Origin
Flint, MI
Evening in Flint on Thursday
Local time
6:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Flint, MI to Westphalia, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
71.4 mi
115 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 24m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Westphalia, MI
Wolfgang Weiser
Trip Overview
The drive from Flint, MI to Westphalia, MI covers 71.4 miles and takes about 1h 19m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Chevrolet-Buick Freeway, South Grange Road, I 69 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 46 miles on Chevrolet-Buick Freeway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.16 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 71.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 19m highway drive covering 71.4 miles, with most of the trip on Chevrolet-Buick Freeway and South Grange Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 46 miles on Chevrolet-Buick Freeway.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Chevrolet-Buick Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 46 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Chevrolet-Buick Freeway and South Grange Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near M 21 / East Court Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 71.4 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. Lane positioning matters here; at 46.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 55.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
9
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. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
46.9 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward US 127: Clare, Lansing
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 127: Clare, Lansing
5
55.7 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Take the exit toward I 96 WEST: Grand Rapids
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 81
Toward I 96 WEST: Grand Rapids
6
55.9 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 96 WEST: Grand Rapids
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 81
Toward I 96 WEST: Grand Rapids
6
62.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Take the exit toward Eagle, Westphalia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 84
Toward Eagle, Westphalia
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Flint, MI and Westphalia, MI, road signs point toward Lansing and Eagle.
Lansing
46.9 mi in
|
~49m
Eagle
62.8 mi in
|
~1h 6m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet-Buick Freeway | 46 mi | 47m |
| South Grange Road | 7.8 mi | 10m |
| I 69 | 7.2 mi | 7m |
| I 96 | 5.6 mi | 5m |
| South Westphalia Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South Grand Traverse Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Court Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Clark Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
— 46 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flint, MI and Westphalia, MI.
1
Start on this road
93 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
Turn uturn onto M 21
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
East Court Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
Turn left onto South Grand Traverse Street
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
South Grand Traverse Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
5
Merge onto I 69
46 mi
·
47 min
·
Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
25 sec
Toward US 127: Clare, Lansing
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
9
Merge onto I 69
7.2 mi
·
7 min
·
I 69
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 81
Toward I 96 WEST: Grand Rapids
11
Keep slight left at fork
1.3 mi
·
1 min
Exit 81
Toward I 96 WEST: Grand Rapids
12
Merge onto I 96
5.6 mi
·
5 min
·
I 96
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 84
Toward Eagle, Westphalia
14
Turn left onto West Clark Road
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
West Clark Road
15
Turn right onto South Grange Road
7.8 mi
·
10 min
·
South Grange Road
16
Continue on South Westphalia Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Westphalia Street
17
Arrive at destination
North Westphalia Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.7 mi from Flint, MI · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.7 miles from Flint, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Westphalia, MI
The final approach into Westphalia, 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
$11.16 one way
$22.33 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.26 | $24.51 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.74 | $27.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.76 | $31.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 25 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.50 | $3.43 |
| Efficient EV | 17.9 | 0 | $6.25 | $2.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.6 | 0 | $10.00 | $4.57 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Westphalia, MI
Evening in Westphalia on Thursday
Local time
6:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
15 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 19m 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 Westphalia, MI covers 71.4 miles and takes about 1h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Chevrolet-Buick Freeway, South Grange Road, I 69. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.7 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 $11.16 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 71.4 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. Lane positioning matters here; at 46.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 55.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Between Flint, MI and Westphalia, MI, road signs point toward Lansing and Eagle.
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