Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
42m
Distance
33.7 mi
54 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oxford, MI
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If you are planning a quick excursion from Flint to Oxford, you are looking at a straightforward 33.7-mile journey that typically takes about 42 minutes to complete. This trip is perfect for a one-day outing, as it covers a relatively short distance entirely within the Midwest region of Michigan. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $5, it is an economical choice for commuters or weekend travelers alike. You will navigate a mix of roads, primarily utilizing the Chevrolet-Buick Freeway, South Lapeer Road, and Saginaw Street. Because of the manageable duration, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics, allowing you to focus on a simple, efficient transit between these two cities.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet-Buick Freeway | 18.3 mi | 19m |
| South Lapeer Road | 14 mi | 19m |
| Saginaw Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| North Washington Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Court Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Burdick Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Flint, MI and Oxford, MI.
Start on this road
Turn uturn onto M 21
Turn left onto Saginaw Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 69
Take the exit
Turn right onto M 24
Continue on M 24
Turn left onto East Burdick Street
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 33.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn uturn onto M 21 / East Court Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Turn left onto Saginaw Street
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward M 24: Lapeer, Pontiac
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto M 24 / South Lapeer Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto East Burdick Street
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$5.27 one way
$10.54 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.78 | $11.57 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.49 | $12.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.44 | $14.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.54 | $1.62 |
| Efficient EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.95 | $1.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.72 | $2.16 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Flint on Sunday
Local time
1:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Late night in Oxford on Sunday
Local time
1:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a balanced experience behind the wheel, as this route functions as a mixed drive that transitions between different road types. About 54% of your journey is spent on highways, providing a steady pace for the majority of the trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs early on, covering 18.3 miles along the Chevrolet-Buick Freeway before you shift toward local roads. As you move away from the freeway, the driving rhythm changes, requiring you to adjust to the flow of South Lapeer Road and Saginaw Street. This contrast between high-speed highway travel and surface streets keeps the drive engaging without becoming overly strenuous.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near M 21 / East Court Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 42m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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; at 0.1 miles (Saginaw Street): Navigation decision point; at 19 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
412 ft
Total Descent
108 ft
Highest Point
1,127 ft
~28.9 mi in
Elevation Range
373 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Flint, MI and Oxford, MI, road signs point toward M 24: Lapeer and Pontiac.
M 24: Lapeer
Pontiac
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 42m. Total distance: 33.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (54%). Straightforward navigation.
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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