Origin
Waverly, MI
Night in Waverly on Friday
Local time
10:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Waverly, MI to Flint, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 6m
Distance
54.3 mi
87 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 7m
8 AM
1h 18m
10 AM
1h 11m
12 PM
1h 10m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 17m
8 PM
1h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Waverly, MI
Tim Mossholder
Trip Overview
This straightforward 54.3-mile drive from Waverly, MI to Flint, MI is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking about 1 hour and 6 minutes. You'll spend most of your time on I-69 Business Loop, making it a highway-focused experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $8, this is an economical option for connecting these two Midwest locations. Since there are no recommended overnight stops, you can plan this trip with flexibility, perhaps departing in the morning to arrive in Flint by midday. The overall feel is practical and efficient, designed for getting from point A to point B without much fuss.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 6m. Total distance: 54.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a drive that is 76% highway, predominantly utilizing I-69 Business Loop for a significant portion of the journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 41.5 miles on this main artery, offering a consistent pace. While primarily a highway-focused route, you'll transition onto East Saginaw Street and West Saginaw Street, which may present a change in speed and environment as you approach Flint. This blend suggests a predominantly fast-paced drive with some local road interaction towards the end.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 69 BL is the longest continuous segment at about 41.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 BL and East Saginaw Street. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Elmwood Drive.
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 54.3 miles you will encounter 11 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: at 0.1 miles (Elmwood Drive): Navigation decision point; at 53.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.5 miles (South Grand Traverse Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Elmwood Drive
Turn right onto Elmwood Drive
Navigation decision point
7
53.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward Saginaw Street, Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Saginaw Street, Downtown
5
53.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
|
South Grand Traverse Street
Turn left onto South Grand Traverse Street
Navigation decision point
5
54.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
M 21 / East Court Street
Turn left onto M 21 / East Court Street
Navigation decision point
5
54.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 BL | 41.5 mi | 42m |
| East Saginaw Street | 5 mi | 7m |
| West Saginaw Street | 4.9 mi | 10m |
| West Saginaw Highway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Saginaw Highway | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Fifth Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Grand Traverse Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Elmwood Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69 BL
— 41.5 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Waverly, MI and Flint, MI.
1
Start on Dornet Drive
354 ft
·
17 sec
·
Dornet Drive
2
Turn right onto Elmwood Drive
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Elmwood Drive
3
Turn right onto I 69 BL; M 43
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Saginaw Highway
4
Continue on I 69 BL; M 43
4.9 mi
·
10 min
·
West Saginaw Street
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69 BL
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
East Saginaw Street
6
Continue on I 69 BL
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Saginaw Highway
7
Take the ramp onto I 69 BL
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
I 69 BL
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69 BL
41 mi
·
42 min
·
I 69 BL
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Toward Saginaw Street, Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn left onto South Grand Traverse Street
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
South Grand Traverse Street
11
Turn right onto M 21
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
West Fifth Street
12
Turn left onto Harrison Street
382 ft
·
20 sec
·
Harrison Street
13
Turn left onto M 21
235 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Court Street
14
Turn left
68 ft
·
6 sec
15
Turn right
93 ft
·
6 sec
16
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.1 mi from Waverly, MI · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.1 miles from Waverly, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.49 one way
$16.98 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.32 | $18.64 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.45 | $20.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.99 | $23.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 19 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.70 | $2.61 |
| Efficient EV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.75 | $2.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.60 | $3.48 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Night in Flint on Friday
Local time
10:33 PM
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
1 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
1h 6m 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 Waverly, MI to Flint, MI covers 54.3 miles and takes about 1h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 69 BL, East Saginaw Street, West Saginaw Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.1 miles from Waverly, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.49 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 54.3 miles you will encounter 11 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: at 0.1 miles (Elmwood Drive): Navigation decision point; at 53.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 53.5 miles (South Grand Traverse Street): Navigation decision point.
The route from Waverly, MI to Flint, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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