Origin
Milford, MI
Evening in Milford on Friday
Local time
5:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Milford, MI to Flint, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
51m
Distance
39.3 mi
63 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Milford, MI
A K
Trip Overview
The drive from Milford, MI to Flint, MI covers 39.3 miles and takes about 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 23, West Highland Road, West Commerce Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 24.2 miles on US 23. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.14 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 39.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 51m highway drive covering 39.3 miles, with most of the trip on US 23 and West Highland Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 24.2 miles on US 23.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 23 is the longest continuous segment at about 24.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 23 and West Highland Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 18 decision points packed into just 39.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 51m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 6.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.1 miles (M 59 / West Highland Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 35.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
6.1 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
6.1 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
M 59 / West Highland Road
Turn left onto M 59 / West Highland Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
35.2 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Take the exit toward I 69: Lansing, Port Huron
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 I 69: Lansing, Port Huron
7
35.4 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 69: Lansing, Flint, Port Huron
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 69: Lansing, Flint, Port Huron
7
38.3 mi into trip
|
~48m 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 Milford, MI to Flint, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Port Huron along the way.
Port Huron
35.2 mi in
|
~44m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 23 | 24.2 mi | 25m |
| West Highland Road | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| West Commerce Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Chevrolet-Buick Freeway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| South Hickory Ridge Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| East Commerce Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| North Hickory Ridge Trail | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| West Fifth Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 23
— 24.2 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Milford, MI and Flint, MI.
1
Start on Union Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Union Street
2
Turn right onto East Commerce Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
East Commerce Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on West Commerce Road
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
West Commerce Road
4
Turn right onto North Hickory Ridge Trail
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
North Hickory Ridge Trail
5
Continue on South Hickory Ridge Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
South Hickory Ridge Road
6
Turn right onto M 59
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
West Highland Road
Use the right lane.
7
Take the exit
132 ft
·
12 sec
Use the left lane.
8
Turn left onto M 59
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
West Highland Road
Use the right lane.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward US 23 North: Flint
Use the right lane.
10
Merge onto US 23
24 mi
·
25 min
·
US 23
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 69: Lansing, Port Huron
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 69: Lansing, Flint, Port Huron
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 69 East: Flint, Port Huron
14
Merge onto I 69
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Toward Saginaw Street, Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn left onto South Grand Traverse Street
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
South Grand Traverse Street
17
Turn right onto M 21
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
West Fifth Street
18
Turn left onto Harrison Street
382 ft
·
20 sec
·
Harrison Street
19
Turn left onto M 21
235 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Court Street
20
Turn left
68 ft
·
6 sec
21
Turn right
93 ft
·
6 sec
22
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.6 mi from Milford, MI · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.6 miles from Milford, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Flint, MI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Flint, MI if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.14 one way
$12.29 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.75 | $13.49 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.56 | $15.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.68 | $17.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.13 | $1.89 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.44 | $1.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.50 | $2.52 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Flint, MI
Evening in Flint on Friday
Local time
5:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
20 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
51m 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 Milford, MI to Flint, MI covers 39.3 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 23, West Highland Road, West Commerce Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.6 miles from Milford, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.14 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 is a short but busy drive. With 18 decision points packed into just 39.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 51m.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.1 miles (M 59 / West Highland Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 35.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Milford, MI to Flint, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Port Huron along the way.
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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