Origin
Flint, MI
Morning in Flint on Tuesday
Local time
8:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Flint, MI to Bloomfield Hills, MI
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
52m
Distance
45.9 mi
74 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 48m
★
6 AM
0h 52m
8 AM
1h 1m
10 AM
0h 55m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 0m
8 PM
0h 50m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bloomfield Hills, MI
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Flint to Bloomfield Hills, you can expect a straightforward 45.9-mile journey. Clocking in at approximately 52 minutes, this trip is perfectly suited for a single-day outing. You will spend roughly $7 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for a day trip. The route stays entirely within the Midwest, transitioning between two Michigan hubs with ease. Given the short duration, there is no need to consider an overnight split, allowing you maximum flexibility for your schedule. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a visit, this efficient connection makes for a stress-free experience.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 34.6 mi | 37m |
| UAW Freeway | 6.7 mi | 7m |
| Woodward Avenue | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| I 75 BL | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| BL I 75 | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| East Fifth Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 34.6 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flint, MI and Bloomfield Hills, MI.
1
Start on this road
93 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
335 ft
·
29 sec
3
At end of road, turn left onto M 21
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
East Fifth Street
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
5
Merge onto I 475
6.7 mi
·
7 min
·
UAW Freeway
6
Merge onto I 75
35 mi
·
37 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto BL I 75
0.6 mi
·
41 sec
·
BL I 75
Exit 75
Toward I 75 Business
Use the slight right lane.
8
Continue on I 75 BL
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
I 75 BL
9
Turn right onto I 75 BL; US 24 BUS
119 ft
·
2 sec
·
Woodward Avenue
Use the right lane.
10
Turn slight left
410 ft
·
17 sec
11
Turn slight left onto I 75 BL; US 24 BUS
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Woodward Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Arrive at destination
M 1
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 44 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
M 21 / East Fifth Street
At end of road, turn left onto M 21 / East Fifth Street
Navigation decision point
5
7.3 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
I 75
Merge onto I 75
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
41.9 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
BL I 75
Take the exit onto BL I 75 toward I 75 Business
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 75
Toward I 75 Business
5
44 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
I 75 BL; US 24 BUS / Woodward Avenue
Turn right onto I 75 BL; US 24 BUS / Woodward Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.18 one way
$14.35 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.88 | $15.76 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.83 | $17.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.13 | $20.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.82 | $2.20 |
| Efficient EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.02 | $1.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.43 | $2.94 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Bloomfield Hills, MI
Morning in Bloomfield Hills on Tuesday
Local time
8:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
52m 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 95% of your time will be spent on major roads. Your journey relies heavily on I-75, the UAW Freeway, and Woodward Avenue to bridge the gap between cities. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, as the longest uninterrupted stretch covers 34.6 miles along I-75. Because of this high highway concentration, the drive maintains a consistent, fast-paced character throughout. Do not look for winding backroads here; instead, anticipate a direct and purposeful transit that prioritizes speed and convenience over scenic detours.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.6 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and UAW Freeway. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
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 45.9 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (M 21 / East Fifth Street): Navigation decision point; at 7.3 miles (I 75): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,094 ft
754 ft
Total Climb
347 ft
Total Descent
269 ft
Highest Point
1,094 ft
~19.7 mi in
Elevation Range
340 ft
About the Cities
Starting in Flint, MI
Full guide →Flint is an industrial city an hour northwest of Detroit in Michigan. It was the home of many General Motors factories, including the Buick World Headquarters, Flint has fallen on hard times over the past 30 years due to the decline of the American automotive industry. Despite these misfortunes, the city has an outsized history, including decisive roles in the growth of the American labor movement and community schooling and evident in a host of extensive and well-endowed cultural institutions. Flint has seen a dramatic reduction in crime while simultaneously enjoying a revitalizing Downtown and growing colleges and universities are found within the city's limits.
Arriving in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Full guide →Bloomfield Hills is a suburban city in Oakland County, Michigan. It is almost completely surrounded by Bloomfield Township.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 52m. Total distance: 45.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 34.6 miles on I 75. 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: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (M 21 / East Fifth Street): Navigation decision point; at 7.3 miles (I 75): 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 Bloomfield Hills, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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