Origin
Flint, MI
Morning in Flint on Tuesday
Local time
6:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Flint, MI to Okemos, 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
55m
Distance
47 mi
76 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 51m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Okemos, MI
fish socks
Trip Overview
If you are traveling between Flint and Okemos, you are looking at a quick, 47-mile journey that typically takes about 55 minutes to complete. Because of the short duration, this is a straightforward day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting approximately $7 for fuel should cover your travel costs comfortably. You will be navigating entirely within the Midwest region, moving between two Michigan hubs. This route serves as a practical connection for those needing to get from one city to the other without a major time commitment. Whether you are commuting or visiting, the lack of required stops allows for a flexible, direct schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet-Buick Freeway | 40.6 mi | 41m |
| Marsh Road | 3.8 mi | 8m |
| I 69 BL | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| West Grand River Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Grand Traverse Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Court Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Okemos Road | <0.1 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 Okemos, 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
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
I 69 BL
Toward BL I 69: East Lansing
Use the slight right lane.
7
Turn slight left
400 ft
·
16 sec
8
Continue on Marsh Road
3.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Marsh Road
9
Turn right onto M 43
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
·
West Grand River Avenue
10
Turn right onto Okemos Road
59 ft
·
1 sec
·
Okemos Road
11
Arrive at destination
Okemos Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 23.5 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 41.4 — 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
3
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
3
0.8 mi into trip
|
~2m in
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I 69 / Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
Merge onto I 69 / Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining
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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.35 one way
$14.70 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.07 | $16.14 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.04 | $18.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.38 | $20.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.4 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 | 14.1 | 0 | $4.94 | $2.26 |
| Efficient EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.11 | $1.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.8 | 0 | $6.58 | $3.01 |
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
Okemos, MI
Morning in Okemos on Tuesday
Local time
6:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
63°F
Perry, MI
24 mi in
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
55m 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 turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route does not rely on highway travel. Your path utilizes East Court Street, South Grand Traverse Street, and the Chevrolet-Buick Freeway to navigate the transition between Flint and Okemos. Since the highway share is 0%, you should prepare for a more involved driving experience through local corridors. There is no singular, long, uninterrupted stretch, so you will need to remain attentive to turns and local traffic patterns. The personality of this drive is functional and grounded in local road connectivity rather than long-distance highway cruising.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 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?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Chevrolet-Buick Freeway and Marsh Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near M 21 / East Court Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Flint, MI to Okemos, MI is easy. At 55m with 89% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 0.6 miles: Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
891 ft
754 ft
Total Climb
141 ft
Total Descent
57 ft
Highest Point
891 ft
~36.9 mi in
Elevation Range
137 ft
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 Okemos, 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
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.
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 55m. Total distance: 47 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Straightforward navigation.
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 0.6 miles: Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Okemos, 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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