Origin
Skidway Lake, MI
Afternoon in Skidway Lake on Sunday
Local time
4:38 PM
EDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Skidway Lake, MI to Flint, MI
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
95.6 mi
154 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 21m
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6 AM
1h 28m
8 AM
1h 41m
10 AM
1h 32m
12 PM
1h 31m
3 PM
1h 33m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Skidway Lake to Flint, expect a straightforward journey covering 95.6 miles. You can easily complete this drive in about 1 hour and 27 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. Budget roughly $14 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Midwest locations. Because the route relies entirely on local roads rather than interstates, you won't need to worry about splitting the trip into multiple days. It is a practical, no-fuss connection that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
47.8 miles from Skidway Lake, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .
Drive Character
This journey is defined by its turn-heavy local nature, as you will navigate exclusively via South M-33, Brock Road, and Alger Road. With a 0% highway share, you should prepare for a driving experience that stays off the major freeways entirely. You will not encounter any long, monotonous highway stretches, meaning you need to remain attentive to the frequent turns along the local route. The lack of a long uninterrupted stretch makes this a more active, hands-on drive compared to a standard interstate commute.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South M-33 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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Skidway Lake, MI to Flint, MI is easy. At 1h 27m 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 Skidway Lake, MI to Flint, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South M-33 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Brock Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Alger Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 75 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| UAW Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| M 21 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Chavez Drive | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Court Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
South M-33
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Skidway Lake, MI and Flint, MI.
1
Start on East Greenwood Road
4.8 mi
·
8 min
·
East Greenwood Road
2
Turn left onto South M-33
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South M-33
3
Continue on Brock Road
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Brock Road
4
Continue on Alger Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Alger Road
5
Take the exit left toward I 75 South
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
I 75 South
6
Merge slight left
76 mi
·
1 hr 19 min
7
Keep slight right to continue on UAW Freeway
10.0 mi
·
10 min
·
UAW Freeway
8
Take the exit slight right toward M 21
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
M 21
9
Continue on Chavez Drive
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Chavez Drive
10
Turn right onto East Court Street
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
East Court Street
11
Turn left
69 ft
·
7 sec
12
Turn right
92 ft
·
7 sec
13
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this 1 hour and 27-minute route is quite short, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 95.6-mile trip without needing scheduled stops, though it never hurts to check your fuel levels before heading out. Keep in mind that because you are sticking to local roads, your travel time may fluctuate more than it would on a major highway. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to stay alert for turn-heavy sections, as the road layout requires constant focus throughout the entirety of the trip.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 47.8 miles from Skidway Lake, MI, or about 43m into the drive.
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 13m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.8 miles or 43m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 11m
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 Skidway Lake, 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 Skidway Lake, MI
This is one driving day of about 95.6 miles and 1h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Skidway Lake, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 47.8 mi from Skidway Lake, MI · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
48 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 47.8 miles from Skidway Lake, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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
$14.52 one way
$29.04 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $16.01 | $32.01 |
| premium | $4.80 | $18.05 | $36.09 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $21.24 | $42.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.7 | 0 | $10.04 | $4.59 |
| Efficient EV | 23.9 | 0 | $8.36 | $3.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.2 | 0 | $13.38 | $6.12 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Afternoon in Flint on Sunday
Local time
4:38 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
3 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
1h 27m 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 Skidway Lake, MI to Flint, MI covers 95.6 miles and takes about 1h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South M-33, Brock Road, Alger Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 47.8 miles from Skidway Lake, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.52 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 Skidway Lake, MI to Flint, MI is easy. At 1h 27m 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 Skidway Lake, MI to Flint, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Skidway Lake, MI to Flint, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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