Origin
Flint, MI
Morning in Flint on Tuesday
Local time
8:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Flint, MI to Wixom, 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
58m
Distance
49 mi
79 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wixom, MI
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 49-mile drive from Flint to Wixom, Michigan, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 58 minutes. Primarily utilizing US 23 and I-96, with a short section on Pontiac Trail, this route is heavily highway-focused, with 84% of it on faster roads. With an estimated fuel cost of around $8, this trip is quite budget-friendly for a quick journey within the Midwest region. Given its short distance and efficient path, no overnight stops are necessary, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 23 | 30.9 mi | 33m |
| I 96 | 6.2 mi | 6m |
| Pontiac Trail | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| I 75 | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Chevrolet-Buick Freeway | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Milford Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Grand Traverse Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Court Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 23
— 30.9 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flint, MI and Wixom, 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
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 133
Toward I 75, US 23: Detroit, Saginaw
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Detroit
8
Merge onto I 75; US 23
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
I 75; US 23
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 23
31 mi
·
33 min
·
US 23
Toward US 23: Ann Arbor
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
12
Merge onto I 96
6.2 mi
·
6 min
·
I 96
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 155
Toward New Hudson, Milford
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn left onto Milford Road
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Milford Road
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto Pontiac Trail
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Pontiac Trail
Use the right lane.
16
Turn left onto North Wixom Road
156 ft
·
5 sec
·
North Wixom Road
17
Arrive at destination
North Wixom Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.5 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 44.7 — 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.
6
2.9 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the exit toward I 75, US 23: Detroit, Saginaw
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 133
Toward I 75, US 23: Detroit, Saginaw
6
3.2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Detroit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Detroit
8
44 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward New Hudson, Milford
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 155
Toward New Hudson, Milford
6
44.7 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
Pontiac Trail
Turn right onto Pontiac Trail
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.66 one way
$15.32 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.41 | $16.82 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.43 | $18.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.82 | $21.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.15 | $2.35 |
| Efficient EV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.29 | $1.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.86 | $3.14 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Wixom, MI
Morning in Wixom on Tuesday
Local time
8:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
61°F
Hartland, MI
25 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
2 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
58m 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 highway-focused experience for the majority of this 49-mile trip. With 84% of the drive on highways, you'll encounter a consistent pace for most of the 58-minute journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 30.9 miles on US 23, offering a good period of steady driving. While predominantly highway, the inclusion of Pontiac Trail introduces a slight variation before merging back onto faster routes. Overall, it's a practical and efficient drive designed for getting you to your destination smoothly.
84% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 30.9 mi on US 23.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 23 and I 96. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near M 21 / East Court Street.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 49 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 58m.
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 2.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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.
Between Flint, MI and Wixom, MI, road signs point toward Saginaw, New Hudson and Milford.
Saginaw
2.9 mi in
|
~4m
New Hudson
44 mi in
|
~49m
Milford
44 mi in
|
~49m
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 58m. Total distance: 49 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (84%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 30.9 miles on US 23. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Wixom, 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 (M 21 / East Court Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Wixom, 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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