Origin
Rogers City, MI
Evening in Rogers City on Tuesday
Local time
6:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
33°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rogers City, MI to Flint, MI
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
3h 52m
Distance
200.5 mi
323 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 40m
★
6 AM
3h 52m
8 AM
4h 18m
10 AM
4h 1m
12 PM
3h 59m
3 PM
4h 3m
5 PM
4h 17m
8 PM
3h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rogers City, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Rogers City, MI to Flint, MI covers 200.5 miles and takes about 3h 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on M 65, I 75, UAW Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 82.2 miles on M 65. At current regular gas prices, budget about $31.35 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
100.3 miles from Rogers City, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 59m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive from Rogers City, MI to Flint, MI covers 200.5 miles and takes about 3h 52m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
M 65 is the longest continuous segment at about 82.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 9.3 miles in near M 65 / M-65.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 52m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.3 miles (M 65 / M-65): Lane positioning matters here; at 28.6 miles (M 32; M 65): Lane positioning matters here; at 124.9 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
9.3 mi into trip
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~12m in
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M 65 / M-65
Turn right onto M 65 / M-65
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
28.6 mi into trip
|
~35m in
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M 32; M 65
At end of road, turn right onto M 32; M 65
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
124.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 31m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 South: Saginaw
Navigation decision point
Toward I 75 South: Saginaw
6
189.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 39m in
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I 475 / UAW Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 475 / UAW Freeway toward I 475: Downtown Flint
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 125
Toward I 475: Downtown Flint
6
200.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 51m in
|
M 21 / East Court Street
Turn right onto M 21 / East Court Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
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 Rogers City, MI to Flint, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Saginaw along the way.
Saginaw
125.2 mi in
|
~2h 32m
|
via I 75
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| M 65 | 82.2 mi | 1h 36m |
| I 75 | 64.5 mi | 1h 7m |
| UAW Freeway | 10 mi | 10m |
| M 65 North | 8.9 mi | 10m |
| West Huron Road | 8.3 mi | 11m |
| US-23 South | 7.7 mi | 8m |
| M-65 | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| State Highway 65 | 3.9 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
M 65
— 82.2 mi, about 1h 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rogers City, MI and Flint, MI.
1
Start on West Huron Avenue
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
West Huron Avenue
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 23
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Bradley Highway
3
Continue on US 23
7.7 mi
·
8 min
·
US-23 South
4
Turn right onto M 65
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
M-65
Use the right lane.
5
Continue on M 65
0.5 mi
·
34 sec
·
State Highway 65
6
Continue on Michigan Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Michigan Avenue
7
Continue on M 65
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 65
8
Continue on M 65
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
M-65 North
9
Continue on M 65
8.9 mi
·
10 min
·
M 65 North
10
At end of road, turn right onto M 32; M 65
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
M 32; M 65
Use the right lane.
11
Continue on M 65
82 mi
·
1 hr 36 min
·
M 65
12
Turn right onto US 23
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Huron Road
13
Continue on US 23
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Center Road
14
Continue on US 23
6.3 mi
·
8 min
·
West Huron Road
15
Continue on US 23
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
16
Turn right onto M 61
0.6 mi
·
54 sec
·
West Cedar Street
17
Continue on M 61
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
West M-61
18
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 75 South: Saginaw
19
Merge onto I 75
65 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
·
I 75
Toward Saginaw
20
Keep slight right at fork onto I 475
10.0 mi
·
10 min
·
UAW Freeway
Exit 125
Toward I 475: Downtown Flint
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 7
Toward M 21
22
Continue on Chavez Drive
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Chavez Drive
23
Turn right onto M 21
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
East Court Street
Use the right lane.
24
Turn left
68 ft
·
6 sec
25
Turn right
93 ft
·
6 sec
26
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 100.3 miles from Rogers City, MI, or about 1h 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 82.2 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 80 miles or 1h 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 100.3 miles or 1h 59m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Flint, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Rogers City, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Rogers City, MI
This is one driving day of about 200.5 miles and 3h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Rogers City, 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 M 65 for about 82.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 100.3 mi from Rogers City, MI · 1h 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
100 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 100.3 miles from Rogers City, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before M 65 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 82.2 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
$31.35 one way
$62.69 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
70 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $34.42 | $68.83 |
| premium | $4.89 | $38.58 | $77.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $44.27 | $88.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 60.2 | 0 | $21.05 | $9.62 |
| Efficient EV | 50.1 | 0 | $17.54 | $8.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 80.2 | 1 | $28.07 | $12.83 |
Gas CO2
70 kg
EV CO2
23 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.
Destination
Flint, MI
Evening in Flint on Tuesday
Local time
6:38 PM
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
13 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
3h 52m 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 Rogers City, MI to Flint, MI covers 200.5 miles and takes about 3h 52m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are M 65, I 75, UAW Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 100.3 miles from Rogers City, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $31.35 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 52m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 9.3 miles (M 65 / M-65): Lane positioning matters here; at 28.6 miles (M 32; M 65): Lane positioning matters here; at 124.9 miles: Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Rogers City, MI to Flint, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Saginaw along the way.
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