This 153.1-mile journey from Flint, MI, to Sharon, MI, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 83% of the drive on major roads like I-75 and the UAW Freeway. You can expect a fuel cost of around $24 for this trip. Given its manageable length and highway nature, it's well-suited as a straightforward day trip without the need for an overnight stay. The drive stays within the Midwest region, offering a consistent travel experience.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
76.5 miles from Flint, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 21m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 55m. Total distance: 153.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 83% of your drive utilizing major expressways. You'll encounter a long, uninterrupted stretch of 118 miles on I-75, which forms the backbone of this trip. This means consistent speeds and minimal interruptions for much of the journey. The inclusion of Fletcher Road Southeast and the UAW Freeway means you'll experience a blend of major freeway driving with some arterial road sections as you approach your destination. The overall feel is efficient and direct.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 118 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Fletcher Road Southeast. You will hit about 14 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 153.1 miles you will encounter 14 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 14 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
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Saginaw Street
Turn right onto Saginaw Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|East Third Street
Turn right onto East Third Street
Navigation decision point
5
128.5 mi into trip|~2h 13m in
Take the exit toward North Higgins Lake State Park
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 244
Toward North Higgins Lake State Park
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134.9 mi into trip|~2h 23m in|South Military Road
At end of road, turn right onto South Military Road
Navigation decision point
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 Sharon, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Higgins Lake State Park along the way.
Higgins Lake State Park
128.5 mi in|~2h 13m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
118 mi
2h
Fletcher Road Southeast
12 mi
21m
UAW Freeway
9.7 mi
10m
North Higgins Lake Drive
4.4 mi
6m
West Fletcher Road
4 mi
6m
South Military Road
1.9 mi
3m
West Federal Highway
1.7 mi
2m
East Third Street
0.4 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 118 mi, about 2h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flint, MI and Sharon, MI.
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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
17 mi·17 min·I 75
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·46 sec
Exit 244Toward North Higgins Lake State Park
12
Turn left onto I 75 BL
1.7 mi·2 min·West Federal Highway
13
Continue on North Higgins Lake Drive
4.4 mi·6 min·North Higgins Lake Drive
14
At end of road, turn right onto South Military Road
1.7 mi·3 min·South Military Road
15
Turn left onto West Fletcher Road
4.0 mi·6 min·West Fletcher Road
16
Continue on Fletcher Road Southeast
12 mi·21 min·Fletcher Road Southeast
17
Continue on West Sharon Road
0.3 mi·36 sec·West Sharon Road
18
Turn right onto South Military Road
0.2 mi·26 sec·South Military Road
19
Arrive at destination
South Military Road
Trip Plan
With a total duration of under three hours, this route offers flexibility for when you depart. Leaving in the morning will allow you to reach Sharon with plenty of daylight remaining. Plan for just one main stop, perhaps midway, to stretch your legs and refuel if necessary. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 118 miles on I-75, so be sure to take advantage of any early exits for a break before that segment. Keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is always wise, especially on longer highway stretches like the one on I-75.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 76.5 miles from Flint, MI, or about 1h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 118 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 34 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 76.5 miles or 1h 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sharon, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Flint, MI
This is one driving day of about 153.1 miles and 2h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Flint, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 118 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 76.5 mi from Flint, MI
· 1h 21m into the drive
The midpoint is around 76.5 miles from Flint, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 118 miles.
Arriving in Sharon, MI
The final approach into Sharon, 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 Sharon, MI.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$23.94 one way
$47.87 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg54 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$26.28
$52.56
premium
$4.89
$29.46
$58.93
diesel
$5.61
$33.80
$67.61
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 53.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
45.9
0
$16.08
$7.35
Efficient EV
38.3
0
$13.40
$6.12
EV Truck/SUV
61.2
0
$21.43
$9.80
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (67% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 14, 2026
Origin
Flint, MI
Evening
in Flint on Thursday
Local time
6:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 5 to 8 mph94% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 14 at 7:30PM EDT until April 15 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 14 at 7:30PM EDT until April 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
Destination
Sharon, MI
Evening
in Sharon on Thursday
Local time
6:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 55m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Flint, MI to Sharon, MI covers 153.1 miles and takes about 2h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Fletcher Road Southeast, UAW Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 76.5 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 $23.94 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 153.1 miles you will encounter 14 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.
On the drive from Flint, MI to Sharon, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Higgins Lake State Park along the way.
