Origin
Rochester, MI
Afternoon in Rochester on Thursday
Local time
2:47 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rochester, MI to Flint, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
55m
Distance
44.6 mi
72 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rochester, MI
Israyosoy S.
Trip Overview
The drive from Rochester, MI to Flint, MI covers 44.6 miles and takes about 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 75, UAW Freeway, Walton Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 31.2 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.97 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 44.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 55m highway drive covering 44.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and UAW Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 31.2 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 31.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and UAW Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West University Drive.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 44.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 55m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West University Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.1 miles (University Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
West University Drive
Turn left onto West University Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
5.1 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
University Drive
At end of road, turn right onto University Drive
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
5.9 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 North: Flint
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 75 North: Flint
8
37.3 mi into trip
|
~46m 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
6
44.3 mi into trip
|
~54m 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 | 31.2 mi | 33m |
| UAW Freeway | 6.5 mi | 6m |
| Walton Boulevard | 3.7 mi | 6m |
| West University Drive | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| University Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Five Points Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Court Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Main Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 31.2 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rochester, MI and Flint, MI.
1
Start on M 150
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
South Main Street
2
Turn left onto West University Drive
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
West University Drive
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on Walton Boulevard
3.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Walton Boulevard
Use the right lane.
4
Turn left onto North Squirrel Road
475 ft
·
18 sec
·
North Squirrel Road
Use the left lane.
5
Turn right onto Five Points Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Five Points Drive
6
At end of road, turn right onto University Drive
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
University Drive
Use the right lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 75 North: Flint
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto I 75
31 mi
·
33 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 22.3 mi from Rochester, MI · 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.3 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
$6.97 one way
$13.95 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.66 | $15.31 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.58 | $17.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.85 | $19.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.68 | $2.14 |
| Efficient EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.90 | $1.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.24 | $2.85 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 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
2:47 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
5 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
55m 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 Rochester, MI to Flint, MI covers 44.6 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 75, UAW Freeway, Walton Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.3 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 $6.97 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 11 decision points packed into just 44.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 55m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West University Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.1 miles (University Drive): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Rochester, MI to Flint, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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