Origin
Rochester, MI
Morning in Rochester on Thursday
Local time
11:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rochester, MI to Flint, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
47m
Distance
49.7 mi
80 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 43m
★
6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 50m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rochester, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Rochester, MI to Flint, MI covers 49.7 miles and takes about 47m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West University Drive, Walton Boulevard, North Squirrel Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.77 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 49.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m 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 47m drive with frequent turns across 49.7 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.
West University Drive 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 Rochester, MI to Flint, MI is easy. At 47m 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 Rochester, MI to Flint, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West University Drive | — | — |
| Walton Boulevard | — | — |
| North Squirrel Road | — | — |
| Five Points Drive | — | — |
| University Drive | — | — |
| I 75 North | — | — |
| UAW Freeway | — | — |
| M 21 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West University Drive
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rochester, MI and Flint, MI.
1
Start on South Main Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
South Main Street
2
Turn left onto West University Drive
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
West University Drive
3
Continue on Walton Boulevard
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Walton Boulevard
4
Turn left onto North Squirrel Road
476 ft
·
18 sec
·
North Squirrel Road
5
Turn right onto Five Points Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Five Points Drive
6
At the end of the road, turn right onto University Drive
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
University Drive
7
Take the ramp straight toward I 75 North: Flint
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
I 75 North: Flint
8
Merge slight left
31 mi
·
33 min
9
Keep slight right to continue on UAW Freeway
6.5 mi
·
6 min
·
UAW Freeway
10
Take the exit slight right toward M 21: Downtown
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
M 21: Downtown
11
Continue on Chavez Drive
387 ft
·
17 sec
·
Chavez Drive
12
Turn left onto East Court Street
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
East Court Street
13
Turn left
69 ft
·
7 sec
14
Turn right
92 ft
·
7 sec
15
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.8 mi from Rochester, MI · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.8 miles from Rochester, 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
$7.77 one way
$15.54 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.53 | $17.06 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.56 | $19.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.97 | $21.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.22 | $2.39 |
| Efficient EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.35 | $1.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.96 | $3.18 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Morning in Flint on Thursday
Local time
11:58 AM
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
47m 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 Rochester, MI to Flint, MI covers 49.7 miles and takes about 47m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West University Drive, Walton Boulevard, North Squirrel Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.8 miles from Rochester, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.77 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 Rochester, MI to Flint, MI is easy. At 47m 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 Rochester, MI to Flint, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Rochester, MI to Flint, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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