minutes, making it an easy day trip. You'll primarily be on I-75 and the UAW Freeway, with about 85% of the route being highway driving. Given the short distance and duration, you won't need an overnight stay. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $6, which is quite budget-friendly. This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive within the Midwest region, connecting two Michigan cities.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 38.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a largely highway-focused experience on this route, with 85% of your travel time spent on faster roads like I-75 and the UAW Freeway. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 25.9 miles on I-75, offering a chance to settle into a rhythm. While it's primarily highway, you will also navigate sections of Baldwin Avenue, which might offer a slightly different driving feel as you approach your destination. The profile suggests a consistent, efficient drive, rather than a winding, scenic tour.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 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 25.9 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 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 38.4 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.1 miles (M 21 / East Fifth Street): Navigation decision point; at 33.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
M 21 / East Fifth Street
At end of road, turn left onto M 21 / East Fifth Street
Navigation decision point
7
33.2 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Take the exit toward Baldwin Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 84
Toward Baldwin Road
6
33.6 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
Baldwin Road
Turn right onto Baldwin Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
38.3 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
M 59 / East Huron Street
Turn left onto M 59 / East Huron Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 25.9 mi | 27m |
| UAW Freeway | 6.7 mi | 7m |
| Baldwin Avenue | 2.8 mi | 6m |
| Baldwin Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| East Fifth Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Cesar E. Chavez Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Oakland Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Saginaw Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 25.9 mi, about 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flint, MI and Pontiac, MI.
1
Start on this road
93 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
335 ft
·
29 sec
3
At end of road, turn left onto M 21
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
East Fifth Street
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
5
Merge onto I 475
6.7 mi
·
7 min
·
UAW Freeway
6
Merge onto I 75
26 mi
·
27 min
·
I 75
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 84
Toward Baldwin Road
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn right onto Baldwin Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Baldwin Road
Use the right lane.
9
Continue on Baldwin Avenue
2.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Baldwin Avenue
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn left onto US 24 BUS
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Cesar E. Chavez Avenue
11
Continue on Oakland Avenue
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Oakland Avenue
12
Turn straight onto North Saginaw Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
North Saginaw Street
13
Turn left onto M 59
378 ft
·
13 sec
·
East Huron Street
14
Turn right onto North Perry Street
74 ft
·
2 sec
·
North Perry Street
15
Arrive at destination
North Perry Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.2 mi from Flint, MI · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.2 miles from Flint, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Pontiac, MI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Pontiac, MI if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.00 one way
$12.01 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.59 | $13.18 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.39 | $14.78 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.48 | $16.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.03 | $1.84 |
| Efficient EV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.36 | $1.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.4 | 0 | $5.38 | $2.46 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Pontiac, MI
Afternoon in Pontiac on Thursday
Local time
4:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
47m 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 Pontiac, MI covers 38.4 miles and takes about 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, UAW Freeway, Baldwin Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.2 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 $6.00 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 38.4 miles you will encounter 10 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: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (M 21 / East Fifth Street): Navigation decision point; at 33.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Flint, MI to Pontiac, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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