Origin
Pontiac, MI
Afternoon in Pontiac on Thursday
Local time
4:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pontiac, MI to Flint, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
48m
Distance
36.4 mi
59 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 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pontiac, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Pontiac, MI to Flint, MI covers 36.4 miles and takes about 48m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, Dixie Highway, UAW Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 17.9 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.69 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 36.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m 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 48m highway drive covering 36.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and Dixie Highway. The longest continuous stretch is about 17.9 miles on I 75.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 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 17.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Dixie Highway. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near M 59 / East Huron Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 36.4 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (M 59 / East Huron Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Saginaw Street): Navigation decision point; at 29.1 miles (I 475 / UAW Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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M 59 / East Huron Street
Turn left onto M 59 / East Huron Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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North Saginaw Street
Turn right onto North Saginaw Street
Navigation decision point
8
29.1 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
I 475 / UAW Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 475 / UAW Freeway toward I 475: Downtown Flint
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 111
Toward I 475: Downtown Flint
4
35.6 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit toward M 21: Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward M 21: Downtown
6
36 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
M 21 / East Court Street
Turn left onto M 21 / East Court Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 17.9 mi | 19m |
| Dixie Highway | 8.5 mi | 14m |
| UAW Freeway | 6.5 mi | 6m |
| Cesar E. Chavez Avenue | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| East Court Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Oakland Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Saginaw Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Chavez Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 17.9 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pontiac, MI and Flint, MI.
1
Start on North Perry Street
74 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Perry Street
2
Turn left onto M 59
378 ft
·
13 sec
·
East Huron Street
3
Turn right onto North Saginaw Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
North Saginaw Street
4
Turn slight left onto Oakland Avenue
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Oakland Avenue
5
Continue on US 24 BUS
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Cesar E. Chavez Avenue
6
Continue on US 24 BUS
8.5 mi
·
14 min
·
Dixie Highway
Use the right lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
8
Merge onto I 75
18 mi
·
19 min
·
I 75
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 475
6.5 mi
·
6 min
·
UAW Freeway
Exit 111
Toward I 475: Downtown Flint
Use the slight right lane.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward M 21: Downtown
11
Continue on M 21
386 ft
·
17 sec
·
Chavez Drive
12
Turn left onto M 21
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
East Court Street
Use the left lane.
13
Turn left
68 ft
·
6 sec
14
Turn right
93 ft
·
6 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.2 mi from Pontiac, MI · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.2 miles from Pontiac, 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
$5.69 one way
$11.38 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.25 | $12.50 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.00 | $14.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.04 | $16.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.82 | $1.75 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.18 | $1.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.10 | $2.33 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Afternoon in Flint on Thursday
Local time
4:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
W 10 mph
84% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 11:27AM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 11:27AM EDT until April 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
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
24 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
48m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Pontiac, MI to Flint, MI covers 36.4 miles and takes about 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, Dixie Highway, UAW Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.2 miles from Pontiac, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.69 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 36.4 miles you will encounter 8 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: near the start (M 59 / East Huron Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (North Saginaw Street): Navigation decision point; at 29.1 miles (I 475 / UAW Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Pontiac, MI to Flint, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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