Origin
Flint, MI
Late night in Flint on Friday
Local time
2:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Flint, MI to Dearborn Heights, MI
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
64.3 mi
103 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dearborn Heights, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Flint, MI to Dearborn Heights, MI covers 64.3 miles and takes about 1h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Fifth Street, UAW Freeway, I 75 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.05 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 64.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 22m drive with frequent turns across 64.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
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 Fifth 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 Dearborn Heights, MI is easy. At 1h 22m 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 Dearborn Heights, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Fifth Street | — | — |
| UAW Freeway | — | — |
| I 75 | — | — |
| West Square Lake Road | — | — |
| South Telegraph Road | — | — |
| Telegraph Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Fifth Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flint, MI and Dearborn Heights, MI.
1
Start on the route
92 ft
·
10 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right
335 ft
·
30 sec
3
At the end of the road, turn left onto East Fifth Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
East Fifth Street
4
Take the ramp right
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
5
Merge slight left onto UAW Freeway
6.7 mi
·
7 min
·
UAW Freeway
6
Merge slight right
35 mi
·
37 min
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 75 Business
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
·
I 75 Business
8
Continue straight
1.5 mi
·
2 min
9
Continue on West Square Lake Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Square Lake Road
10
Merge slight left onto South Telegraph Road
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
South Telegraph Road
11
Take the exit left
138 ft
·
13 sec
12
Turn sharp left onto South Telegraph Road
15 mi
·
24 min
·
South Telegraph Road
13
Keep slight left to continue on Telegraph Road
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Telegraph Road
14
Turn slight left
16 ft
·
1 sec
15
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 32.1 mi from Flint, MI · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.1 miles from Flint, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Dearborn Heights, MI
The final approach into Dearborn Heights, 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
$10.05 one way
$20.11 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.04 | $22.07 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.37 | $24.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.20 | $28.39 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.3 | 0 | $6.75 | $3.09 |
| Efficient EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.63 | $2.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.7 | 0 | $9.00 | $4.12 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (64% 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
Dearborn Heights, MI
Late night in Dearborn Heights on Friday
Local time
2:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
3 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 22m 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 Dearborn Heights, MI covers 64.3 miles and takes about 1h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Fifth Street, UAW Freeway, I 75. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 32.1 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 $10.05 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 Dearborn Heights, MI is easy. At 1h 22m 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 Dearborn Heights, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Flint, MI to Dearborn Heights, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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