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Trip from Flint, MI to Warren, MI

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jul 20, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 10m

Distance

62.3 mi

100 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$9

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 17 min
4 AM
1h 5m ★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m

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

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Downtown Flint, MI, MI

Flint, MI

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city in Macomb County, Michigan, United States

Warren, MI

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Trip Overview

This 62.3-mile drive from Flint to Warren, Michigan, is a straightforward 1 hour and 10-minute journey. Primarily utilizing I-75, the UAW Freeway, and the Walter P. Reuther Freeway, this trip stays almost entirely on highways, making it an easy day trip. With a projected fuel cost of around $10, it's an economical option for a quick transit between two Midwest locations. The focus is on efficient travel rather than scenic exploration, so you'll get to your destination without much fuss.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 48.9 mi 52m
UAW Freeway 6.7 mi 7m
Walter P Reuther Freeway 4.1 mi 4m
East 11 Mile Road 0.9 mi 1m
I-75 South to I-696 East 0.6 mi 1m
East Fifth Street 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 75 — 48.9 mi, about 52m

Traffic on I-75

Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 50 FHWA count stations on your route.

Peak

4 PM

~4,260 veh/hr typical · worst 5,581

Quietest

2 AM

~231 veh/hr

Peak-to-quiet ratio

18.4×

busier at peak than in the quiet hours

12a 6a noon 6p 11p

Averaged across 48 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Flint, MI and Warren, 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

49 mi · 52 min · I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec
Exit 61 Toward I 696: Port Huron, Lansing Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight left at fork onto I-75 South to I-696 East

0.6 mi · 1 min · I-75 South to I-696 East
Toward I 696 East: Port Huron Use the slight left lane.
9

Continue on I 696

4.1 mi · 4 min · Walter P Reuther Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 33 sec
Exit 23 Toward M 53: Van Dyke Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Continue on East 11 Mile Road

0.2 mi · 30 sec · East 11 Mile Road
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
12

Continue on East 11 Mile Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · East 11 Mile Road
13

Turn right

380 ft · 31 sec
14

Turn left

162 ft · 11 sec
15

Arrive at destination

Where to Stop

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

city and county seat of Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Pontiac, MI

31 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

Holly, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Pontiac, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 31.2 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 11

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 61.1 — 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

8
56.2 mi into trip | ~1h 1m in

Take the exit toward I 696: Port Huron, Lansing

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 61 Toward I 696: Port Huron, Lansing
7
56.4 mi into trip | ~1h 1m in | I-75 South to I-696 East

Keep slight left at fork onto I-75 South to I-696 East toward I 696 East: Port Huron

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 696 East: Port Huron
7
61.1 mi into trip | ~1h 7m in

Take the exit toward M 53: Van Dyke Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 23 Toward M 53: Van Dyke Avenue

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$9.20 one way

$18.40 round trip

$3.75/gal 25.4 MPG avg 22 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.14 $10.16 $20.31
premium $4.72 $11.57 $23.13
diesel $4.80 $11.76 $23.53

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$9

Estimated CO2 emission: 21.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 18.7 0 $6.54 $2.99
Efficient EV 15.6 0 $5.45 $2.49
EV Truck/SUV 24.9 0 $8.72 $3.99

Gas CO2

22 kg

EV CO2

7 kg (68% 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 Jul 2, 2026

Origin

Flint, MI

Morning in Flint on Monday

Local time

6:55 AM

EDT

Current temp

95°F

Sunny

WSW 12 mph 5% chance Live forecast

Extreme Heat Warning

Extreme Heat Warning issued July 2 at 11:36AM EDT until July 2 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI

Extreme Heat Warning

Extreme Heat Warning issued July 2 at 11:36AM EDT until July 2 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI

Destination

Warren, MI

Morning in Warren on Monday

Local time

6:55 AM

EDT

Current temp

98°F

Sunny

WSW 13 mph 9% chance Live forecast

Extreme Heat Warning

Extreme Heat Warning issued July 2 at 11:36AM EDT until July 2 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI

Extreme Heat Warning

Extreme Heat Warning issued July 2 at 11:36AM EDT until July 2 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI

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

3 degrees warmer at arrival

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

Road read

1h 10m 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 highway-focused experience for 97% of this 62.3-mile route. The majority of your travel will be on high-speed freeways, including a significant uninterrupted stretch of 48.9 miles on I-75. This means consistent speeds and minimal interruptions, allowing for a predictable and swift transit. The character of the drive is about covering ground efficiently, with the road infrastructure designed for smooth, direct travel between cities in the Midwest.

97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 48.9 mi on I 75.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and UAW Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 62.3 miles you will encounter 11 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 56.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

1,054 ft 617 ft

Total Climb

312 ft

Total Descent

441 ft

Highest Point

1,054 ft

~22.3 mi in

Elevation Range

438 ft

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 Warren, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Lansing along the way.

Lansing

56.2 mi in | ~1h 1m

About the Cities

Starting in Flint, MI

Full guide →

Founded 1818

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.

Top landmarks

  • • Flint Institute of Arts — art school and museum in Flint, Michigan
  • • Capitol Theatre — movie theater and concert venue in Flint, Michigan, United States
  • • Robert J. Whaley House — historic house museum in Flint, Michigan

Arriving in Warren, MI

Full guide →

Founded 1830

Warren is the largest suburb in Metro Detroit.

Top landmarks

  • • General Motors Technical Center — General Motors facility in Warren, Michigan.

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 1h 10m. Total distance: 62.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 48.9 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — we found about 3 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Warren, MI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

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 56.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Warren, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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