Origin
Flint, MI
Afternoon in Flint on Sunday
Local time
4:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Flint, MI to Aurelius, 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 22m
Distance
66.5 mi
107 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 36m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Aurelius, MI
Gu Bra
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Flint to Aurelius, you are looking at a straightforward 66.5-mile journey through the Michigan Midwest. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 22 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You will primarily utilize the Chevrolet-Buick Freeway, I-69 BL, and US-127 to complete the transit. Budgeting roughly $10 for fuel should be sufficient for a one-way trip, depending on your vehicle's efficiency. Because the entire route remains within the state of Michigan, the transition between these two points is seamless and lacks the complexity of crossing regional borders. It is an efficient, no-nonsense path that gets you to your destination quickly without the need for an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet-Buick Freeway | 40.6 mi | 41m |
| US 127 | 7.2 mi | 7m |
| I 69 BL | 6.8 mi | 11m |
| South Aurelius Road | 4 mi | 9m |
| North College Road | 4 mi | 5m |
| West Columbia Road | 2 mi | 2m |
| South Grand Traverse Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Court Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
— 40.6 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flint, MI and Aurelius, MI.
1
Start on this road
93 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
Turn uturn onto M 21
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
East Court Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
Turn left onto South Grand Traverse Street
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
South Grand Traverse Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
5
Merge onto I 69
41 mi
·
41 min
·
Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
6
Take the exit onto I 69 BL
6.8 mi
·
11 min
·
I 69 BL
Toward BL I 69: East Lansing
Use the slight right lane.
7
Turn straight onto I 69 BL; M 43
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
East Grand River Avenue
Use the left lane.
8
Turn left onto North Howard Avenue
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
North Howard Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward US 127 South
10
Merge onto US 127
7.2 mi
·
7 min
·
US 127
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward Holt Road
12
Turn right onto Holt Road
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Holt Road
13
Turn left onto North College Road
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
North College Road
14
Turn right onto West Columbia Road
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Columbia Road
15
Turn left onto South Aurelius Road
4.0 mi
·
9 min
·
South Aurelius Road
16
Arrive at destination
South Aurelius Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 33.3 miles from Flint, 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 48.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
9
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
M 21 / East Court Street
Turn uturn onto M 21 / East Court Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South Grand Traverse Street
Turn left onto South Grand Traverse Street
Navigation decision point
6
41.4 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
I 69 BL
Take the exit onto I 69 BL toward BL I 69: East Lansing
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward BL I 69: East Lansing
6
48.4 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
North Howard Avenue
Turn left onto North Howard Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
48.6 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Take the ramp toward US 127 South
Navigation decision point
Toward US 127 South
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.40 one way
$20.79 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.41 | $22.83 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.80 | $25.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.68 | $29.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20 | 0 | $6.98 | $3.19 |
| Efficient EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.82 | $2.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.31 | $4.26 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Aurelius, MI
Afternoon in Aurelius on Sunday
Local time
4:40 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 22m 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 drive is heavily highway-focused, with 82% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will experience a significant, uninterrupted stretch of 40.6 miles while cruising on the Chevrolet-Buick Freeway, which defines the initial personality of the trip. The route maintains a consistent, high-speed pace as you transition between the freeway and US-127. While you won't encounter technical mountain passes or winding backroads, the road provides a reliable, steady environment for long-distance driving. You can expect a predictable experience that favors speed and efficiency over complex navigation or varied terrain changes.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 40.6 mi on Chevrolet-Buick Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Chevrolet-Buick Freeway and US 127. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near M 21 / East Court Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 66.5 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (M 21 / East Court Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (South Grand Traverse Street): Navigation decision point; at 41.4 miles (I 69 BL): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Flint, MI to Aurelius, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Bl I 69: East Lansing along the way.
Bl I 69: East Lansing
41.4 mi in
|
~43m
|
via I 69 BL
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 66.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 40.6 miles on Chevrolet-Buick Freeway. 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: near the start (M 21 / East Court Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (South Grand Traverse Street): Navigation decision point; at 41.4 miles (I 69 BL): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Aurelius, 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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