Origin
Casco, MI
Late night in Casco on Sunday
Local time
3:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Casco, MI to Flint, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 30m
Distance
68.6 mi
110 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
★
6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 44m
10 AM
1h 35m
12 PM
1h 34m
3 PM
1h 36m
5 PM
1h 43m
8 PM
1h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Casco, MI
Youngcucafilms
Trip Overview
Casco, MI to Flint, MI is 68.6 miles and takes about 1 hour 30 minutes via I 69, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Michigan, taking you from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. It's a straightforward, highway-focused journey perfect for a single day of travel. With a relatively short duration and modest fuel cost, this route offers a practical way to get from point A to point B without significant logistical hurdles.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
34.3 miles from Casco, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 47.4 mi | 48m |
| Memphis Ridge Road | 5.5 mi | 7m |
| Kinney Road | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| County Line Road | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| Meisner Road | 3 mi | 11m |
| South Main Street | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Burnell Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 47.4 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Casco, MI and Flint, MI.
1
Start on Meisner Road
3.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Meisner Road
2
Turn right onto County Line Road
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
County Line Road
3
Turn left onto Muttonville Lane
159 ft
·
8 sec
·
Muttonville Lane
4
Turn left onto Gratiot Avenue
429 ft
·
12 sec
·
Gratiot Avenue
5
Turn right onto M 19
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
South Main Street
6
Continue on M 19
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Memphis Ridge Road
7
Continue on M 19
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
8
Continue on M 19
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Memphis Ridge Road
9
Continue on M 19
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Burnell Road
10
Continue on M 19
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Kinney Road
11
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
12
Merge onto I 69
47 mi
·
48 min
·
I 69
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 136
Toward Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn right onto Saginaw Street
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Saginaw Street
15
Turn right onto M 21
398 ft
·
16 sec
·
East Fifth Street
16
Turn left onto Harrison Street
382 ft
·
20 sec
·
Harrison Street
17
Turn left onto M 21
235 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Court Street
18
Turn left
68 ft
·
6 sec
19
Turn right
93 ft
·
6 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of this 1 hour 30 minute drive, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning is a good option, as it allows you to arrive in Flint with plenty of time for activities. Since the longest stretch is 47.4 miles on I 69, plan your fuel stops accordingly; you'll likely only need to fill up once if you start with a full tank. Keep an eye out for the transition from I 69 to local roads as you approach Flint, as this is where you'll need to be most attentive.
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 34.3 miles from Casco, MI, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.4 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 15 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.3 miles or 53m 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Flint, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Casco, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Casco, MI
This is one driving day of about 68.6 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Casco, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 69 for about 47.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.3 miles from Casco, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 3 and 68.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
3 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
County Line Road
Turn right onto County Line Road
Navigation decision point
7
67.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
Take the exit toward Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 136
Toward Downtown
5
68.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
|
M 21 / East Fifth Street
Turn right onto M 21 / East Fifth Street
Navigation decision point
5
68.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
|
M 21 / East Court Street
Turn left onto M 21 / East Court Street
Navigation decision point
5
68.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.72 one way
$21.45 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.78 | $23.55 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.20 | $26.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.15 | $30.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.20 | $3.29 |
| Efficient EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.00 | $2.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.4 | 0 | $9.60 | $4.39 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Late night in Flint on Sunday
Local time
3:33 AM
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 30m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 69% of it being on highways. You'll spend a good portion of your time on I 69, experiencing a straightforward drive. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 47.4 miles on I 69, meaning you can settle in for a solid period of consistent travel. While the bulk is highway, there are also segments on Memphis Ridge Road and Kinney Road, which may offer a slight change in scenery or road type as you progress toward Flint.
69% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 47.4 mi on I 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and Memphis Ridge Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in near County Line Road.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 30m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (County Line Road): Navigation decision point; at 67.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 68.4 miles (M 21 / East Fifth Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 30m. Total distance: 68.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (69%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 47.4 miles on I 69. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (County Line Road): Navigation decision point; at 67.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 68.4 miles (M 21 / East Fifth Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Flint, MI before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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