Trip from Lawrence, MI to Flint, MI

Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology

Drive Time

2h 50m

Distance

155.7 mi

251 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$24

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min

4 AM

2h 39m ★

6 AM

2h 50m

8 AM

3h 12m

10 AM

2h 58m

12 PM

2h 56m

3 PM

2h 59m

5 PM

3h 11m

8 PM

2h 44m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Lawrence, MI

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Trip Overview

Embarking on this 155.7-mile journey from Lawrence to Flint, Michigan, is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 50 minutes. With 95% of the route on major highways like I-69 and I-94, it’s a practical choice for a single-day trip, especially given the estimated fuel cost of just $24. This drive is ideal if you're looking for an efficient way to get from the Midwest's southwestern corner to its central-eastern part of Michigan. You'll find this route is all about covering ground effectively, making it a good option for those prioritizing arrival time over leisurely exploration.

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

77.9 miles from Lawrence, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 27m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 50m. Total distance: 155.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 95% of the mileage spent on major interstates. Expect a consistent pace, particularly during the longest stretch of 96.4 miles on I-69. While the majority of the trip involves high-speed travel, the initial part may offer a slightly different feel on Red Arrow Highway before merging onto the faster roads. The character of the drive is largely defined by its efficiency and the continuous flow of interstate travel, minimizing complex navigation and maximizing forward momentum.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 69 is the longest continuous segment at about 96.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and I 94. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 56.9 miles in near I 94 BL.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 155.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 56.9 miles (I 94 BL): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 57.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 57.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 17 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

56.9 mi into trip | ~1h 3m in | I 94 BL

Take the exit onto I 94 BL toward I 69: Fort Wayne, Lansing

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 69: Fort Wayne, Lansing

57.4 mi into trip | ~1h 4m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 69 North: Lansing

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 69 North: Lansing

57.8 mi into trip | ~1h 5m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 69 North

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 69 North

98.2 mi into trip | ~1h 49m in | I 69

Keep slight right at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 East: Flint

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 91 Toward I 69 East: Flint

154.8 mi into trip | ~2h 47m in

Take the exit toward Saginaw Street, Downtown

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 Saginaw Street, Downtown

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 Lawrence, MI to Flint, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Lansing along the way.

Lansing

56.9 mi in | ~1h 3m | via I 94 BL

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 69	96.4 mi	1h 40m
I 94	51.2 mi	54m
Red Arrow Highway	4 mi	5m
County Road 671	0.7 mi	<1m
West Saint Joseph Street	0.6 mi	1m
West Fifth Street	0.3 mi	<1m
South Grand Traverse Street	0.3 mi	<1m
I 94 BL	0.2 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: I 69 — 96.4 mi, about 1h 40m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lawrence, MI and Flint, MI.

Start on West Saint Joseph Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · West Saint Joseph Street

Keep slight right at fork onto Red Arrow Highway

4.0 mi · 5 min · Red Arrow Highway

Turn right onto 671

0.7 mi · 57 sec · County Road 671

Turn straight onto M 51

290 ft · 4 sec · 43rd Street

Continue on M 51

385 ft · 5 sec · M-51

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Toward I 94 East: Detroit

Merge onto I 94

51 mi · 54 min · I 94

Take the exit onto I 94 BL

0.2 mi · 21 sec · I 94 BL

Toward I 69: Fort Wayne, Lansing

Keep slight left at fork

0.4 mi · 51 sec

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 49 sec

Toward I 69 North: Lansing

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward I 69 North

Merge onto I 69

40 mi · 42 min · I 69

Keep slight right at fork onto I 69

57 mi · 58 min · I 69

Exit 91 Toward I 69 East: Flint Use the slight right lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 36 sec

Toward Saginaw Street, Downtown Use the slight right lane.

Turn left onto South Grand Traverse Street

0.3 mi · 36 sec · South Grand Traverse Street

Turn right onto M 21

0.3 mi · 48 sec · West Fifth Street

Turn left onto Harrison Street

382 ft · 20 sec · Harrison Street

Turn left onto M 21

235 ft · 9 sec · East Court Street

Turn left

68 ft · 6 sec

Turn right

93 ft · 6 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of under three hours, this trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. Consider departing in the morning to maximize your daylight hours and take advantage of lighter traffic. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $24, planning is minimal. The longest uninterrupted stretch is over 96 miles on I-69, so ensure you're comfortable with sustained highway driving before you set off. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach this longer segment, as services can be more spread out on interstates.

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 77.9 miles from Lawrence, MI, or about 1h 27m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 96.4 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 77.9 miles or 1h 27m 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 19m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Flint, MI than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Lawrence, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Lawrence, MI

This is one driving day of about 155.7 miles and 2h 50m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Lawrence, 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 69 for about 96.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 77.9 mi from Lawrence, MI · 1h 27m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Grand Ledge, MI

78 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

Oak Park, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Eaton Rapids, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 77.9 miles from Lawrence, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 96.4 miles.

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

$24.34 one way

$48.68 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 55 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$26.73	$53.45
premium	$4.89	$29.96	$59.93
diesel	$5.61	$34.38	$68.75

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: 54.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	46.7	$16.35	$7.47
Efficient EV	38.9	$13.62	$6.23
EV Truck/SUV	62.3	$21.80	$9.96

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 16, 2026

Origin

Lawrence, MI

Late night in Lawrence on Friday

Local time

1:29 AM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Flint, MI

Late night in Flint on Friday

Local time

1:29 AM

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

18 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 50m 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 Lawrence, MI to Flint, MI covers 155.7 miles and takes about 2h 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 69, I 94, Red Arrow Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 77.9 miles from Lawrence, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.34 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.

On the drive from Lawrence, MI to Flint, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Lansing along the way.

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Trip from Lawrence, MI to Flint, MI

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Flint, MI

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

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Same local time

18 degrees cooler at arrival

2h 50m on the road

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