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Trip from Wyandotte, MI to Flint, MI

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 35m

Distance

80.2 mi

129 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min
4 AM
1h 29m ★
6 AM
1h 36m
8 AM
1h 50m
10 AM
1h 41m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 42m
5 PM
1h 50m
8 PM
1h 31m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Wyandotte, MI

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Trip Overview

This straightforward 80.2-mile drive from Wyandotte, MI to Flint, MI is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 35 minutes. Primarily utilizing major freeways like the North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway, UAW Freeway, and Fisher Freeway, this route is heavily highway-focused. With 91% of the drive on highways, expect a direct and efficient journey through the Midwest. The estimated fuel cost is around $13, making it a budget-friendly option. Given its relatively short duration and highway-centric nature, this route is ideal for a quick transit between these two Michigan cities without the need for an overnight stop.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

40.1 miles from Wyandotte, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway 57.6 mi 1h 1m
UAW Freeway 6.5 mi 6m
Fisher Freeway 5.7 mi 6m
Edsel Ford Freeway 2 mi 2m
West Outer Drive 1.9 mi 4m
Jeffries Freeway 1.5 mi 2m
Biddle Avenue 1.4 mi 3m
West Jefferson Avenue 0.9 mi 2m
Longest stretch: North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway — 57.6 mi, about 1h 1m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Wyandotte, MI and Flint, MI.

1

Start on Biddle Avenue

1.4 mi · 3 min · Biddle Avenue
2

Continue on West Jefferson Avenue

0.9 mi · 2 min · West Jefferson Avenue
3

Turn left onto West Outer Drive

1.9 mi · 4 min · West Outer Drive
Use the left lane.
4

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 32 sec
Toward I 75 North: Detroit
5

Merge onto I 75

4.0 mi · 4 min · Fisher Freeway
6

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

1.7 mi · 2 min · Fisher Freeway
7

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 47 sec
Exit 48 Toward I 96 West: Lansing, Michigan Avenue Use the slight left lane.
8

Continue on I 96

1.5 mi · 2 min · Jeffries Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Exit 190A Toward I 94 West, I 94 East: Chicago, Port Huron Use the slight right lane.
10

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 30 sec
Toward I 94 East: Port Huron Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Merge onto I 94

2.0 mi · 2 min · Edsel Ford Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Take the exit

302 ft · 5 sec
Exit 216A Toward I 75: Flint, Toledo Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward I 75 North: Flint Use the slight left lane.
14

Merge onto I 75

58 mi · 1 hr 1 min · North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Keep slight right at fork onto I 475

6.5 mi · 6 min · UAW Freeway
Exit 111 Toward I 475: Downtown Flint Use the slight right lane.
16

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 52 sec
Toward M 21: Downtown
17

Continue on M 21

386 ft · 17 sec · Chavez Drive
18

Turn left onto M 21

0.3 mi · 39 sec · East Court Street
Use the left lane.
19

Turn left

68 ft · 6 sec
20

Turn right

93 ft · 6 sec
21

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the short 1 hour and 35-minute duration of this 80.2-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility with departure times. Leaving early in the morning can help you avoid potential rush hour traffic on the urban freeways. With no designated stops, you can easily plan for fuel and rest as needed, keeping in mind the $13 fuel cost. The longest stretch without a significant change is over 57 miles, so ensure you have adequate fuel before embarking on that segment. This direct, highway-centric route from Wyandotte to Flint is designed for efficiency, so focus on a smooth and timely arrival.

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 40.1 miles from Wyandotte, MI, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 57.6 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 18 miles or 27m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 40.1 miles or 51m 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 21m

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 Wyandotte, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Wyandotte, MI

This is one driving day of about 80.2 miles and 1h 35m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Wyandotte, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway for about 57.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Oakland County, Michigan, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Royal Oak, MI

40 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

Detroit, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Pontiac, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 40.1 miles from Wyandotte, 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.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · around the midpoint

Cafe Immortelle

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Troy, Michigan

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset · 41min in / 55min to go 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+12482509858

Visit website

Cafe Sous Terre

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Detroit, Michigan

1.7 mi

Detroit Princess Riverboat

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Detroit, Michigan

2.3 mi

Best coffee break · first break window

Alba

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Detroit, Michigan

Near the start, right off the route

First break · 14min in 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+13134624797

Visit website

Haraz Coffee House

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Detroit, Michigan

1.1 mi

Dessert Oasis Coffee Roasters Detroit

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Detroit, Michigan

2 mi

Cafe Immortelle

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Troy, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–3 pm

+12482509858

Visit website

Cafe Sous Terre

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Detroit, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–11 pm

+13132282880

Visit website

Detroit Princess Riverboat

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Detroit, Michigan

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+18773382628

Visit website

Alba

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

First break 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Detroit, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+13134624797

Visit website

Haraz Coffee House

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Detroit, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+13138161440

Visit website

Dessert Oasis Coffee Roasters Detroit

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Detroit, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+13133383515

Visit website

Madcap Coffee Company

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Detroit, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+18888669091

Visit website

Anna’s Café

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

Detroit, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+13133649143

Visit website

Roasting Plant Coffee

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

First break 2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

Detroit, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–5:30 pm

+13137824291

Visit website

Dessert Oasis Coffee Roasters Royal Oak

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10

Royal Oak, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+12483077161

Visit website

Qamaria Yemeni Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10

Grand Blanc, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+18104984909

Visit website

Sloan Museum of Discovery

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Flint, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+18102373450

Visit website

The Fifth Wall Escape Rooms

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Ferndale, Michigan

Hours: 3–10 pm

+12482914305

Visit website

Flint Children's Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour

Flint, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+18107675437

Visit website

Painting with a Twist

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Ferndale, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+12488507182

Visit website

Detroit Rolling Pub

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Detroit, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–10:30 pm

+13137105156

Visit website

Hamtramck Disneyland

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

Early stretch 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour

Hamtramck, Michigan

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13133465465

Visit website

Beacon Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Detroit, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+13135668250

Visit website

Breakout Escape Rooms Royal Oak

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Royal Oak, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–11:30 pm

+15863596944

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 10.2 and 72.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
10.2 mi into trip | ~17m in

Take the exit toward I 96 West: Lansing, Michigan Avenue

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Exit 48 Toward I 96 West: Lansing, Michigan Avenue
8
12.3 mi into trip | ~19m in

Take the exit toward I 94 West, I 94 East: Chicago, Port Huron

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 190A Toward I 94 West, I 94 East: Chicago, Port Huro...
8
12.5 mi into trip | ~20m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 94 East: Port Huron

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 94 East: Port Huron
8
14.8 mi into trip | ~23m in

Take the exit toward I 75: Flint, Toledo

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 216A Toward I 75: Flint, Toledo
8
72.9 mi into trip | ~1h 26m 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. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 111 Toward I 475: Downtown Flint

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.54 one way

$25.08 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 28 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $13.77 $27.53
premium $4.89 $15.43 $30.87
diesel $5.61 $17.71 $35.41

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$13

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$38–$63

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 28.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 24.1 0 $8.42 $3.85
Efficient EV 20.1 0 $7.02 $3.21
EV Truck/SUV 32.1 0 $11.23 $5.13

Gas CO2

28 kg

EV CO2

9 kg (68% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Wyandotte, MI

Late night in Wyandotte on Tuesday

Local time

4:49 AM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Flint, MI

Late night in Flint on Tuesday

Local time

4:49 AM

EDT

Current temp

63°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

15 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

1h 35m 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 most of this 80.2-mile journey, with 91% of the route on freeways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 57.6 miles on the North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway. This means you'll be moving at a consistent speed for a significant portion of the drive. While the profile is largely 'highway-focused,' the transition between the North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway, UAW Freeway, and Fisher Freeway will offer minor shifts in the road's immediate surroundings, but the overall character remains one of efficient transit.

91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 57.6 mi on North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway and UAW Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.2 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 80.2 miles you will encounter 16 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 10.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Wyandotte, MI and Flint, MI, road signs point toward Port Huron and Toledo.

Port Huron

12.3 mi in | ~19m

Toledo

14.8 mi in | ~23m

About the Cities

Arriving 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 1h 35m. Total distance: 80.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 57.6 miles on North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway. 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.

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: at 10.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

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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