Origin
Clawson, MI
Late night in Clawson on Sunday
Local time
3:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clawson, 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
59m
Distance
51.6 mi
83 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clawson, MI
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Clawson to Flint, you can expect a straightforward journey covering approximately 51.6 miles. This trip typically takes about 59 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a one-day round trip. You will primarily utilize the Walter P. Chrysler Freeway, UAW Freeway, and Livernois Road to navigate the Midwest landscape. With a fuel budget of just $8, this is a highly economical route that requires no overnight stops. Because the drive is short and efficient, it offers plenty of flexibility for your schedule, allowing you to reach your destination quickly without the need for complex travel logistics.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Walter P. Chrysler Freeway | 41.2 mi | 44m |
| UAW Freeway | 6.5 mi | 6m |
| Livernois Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| East Big Beaver Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Court Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Chavez Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
— 41.2 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clawson, MI and Flint, MI.
1
Start on South Main Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
Use the straight lane.
2
Continue on Livernois Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Livernois Road
3
Turn right onto East Big Beaver Road
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
East Big Beaver Road
Use the right lane.
4
Continue on East Big Beaver Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Big Beaver Road
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward I 75 North: Flint
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 75
41 mi
·
44 min
·
Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
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.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward M 21: Downtown
9
Continue on M 21
386 ft
·
17 sec
·
Chavez Drive
10
Turn left onto M 21
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
East Court Street
Use the left lane.
11
Turn left
68 ft
·
6 sec
12
Turn right
93 ft
·
6 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.8 miles from Clawson, 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 2 and 51.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
East Big Beaver Road
Turn right onto East Big Beaver Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
2.7 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 North: Flint
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 75 North: Flint
5
3.1 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 75 / Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Merge onto I 75 / Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
44.3 mi into trip
|
~50m 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
51.2 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
M 21 / East Court Street
Turn left onto M 21 / East Court Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.07 one way
$16.13 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.86 | $17.71 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.93 | $19.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.39 | $22.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.42 | $2.48 |
| Efficient EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.52 | $2.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.22 | $3.30 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
59m 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?
Expect a highly efficient, highway-focused experience, as 92% of this route consists of high-speed travel. You will spend the bulk of your time on the Walter P. Chrysler Freeway, which accounts for a 41.2-mile stretch of the total journey. The road feels like a consistent, fast-paced commute, moving you steadily through the Michigan corridor. While the environment remains largely industrial and suburban, the high percentage of highway driving ensures that you maintain a steady, uninterrupted pace. It is a functional, no-nonsense drive designed for speed and direct access rather than winding, leisurely exploration.
92% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.2 mi on Walter P. Chrysler Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Walter P. Chrysler Freeway and UAW Freeway. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 2 miles in near East Big Beaver Road.
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 51.6 miles you will encounter 8 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 2 miles (East Big Beaver Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles (I 75 / Walter P. Chrysler Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 51.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 41.2 miles on Walter P. Chrysler Freeway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Flint, MI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
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 2 miles (East Big Beaver Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles (I 75 / Walter P. Chrysler Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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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