Origin
Jonesville, MI
Morning in Jonesville on Sunday
Local time
6:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Jonesville, MI to Flint, 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 10m
Distance
111 mi
179 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 1m
★
6 AM
2h 10m
8 AM
2h 29m
10 AM
2h 17m
12 PM
2h 15m
3 PM
2h 18m
5 PM
2h 28m
8 PM
2h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Jonesville, MI
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Trip Overview
Jonesville, MI to Flint, MI is 111 miles and takes about 2h 10m via I 69 BL, BUS US 127, and Moscow Road, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day trip primarily within Michigan's Midwest region, offering a practical way to travel between these two points. Expect a drive that is largely focused on highway travel, making it efficient for getting from point A to point B without significant detours. It's a good option if you're looking for a quick and uncomplicated journey through the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
55.5 miles from Jonesville, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 7m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 BL | 41.5 mi | 42m |
| BUS US 127 | 32.7 mi | 35m |
| Moscow Road | 11.4 mi | 15m |
| East Chicago Road | 9.3 mi | 12m |
| East Saginaw Street | 5.2 mi | 8m |
| M-60 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Spring Arbor Road | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| I 94 | 2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 69 BL
— 41.5 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Jonesville, MI and Flint, MI.
1
Start on M 99
127 ft
·
7 sec
·
Evans Street
2
Turn left onto US 12
9.3 mi
·
12 min
·
East Chicago Road
3
Turn left onto Moscow Road
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Moscow Road
4
Merge onto M 60
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Spring Arbor Road
5
Turn straight onto M 60
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
M-60
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Toward I 94 East: Detroit
7
Merge onto I 94
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
I 94
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 138
Toward US 127 North, M 50: Lansing, Jackson
9
Keep slight left at fork
441 ft
·
11 sec
Toward US 127 North: Lansing
10
Turn straight onto BUS US 127; M 50
33 mi
·
35 min
·
BUS US 127; M 50
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 127
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
US 127
Exit 8
Toward US 127 North: Clare
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 69 Business, M 43: Saginaw Street, Grand River Avenue
13
Turn straight onto North Homer Street
265 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Homer Street
14
Turn right onto I 69 BL; M 43
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
East Saginaw Street
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 69 BL
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
East Saginaw Street
16
Continue on I 69 BL
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Saginaw Highway
17
Take the ramp onto I 69 BL
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
I 69 BL
18
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69 BL
41 mi
·
42 min
·
I 69 BL
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
Toward Saginaw Street, Downtown
Use the slight right lane.
20
Turn left onto South Grand Traverse Street
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
South Grand Traverse Street
21
Turn right onto M 21
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
West Fifth Street
22
Turn left onto Harrison Street
382 ft
·
20 sec
·
Harrison Street
23
Turn left onto M 21
235 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Court Street
24
Turn left
68 ft
·
6 sec
25
Turn right
93 ft
·
6 sec
26
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of 2 hours and 10 minutes, this trip offers considerable flexibility. You can easily depart any time of day and still arrive with plenty of daylight remaining. With a fuel cost estimated at $17, it's wise to ensure you have a full tank before leaving Jonesville, as there are no designated stops on this route, meaning the longest stretch without services could be 41.5 miles. Consider pacing yourself and taking short breaks as needed, even if not formally planned, to stay alert for the transitions between highway and local roads.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 55.5 miles from Jonesville, MI, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.5 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 24 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.5 miles or 1h 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 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 Jonesville, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Jonesville, MI
This is one driving day of about 111 miles and 2h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Jonesville, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 69 BL for about 41.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
56 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 55.5 miles from Jonesville, 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 195 decision points cluster between mile 25.9 and 110.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
25.9 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 94 East: Detroit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 94 East: Detroit
6
28.4 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward US 127 North, M 50: Lansing, Jackson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 138
Toward US 127 North, M 50: Lansing, Jackson
6
28.6 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 127 North: Lansing
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 127 North: Lansing
6
61.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
|
US 127
Keep slight right at fork onto US 127 toward US 127 North: Clare
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 8
Toward US 127 North: Clare
7
110.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 7m in
Take the exit toward Saginaw Street, Downtown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Saginaw Street, Downtown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.35 one way
$34.71 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $19.05 | $38.11 |
| premium | $4.89 | $21.36 | $42.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.51 | $49.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.3 | 0 | $11.65 | $5.33 |
| Efficient EV | 27.8 | 0 | $9.71 | $4.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.4 | 0 | $15.54 | $7.10 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Destination
Flint, MI
Morning in Flint on Sunday
Local time
6:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 14 mph
81% chance
Live forecast
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
18 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
2h 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?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with about 70% of the journey on higher-speed roads like I 69 BL. You'll experience a longest stretch of uninterrupted driving for 41.5 miles on I 69 BL, allowing for a good rhythm. While the core of the drive is on main arteries, the inclusion of BUS US 127 and Moscow Road suggests some transitions to more localized routes as you approach your destination. The overall feel is one of steady progress, balancing efficient travel with glimpses of the surrounding Michigan landscape.
70% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41.5 mi on I 69 BL.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 BL and BUS US 127. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 25.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 111 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 25.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 28.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 Jonesville, MI and Flint, MI, road signs point toward M 50: Lansing and Jackson.
M 50: Lansing
28.4 mi in
|
~38m
Jackson
28.4 mi in
|
~38m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 10m. Total distance: 111 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (70%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 41.5 miles on I 69 BL. 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 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 25.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 28.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Flint, 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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