Origin
Lakeview, MI
Evening in Lakeview on Friday
Local time
8:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lakeview, MI to Flint, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 18m
Distance
105.9 mi
170 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 9m
★
6 AM
2h 19m
8 AM
2h 38m
10 AM
2h 25m
12 PM
2h 24m
3 PM
2h 26m
5 PM
2h 37m
8 PM
2h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lakeview, MI
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Trip Overview
This 105.9-mile drive from Lakeview, MI to Flint, MI takes approximately 2 hours and 18 minutes and is easily manageable as a single-day trip. You'll navigate a mix of highways and local roads, with about 31% on highways like I-75. With an estimated fuel cost of just $17, this route offers an economical way to travel across Michigan's Midwest region. The drive is primarily a mixed-use road experience, making it a straightforward journey without the need for an overnight stay. It's a practical option for getting from point A to point B efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
53 miles from Lakeview, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 18m. Total distance: 105.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (31%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive experience on this route, with 31% of the journey utilizing highways, including a notable stretch of 23.2 miles on I-75. While some portions will feel like a typical interstate cruise, the inclusion of Gratiot Road and Howard City Edmore Road means you'll also encounter more local road driving. This variation in road type provides a dynamic feel to the trip, shifting from faster highway speeds to more community-oriented routes. It's not an all-highway grind, nor is it exclusively backroads, offering a balanced driving rhythm.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 40 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 23.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 69.7 miles in near M 46 / East Holland Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 105.9 miles you will encounter 12 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: at 69.7 miles (M 46 / East Holland Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 71.7 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 95.2 miles (I 475 / UAW Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
69.7 mi into trip
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~1h 37m in
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M 46 / East Holland Avenue
Turn right onto M 46 / East Holland Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
71.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 40m in
Enter roundabout toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Flint
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Flint
6
95.2 mi into trip
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~2h 6m in
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I 475 / UAW Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 475 / UAW Freeway toward I 475: Downtown Flint
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 125
Toward I 475: Downtown Flint
5
105.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 16m in
Take the exit toward M 21
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 7
Toward M 21
6
105.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 18m in
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M 21 / East Court Street
Turn right onto M 21 / East Court Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 23.2 mi | 24m |
| Gratiot Road | 16.7 mi | 19m |
| Howard City Edmore Road | 11 mi | 15m |
| West Monroe Road | 11 mi | 15m |
| East Monroe Road | 10.4 mi | 14m |
| UAW Freeway | 10 mi | 10m |
| Howard City Edmore Road Northeast | 9.1 mi | 12m |
| West Saginaw Street | 2.3 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 23.2 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lakeview, MI and Flint, MI.
1
Start on Faith Drive
100 ft
·
9 sec
·
Faith Drive
2
Turn right onto East North Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East North Street
3
Turn left onto North Lincoln Avenue
376 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Lincoln Avenue
4
Continue on North Lincoln Street
366 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Lincoln Street
5
Continue on South Lincoln Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Lincoln Avenue
6
Continue on Greenville Road
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Greenville Road
7
Turn left onto M 46
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Howard City Edmore Road
8
Continue on M 46
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Howard City-Edmore Road
9
Continue on M 46
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
10
Continue on M 46
9.1 mi
·
12 min
·
Howard City Edmore Road Northeast
11
Continue on M 46
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
·
Northwest Monroe Road
12
Continue on M 46
11 mi
·
15 min
·
West Monroe Road
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on US 127 BUS; M 46
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Washington Avenue
14
Continue on M 46
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Washington Street
15
Continue on M 46
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
East Monroe Road
16
Continue on M 46
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Saginaw Street
17
Continue on M 46
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
East Monroe Road
18
Continue on M 46
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Gratiot Road
19
Continue on M 46
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
West Saginaw Street
20
Continue on M 46
0.4 mi
·
48 sec
·
East Saginaw Street
21
Continue on M 46
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Gratiot Road
22
Continue on M 46
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
·
North Saginaw Street
23
Continue on M 46
0.6 mi
·
38 sec
·
West Saginaw Street
24
Continue on M 46
11 mi
·
13 min
·
Gratiot Road
25
Continue on M 46
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Gratiot Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
26
Turn right onto M 46
0.4 mi
·
31 sec
·
Stephens Street
27
Continue on M 46
464 ft
·
6 sec
·
Rust Street
28
Continue on M 46
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Rust Avenue Bridge
29
Continue on M 46
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
South Warren Avenue
30
Turn right onto M 46
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Holland Avenue
Use the right lane.
31
Enter roundabout
238 ft
·
13 sec
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Flint
32
Continue
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Flint
33
Merge onto I 75; US 23
23 mi
·
24 min
·
I 75; US 23
34
Keep slight right at fork onto I 475
10.0 mi
·
10 min
·
UAW Freeway
Exit 125
Toward I 475: Downtown Flint
35
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 7
Toward M 21
36
Continue on Chavez Drive
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Chavez Drive
37
Turn right onto M 21
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
East Court Street
Use the right lane.
38
Turn left
68 ft
·
6 sec
39
Turn right
93 ft
·
6 sec
40
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour and 18-minute drive covering 105.9 miles, planning your departure can help you avoid any potential congestion, especially as you approach Flint. Given the relatively short duration and manageable fuel cost of $17, you have the flexibility to leave when convenient. There are no specific stops recommended in the data, so you can decide on rest breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before embarking on the longest uninterrupted stretch of 23.2 miles on I-75, to ensure a smooth trip without unnecessary detours for gas.
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 53 miles from Lakeview, MI, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.2 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 23 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53 miles or 1h 18m 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 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Flint, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Lakeview, 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 Lakeview, MI
This is one driving day of about 105.9 miles and 2h 18m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Lakeview, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 23.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 53 mi from Lakeview, MI · 1h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
53 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 53 miles from Lakeview, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Flint, MI
The final approach into Flint, 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 Flint, MI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.56 one way
$33.11 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $18.18 | $36.36 |
| premium | $4.89 | $20.38 | $40.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $23.38 | $46.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 37.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.8 | 0 | $11.12 | $5.08 |
| Efficient EV | 26.5 | 0 | $9.27 | $4.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 42.4 | 0 | $14.83 | $6.78 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Flint, MI
Evening in Flint on Friday
Local time
8:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
2 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
2h 18m 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 Lakeview, MI to Flint, MI covers 105.9 miles and takes about 2h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Gratiot Road, Howard City Edmore Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 53 miles from Lakeview, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.56 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 105.9 miles you will encounter 12 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: at 69.7 miles (M 46 / East Holland Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 71.7 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 95.2 miles (I 475 / UAW Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Lakeview, MI to Flint, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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