Origin
Flint, MI
Morning in Flint on Friday
Local time
7:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Flint, MI to Brooklyn, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 54m
Distance
91.5 mi
147 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 46m
★
6 AM
1h 55m
8 AM
2h 11m
10 AM
2h 0m
12 PM
1h 59m
3 PM
2h 1m
5 PM
2h 10m
8 PM
1h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brooklyn, MI
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick getaway within Michigan, the 91.5-mile journey from Flint to Brooklyn is an ideal day trip. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 54 minutes behind the wheel, making it a manageable drive that doesn't require an overnight stay. Expect to budget roughly $14 for fuel to cover the distance. The route primarily utilizes US 23 and I-94 to navigate through the Midwest landscape. It is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that gets you from point A to point B efficiently, allowing you to maximize your time once you arrive at your destination.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.8 miles from Flint, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 54m. Total distance: 91.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This drive is defined by its reliance on major thoroughfares, with approximately 72% of the trip spent on highways. You will settle into a consistent rhythm, particularly during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 45.4 miles on US 23. While the route is heavy on interstate travel, you will transition through different road types as you exit the highway system to reach Brooklyn via US 23 BUS. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that favors speed and reliability over winding, technical backroads. Prepare for a steady, highway-focused experience that remains predictable from start to finish.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Flint, MI to Brooklyn, MI is easy. At 1h 54m 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 Brooklyn, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Court Street | — | — |
| South Grand Traverse Street | — | — |
| Chevrolet-Buick Freeway | — | — |
| I 75 | — | — |
| I 75 South | — | — |
| US 23 | — | — |
| M 14 West | — | — |
| I 94 West | — | — |
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 Brooklyn, MI.
1
Start on the route
92 ft
·
11 sec
·
the route
2
Turn uturn onto East Court Street
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
East Court Street
3
Turn left onto South Grand Traverse Street
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
South Grand Traverse Street
4
Take the ramp right
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
5
Merge slight left onto Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
6
Take the exit slight right toward I 75, US 23: Detroit, Saginaw
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
I 75, US 23: Detroit, Saginaw
7
Keep slight left to continue on I 75 South, US 23 South: Detroit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 75 South, US 23 South: Detroit
8
Merge slight left
2.1 mi
·
2 min
9
Keep slight right to continue on US 23: Ann Arbor
45 mi
·
48 min
·
US 23: Ann Arbor
10
Take the exit slight right toward M 14 West: Ann Arbor
5.2 mi
·
5 min
·
M 14 West: Ann Arbor
11
Merge slight left onto I 94 West: Chicago
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 94 West: Chicago
12
Take the exit slight right toward M 52: Chelsea, Manchester
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
M 52: Chelsea, Manchester
13
Turn right onto Chelsea Manchester Road
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Chelsea Manchester Road
14
Continue on Manchester Road
0.4 mi
·
35 sec
·
Manchester Road
15
Continue on M-52
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
M-52
16
Turn right onto Pleasant Lake Road
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Pleasant Lake Road
17
Continue on Sharon Hollow Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Sharon Hollow Road
18
At the end of the road, turn left onto Sharon Valley Road
322 ft
·
7 sec
·
Sharon Valley Road
19
Turn right onto Sharon Hollow Road
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Sharon Hollow Road
20
Turn slight right onto Herman Road
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Herman Road
21
Keep slight right to continue on Horning Road
3.7 mi
·
9 min
·
Horning Road
22
Continue on Case Road
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Case Road
23
Continue on Mill Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Mill Street
24
At the end of the road, turn left onto North Main Street
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
North Main Street
25
Turn sharp right onto Chicago Street
102 ft
·
3 sec
·
Chicago Street
26
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a sub-two-hour trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 91.5-mile trek without needing to schedule formal stops for rest or refueling, provided you start with a full tank. Keep an eye on traffic patterns when transitioning between US 23 and I-94, as these major junctions can occasionally see congestion. Because the fuel cost is a modest $14, you won't need to stress about budgeting for multiple fill-ups along the way. Use the shorter duration to your advantage by leaving early in the day to beat peak traffic and make the most of your time in Brooklyn.
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 45.8 miles from Flint, MI, or about 57m 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 20 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.8 miles or 57m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Brooklyn, 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 91.5 miles and 1h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 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 45.8 mi from Flint, MI · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
46 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.8 miles from Flint, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Brooklyn, MI
The final approach into Brooklyn, 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
$14.30 one way
$28.61 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $15.71 | $31.41 |
| premium | $4.89 | $17.61 | $35.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.20 | $40.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.5 | 0 | $9.61 | $4.39 |
| Efficient EV | 22.9 | 0 | $8.01 | $3.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.6 | 0 | $12.81 | $5.86 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Brooklyn, MI
Morning in Brooklyn on Friday
Local time
7:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
43°F
Brighton, MI
46 mi in
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
22 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 54m 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 Brooklyn, MI covers 91.5 miles and takes about 1h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Court Street, South Grand Traverse Street, Chevrolet-Buick Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 45.8 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 $14.30 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 Brooklyn, MI is easy. At 1h 54m 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 Brooklyn, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Flint, MI to Brooklyn, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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