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Trip from Flint, MI to Sharon, MI

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 55m

Distance

153.1 mi

246 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$24

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
2h 44m ★
6 AM
2h 55m
8 AM
3h 18m
10 AM
3h 3m
12 PM
3h 1m
3 PM
3h 4m
5 PM
3h 16m
8 PM
2h 49m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Sharon, MI, MI

Sharon, MI

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Trip Overview

This 153.1-mile journey from Flint, MI, to Sharon, MI, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 2 hours and 55 minutes. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 83% of the drive on major roads like I-75 and the UAW Freeway. You can expect a fuel cost of around $24 for this trip. Given its manageable length and highway nature, it's well-suited as a straightforward day trip without the need for an overnight stay. The drive stays within the Midwest region, offering a consistent travel experience.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

76.5 miles from Flint, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 21m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 118 mi 2h
Fletcher Road Southeast 12 mi 21m
UAW Freeway 9.7 mi 10m
North Higgins Lake Drive 4.4 mi 6m
West Fletcher Road 4 mi 6m
South Military Road 1.9 mi 3m
West Federal Highway 1.7 mi 2m
East Third Street 0.4 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 75 — 118 mi, about 2h

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Flint, MI and Sharon, MI.

1

Start on this road

93 ft · 11 sec · this road
2

Turn uturn onto M 21

253 ft · 17 sec · East Court Street
3

Turn right onto Saginaw Street

0.1 mi · 28 sec · Saginaw Street
4

Turn right onto East Third Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · East Third Street
5

Turn left onto Chavez Drive

483 ft · 13 sec · Chavez Drive
6

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Toward I 475 North
7

Merge onto I 475

9.7 mi · 10 min · UAW Freeway
8

Merge onto I 75; US 23

38 mi · 40 min · I 75; US 23
9

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23

63 mi · 1 hr 3 min · I 75; US 23
10

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

17 mi · 17 min · I 75
11

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 46 sec
Exit 244 Toward North Higgins Lake State Park
12

Turn left onto I 75 BL

1.7 mi · 2 min · West Federal Highway
13

Continue on North Higgins Lake Drive

4.4 mi · 6 min · North Higgins Lake Drive
14

At end of road, turn right onto South Military Road

1.7 mi · 3 min · South Military Road
15

Turn left onto West Fletcher Road

4.0 mi · 6 min · West Fletcher Road
16

Continue on Fletcher Road Southeast

12 mi · 21 min · Fletcher Road Southeast
17

Continue on West Sharon Road

0.3 mi · 36 sec · West Sharon Road
18

Turn right onto South Military Road

0.2 mi · 26 sec · South Military Road
19

Arrive at destination

South Military Road

Trip Plan

With a total duration of under three hours, this route offers flexibility for when you depart. Leaving in the morning will allow you to reach Sharon with plenty of daylight remaining. Plan for just one main stop, perhaps midway, to stretch your legs and refuel if necessary. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 118 miles on I-75, so be sure to take advantage of any early exits for a break before that segment. Keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is always wise, especially on longer highway stretches like the one on I-75.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 76.5 miles from Flint, MI, or about 1h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 118 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 34 miles or 38m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 76.5 miles or 1h 21m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 10m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sharon, MI than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Flint, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Flint, MI

This is one driving day of about 153.1 miles and 2h 55m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Flint, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 118 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Worth, MI, MI

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Worth, MI

77 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

Freeland, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Worth, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 76.5 miles from Flint, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 118 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Coffee Stop

Stone Mountain Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

West Branch, Michigan

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 98.4

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

+19893453006

Visit website

Stone Mountain Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 98.4

West Branch, Michigan

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

+19893453006

Visit website

Sloan Museum of Discovery

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Flint, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+18102373450

Visit website

Flint Children's Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour

Flint, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+18107675437

Visit website

Marshall M Fredericks Sculpture Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 43.7

University Center, Michigan

Hours: 11 am–5 pm

+19899647125

Visit website

Sky Zone Trampoline Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour

Flint, Michigan

Hours: 12–8 pm

+18104078972

Visit website

Michigan Heroes Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 21.9

Frankenmuth, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+19896528005

Visit website

Airborne Adventure Park - Saginaw, MI

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 43.7

Saginaw, Michigan

Hours: 4–8 pm

+19895960022

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 134.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

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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

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Saginaw Street

Turn right onto Saginaw Street

Navigation decision point

4
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | East Third Street

Turn right onto East Third Street

Navigation decision point

5
128.5 mi into trip | ~2h 13m in

Take the exit toward North Higgins Lake State Park

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 244 Toward North Higgins Lake State Park
5
134.9 mi into trip | ~2h 23m in | South Military Road

At end of road, turn right onto South Military Road

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$23.94 one way

$47.87 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 54 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $26.28 $52.56
premium $4.89 $29.46 $58.93
diesel $5.61 $33.80 $67.61

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$24

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$49–$74

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 53.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 45.9 0 $16.08 $7.35
Efficient EV 38.3 0 $13.40 $6.12
EV Truck/SUV 61.2 0 $21.43 $9.80

Gas CO2

54 kg

EV CO2

18 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.

Forecast as of Apr 14, 2026

Origin

Flint, MI

Late night in Flint on Sunday

Local time

12:14 AM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Chance Showers And Thunderstorms then Showers And Thunderstorms

SW 5 to 8 mph 94% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 14 at 7:30PM EDT until April 15 at 2:00PM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 14 at 7:30PM EDT until April 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI

Destination

Sharon, MI

Late night in Sharon on Sunday

Local time

12:14 AM

EDT

Current temp

60°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

39°F

Worth, MI

77 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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 cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

2h 55m on the road

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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 83% of your drive utilizing major expressways. You'll encounter a long, uninterrupted stretch of 118 miles on I-75, which forms the backbone of this trip. This means consistent speeds and minimal interruptions for much of the journey. The inclusion of Fletcher Road Southeast and the UAW Freeway means you'll experience a blend of major freeway driving with some arterial road sections as you approach your destination. The overall feel is efficient and direct.

83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 118 mi on I 75.

How Hard Is This Drive?

5/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Fletcher Road Southeast. 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 153.1 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; at 0.1 miles (Saginaw Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (East Third Street): Navigation decision point.

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 Sharon, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Higgins Lake State Park along the way.

Higgins Lake State Park

128.5 mi in | ~2h 13m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 55m. Total distance: 153.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 118 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

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 0.2 miles (East Third Street): Navigation decision point.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Sharon, 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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