Origin
Sidney, MI
Late night in Sidney on Sunday
Local time
3:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sidney, 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 6m
Distance
90.3 mi
145 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 58m
★
6 AM
2h 7m
8 AM
2h 25m
10 AM
2h 13m
12 PM
2h 11m
3 PM
2h 14m
5 PM
2h 24m
8 PM
2h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sidney, MI
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Trip Overview
This 90.3-mile drive from Sidney to Flint, Michigan, is a manageable 2-hour and 6-minute journey, making it an ideal day trip. With a fuel cost estimated at $14, it's an economical way to travel between these two Midwest locations. The route primarily utilizes local roads like Cleveland Road and Brady Road, with only about 16% of the drive on highways. Given its short duration and turn-heavy nature, you won't need to break this trip up overnight. It offers a straightforward travel experience across Michigan.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
45.2 miles from Sidney, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Cleveland Road | 23.7 mi | 32m |
| Brady Road | 11.7 mi | 15m |
| East Carson City Road | 11 mi | 15m |
| UAW Freeway | 10 mi | 10m |
| Peet Road | 9.1 mi | 12m |
| West Vienna Road | 5.7 mi | 8m |
| I 75 | 4.5 mi | 4m |
| West County Farm Road | 2.6 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Cleveland Road
— 23.7 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sidney, MI and Flint, MI.
1
Start on CR 510
38 ft
·
6 sec
·
West Sidney Road
2
Turn left onto CR 585
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Derby Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto CR 506
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
West County Farm Road
4
Continue on CR 506
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Street
5
At end of road, turn right onto M 66
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
6
Continue on M 66
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Sheridan Road
7
Turn left onto M 57
11 mi
·
15 min
·
East Carson City Road
8
Continue on M 57
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
9
Continue on M 57
24 mi
·
32 min
·
Cleveland Road
10
Continue on M 57
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Brady Road
11
Continue on M 57
0.4 mi
·
40 sec
·
Brady Street
12
Turn straight onto M 57
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
West Broad Street
13
Turn right onto M 57
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
14
Turn straight onto M 57
9.1 mi
·
12 min
·
Peet Road
15
Continue on M 57
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Vienna Road
16
Continue on M 57
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West State Street
17
Continue on M 57
5.7 mi
·
8 min
·
West Vienna Road
18
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Flint
19
Merge onto I 75; US 23
4.5 mi
·
4 min
·
I 75; US 23
20
Keep slight right at fork onto I 475
10.0 mi
·
10 min
·
UAW Freeway
Exit 125
Toward I 475: Downtown Flint
21
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 7
Toward M 21
22
Continue on Chavez Drive
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Chavez Drive
23
Turn right onto M 21
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
East Court Street
Use the right lane.
24
Turn left
68 ft
·
6 sec
25
Turn right
93 ft
·
6 sec
26
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
This 2-hour and 6-minute drive is short enough to offer significant flexibility in your departure time. Since there are no designated stops in the data, consider planning your own break around the 23.7-mile longest stretch on Cleveland Road. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as the estimated cost is only $14, suggesting minimal fueling opportunities en route. Leaving Sidney in the morning will likely mean less traffic as you approach Flint.
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 45.2 miles from Sidney, MI, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 23.7 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 20 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 45.2 miles or 1h 5m 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 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Flint, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Sidney, 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 Sidney, MI
This is one driving day of about 90.3 miles and 2h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Sidney, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Cleveland Road for about 23.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 45.2 miles from Sidney, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 5.6 and 90.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
5.6 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
M 66 / South Main Street
At end of road, turn right onto M 66 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
74.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 48m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Flint
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Flint
6
79.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 54m 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
5
89.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 4m in
Take the exit toward M 21
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 7
Toward M 21
6
90.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 5m 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
$14.12 one way
$28.23 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
32 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $15.50 | $31.00 |
| premium | $4.89 | $17.38 | $34.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.94 | $39.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 27.1 | 0 | $9.48 | $4.33 |
| Efficient EV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.90 | $3.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 36.1 | 0 | $12.64 | $5.78 |
Gas CO2
32 kg
EV CO2
11 kg (66% 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
Late night in Flint on Sunday
Local time
3:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
W 10 mph
84% chance
Live forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 11:16AM EDT until April 19 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 16 at 11:12AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
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
26 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 6m 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 turn-heavy local drive for most of this 90.3-mile route. With only 16% of the journey on highways, you'll be navigating predominantly local roads, including Cleveland Road and Brady Road. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 23.7 miles on Cleveland Road, so be prepared for frequent adjustments. This isn't a high-speed interstate cruise; rather, it's a more engaged driving experience that reflects the character of rural and suburban Michigan.
Only 16% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 23.7 mi on Cleveland Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 5.6 miles in near M 66 / South Main Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 6m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.6 miles (M 66 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 74.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 79.6 miles (I 475 / UAW Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 6m. Total distance: 90.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (16%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 23.7 miles on Cleveland Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.6 miles (M 66 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 74.6 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 79.6 miles (I 475 / UAW Freeway): 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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