Origin
Leonidas, MI
Night in Leonidas on Saturday
Local time
10:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Leonidas, 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 29m
Distance
129.9 mi
209 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 19m
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6 AM
2h 29m
8 AM
2h 49m
10 AM
2h 36m
12 PM
2h 34m
3 PM
2h 37m
5 PM
2h 48m
8 PM
2h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Leonidas, MI
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 130-mile drive from Leonidas to Flint, Michigan, can easily be completed in under 2.5 hours, making it a perfect day trip. The route primarily utilizes major highways, with an 85% highway share, so you’ll spend most of your time on I-69 and I-94. With an estimated fuel cost of around $20, this is an economical journey. The drive is a focused highway experience, ideal for getting from point A to point B efficiently within the Midwest region. You won’t need an overnight stop for this distance; it’s designed for a single, manageable travel day.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
65 miles from Leonidas, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 69 | 96.4 mi | 1h 40m |
| M-66 | 9.8 mi | 14m |
| I 94 | 9.2 mi | 9m |
| State Highway 60 | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Mendon Road | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| M 66 South | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| South Capital Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Athens Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 69
— 96.4 mi, about 1h 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leonidas, MI and Flint, MI.
1
Start on M 60
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
State Highway 60
2
Continue on M 60
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Mendon Road
3
Turn left onto M 66
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Athens Road
4
Continue on M 66
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
State Highway 66
5
Continue on M 66
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Capital Avenue
6
Continue on M 66
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
3 Mile Road
7
Turn straight onto M 66
7.5 mi
·
11 min
·
M-66
8
Continue on M 66
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
M 66 South
9
Continue on M 66
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
M-66
10
Continue on M 66
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
Sojourner Truth Downtown Parkway
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 94 East: Detroit
12
Merge onto I 94
9.2 mi
·
9 min
·
I 94
13
Take the exit onto I 94 BL
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
I 94 BL
Toward I 69: Fort Wayne, Lansing
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward I 69 North: Lansing
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 69 North
17
Merge onto I 69
40 mi
·
42 min
·
I 69
18
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69
57 mi
·
58 min
·
I 69
Exit 91
Toward I 69 East: Flint
Use the slight right lane.
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 2.5-hour duration, this trip is best tackled in one day, offering flexibility in your departure time. Leaving Leonidas in the morning allows you to arrive in Flint with plenty of daylight. With no designated stops in the data, plan for a fuel and rest break before you depart or upon arrival. The longest stretch on I-69 is nearly 100 miles, so ensure your fuel tank is adequately filled before that segment to avoid any unnecessary detours. This direct route means you can easily adjust your schedule as needed.
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 65 miles from Leonidas, MI, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 96.4 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 29 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 65 miles or 1h 20m 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 3m
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 Leonidas, 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 Leonidas, MI
This is one driving day of about 129.9 miles and 2h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Leonidas, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 69 for about 96.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
65 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 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 65 miles from Leonidas, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 69 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 96.4 miles.
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 165 decision points cluster between mile 31.1 and 128.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
31.1 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
I 94 BL
Take the exit onto I 94 BL toward I 69: Fort Wayne, Lansing
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 69: Fort Wayne, Lansing
5
31.6 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 69 North: Lansing
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 69 North: Lansing
5
32 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 69 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 69 North
8
72.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
|
I 69
Keep slight right at fork onto I 69 toward I 69 East: Flint
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 91
Toward I 69 East: Flint
7
128.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 26m 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
$20.31 one way
$40.62 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
45 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $22.30 | $44.60 |
| premium | $4.89 | $25.00 | $50.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $28.68 | $57.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 45.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39 | 0 | $13.64 | $6.24 |
| Efficient EV | 32.5 | 0 | $11.37 | $5.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 52 | 0 | $18.19 | $8.31 |
Gas CO2
45 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Night in Flint on Saturday
Local time
10:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
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
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 29m 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 predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 85% of your journey on major interstates like I-69 and I-94. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a significant 96.4 miles on I-69, meaning you’ll have extended periods of consistent speed. While M-66 offers a brief change of pace, the overall character is that of a direct, efficient drive. This route prioritizes covering ground quickly over varied scenery. You'll be navigating a familiar interstate environment for the bulk of the trip.
85% 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: 96.4 mi on I 69.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 69 and M-66. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 31.1 miles in near I 94 BL.
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 16 significant decision points across 129.9 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 31.1 miles (I 94 BL): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 32 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
946 ft
828 ft
Total Climb
78 ft
Total Descent
152 ft
Highest Point
946 ft
~18.6 mi in
Elevation Range
118 ft
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.
On the drive from Leonidas, MI to Flint, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Lansing along the way.
Lansing
31.1 mi in
|
~42m
|
via I 94 BL
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 29m. Total distance: 129.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 96.4 miles on I 69. 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 31.1 miles (I 94 BL): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 31.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 32 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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