This 516.8-mile journey from Green, MI to Flint, MI will take approximately 9 hours and 51 minutes of driving time. It's a long-distance drive best split over two days, especially given the significant highway share of 68%. With an estimated fuel cost of $81, this Midwest to Midwest trip offers a straightforward path through Michigan. Planning for at least two stops is recommended to break up the nearly 10-hour travel period. This route is more about covering ground efficiently than leisurely sightseeing.
Trip Pace
Best split across 2 days
Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
258.4 miles from Green, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 5h 20m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
218.3 mi
3h 44m
M-28
70.9 mi
1h 24m
US 2
65.1 mi
1h 15m
US 41
41 mi
54m
M 28
38.5 mi
44m
M 77
17.3 mi
20m
US 45
13.9 mi
16m
Rockland Road
12.3 mi
16m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 218.3 mi, about 3h 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Green, MI and Flint, MI.
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Start on Townline Road
138 ft·7 sec·Townline Road
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Turn right onto M 64
6.4 mi·9 min·M 64
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Turn right onto US 45
0.3 mi·21 sec·South Steel Street
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Continue on US 45
10 mi·14 min·Rockland Road
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Continue on US 45
1.0 mi·1 min·National Avenue
6
Continue on US 45
1.8 mi·2 min·Rockland Road
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Turn right onto US 45
14 mi·16 min·US 45
8
Turn left onto M 28
38 mi·44 min·M 28
9
Turn right onto US 41; M 28
40 mi·52 min·US 41; M 28
10
Enter roundabout onto US 41; M 28
92 ft·5 sec·US 41; M 28
11
Continue on US 41; M 28
0.9 mi·1 min·US 41; M 28
12
Enter roundabout onto US 41; M 28
94 ft·5 sec·Palms Avenue
13
Continue on US 41; M 28
10 mi·14 min·Palms Avenue
14
Enter roundabout onto US 41; M 28
116 ft·6 sec·US-41/M-28
15
Continue on US 41; M 28
0.5 mi·45 sec·US-41/M-28
16
Enter roundabout onto US 41; M 28
103 ft·6 sec·US-41/M-28
17
Continue on US 41; M 28
1.6 mi·2 min·US-41/M-28
18
Continue on US 41; M 28
1.0 mi·1 min·Marquette Bypass
19
Enter roundabout onto US 41; M 28
109 ft·6 sec·Marquette Bypass
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Continue on US 41; M 28
0.2 mi·14 sec·Marquette Bypass
21
Enter roundabout onto US 41; M 28
107 ft·1 sec·Marquette Bypass
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Continue on US 41; M 28
0.5 mi·52 sec·Marquette Bypass
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Take the exit onto US 41; M 28
410 ft·10 sec·US 41; M 28
24
Merge onto US 41; M 28
2.6 mi·4 min·South Front Street
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Continue on US 41; M 28
1.6 mi·2 min·US-41/M-28
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Turn left onto M 28
36 mi·42 min·M-28
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Continue on M 28
2.2 mi·4 min·West Munising Avenue
28
Continue on M 28
0.2 mi·22 sec·Cedar Street
29
Continue on M 28
35 mi·41 min·M-28
30
Turn sharp right onto M 77
17 mi·20 min·M 77
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At end of road, turn left onto US 2
65 mi·1 hr 15 min·US 2
32
Take the exit
0.3 mi·44 sec
Toward I 75 South: Mackinac Bridge
33
Merge onto I 75
94 mi·1 hr 37 min·I 75
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Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
124 mi·2 hr 7 min·I 75
Toward I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
35
Keep slight right at fork onto I 475
10.0 mi·10 min·UAW Freeway
Exit 125Toward I 475: Downtown Flint
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Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Exit 7Toward M 21
37
Continue on Chavez Drive
0.2 mi·34 sec·Chavez Drive
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Turn right onto M 21
0.2 mi·31 sec·East Court Street
Use the right lane.
39
Turn left
68 ft·6 sec
40
Turn right
93 ft·6 sec
41
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 9-hour 51-minute duration, this is a trip best tackled over two days to avoid excessive fatigue. Consider departing early in the morning on your first day to maximize daylight and reach a comfortable stopping point. The longest stretch without a break is over 200 miles on I-75, so plan your fuel and rest stops accordingly. With two recommended stops, aim to break up the drive roughly into thirds. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially before embarking on the longer highway segments.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 258.4 miles from Green, MI, or about 5h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 218.3 miles.
Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 114 miles or 2h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 258.4 miles or 5h 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Overnight split
Day 1 wrap after about 258.4 miles or 5h 20m
Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 8h 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Flint, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Green, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Green, MI
Aim for roughly 258 miles and 4.9 hours of wheel time on this day.
Day 2
Finish the approach into Flint, MI
Aim for roughly 258 miles and 4.9 hours of wheel time on this day.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 114 miles from Green, MI.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 218.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 24
5 decision points cluster between mile 126.9 and 516.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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126.9 mi into trip|~2h 40m in|US 41; M 28 / Marquette Bypass
Enter roundabout onto US 41; M 28 / Marquette Bypass
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
205.1 mi into trip|~4h 17m in|M 77
Turn sharp right onto M 77
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
6
381.9 mi into trip|~7h 32m in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
6
506.1 mi into trip|~9h 39m in|I 475 / UAW Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 475 / UAW Freeway toward I 475: Downtown Flint
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 125
Toward I 475: Downtown Flint
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516.5 mi into trip|~9h 50m in|M 21 / East Court Street
Turn right onto M 21 / East Court Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$80.80 one way
$161.59 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg181 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$88.71
$177.42
premium
$4.89
$99.45
$198.91
diesel
$5.61
$114.10
$228.21
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$81
Hotel (1n)
$80–$140
Meals
$50–$100
Total
$211–$321
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 180.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $54 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
155
1
$54.26
$24.81
Efficient EV
129.2
1
$45.22
$20.67
EV Truck/SUV
206.7
2
$72.35
$33.08
Gas CO2
181 kg
EV CO2
60 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 16, 2026
Origin
Green, MI
Night
in Green on Saturday
Local time
9:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Flint, MI
Night
in Flint on Saturday
Local time
9:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
W 10 mph84% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 11:27AM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 11:27AM EDT until April 19 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
56°F
Flat Rock, MI
171 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.
For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.
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
32 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
9h 51m on the road
This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
National Lakeshore
Sandstone cliffs, beaches, waterfalls, sand dunes, inland lakes, deep forest, and wild shoreline beckon you to visit Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. The power of Lake Superior shapes the park's coa...
17 mi from route
~43 min detour
$25
near mile 175.6
Park Closure: Munising Falls Trail Closed Until Further Notice
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
The majority of this drive, 68%, is on highways, suggesting a significant portion will involve interstate travel. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 218.3 miles on I-75, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent speed. While primarily highway-based, the route also incorporates M-28 and US 2, which may offer a change of pace from the interstate. Expect a blend of faster highway driving and potentially more local road segments as you navigate between these primary routes.
68% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
41 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 218.3 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
At 9h 51m, this is a long-haul route where pacing matters more than any single turn. You will hit about 24 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 126.9 miles in near US 41; M 28 / Marquette Bypass.
Driving Effort6/10
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 516.8 miles you will encounter 24 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: at 126.9 miles (US 41; M 28 / Marquette Bypass): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 205.1 miles (M 77): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 381.9 miles (I 75): 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.
On the drive from Green, MI to Flint, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Detroit along the way.
Detroit
381.9 mi in|~7h 32m|via I 75
Who Is This Route For?
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
9h 51m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 218.3 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — a 2-day pace is more comfortable than one long haul. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 258 miles on day one.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Flint, MI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 126.9 miles (US 41; M 28 / Marquette Bypass): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 205.1 miles (M 77): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 381.9 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 9.9 hours each way, a round trip means 19.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Flint, MI before the return drive.
