How far is Alma, MI from Flint, MI?

The driving distance from Alma, MI to Flint, MI is about 92.8 miles (149.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 22m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 55.1 miles (88.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 45m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
92.83 mi
01h 22m
Flight
55.13 mi
88.72 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
55.13 mi
Kilometers
88.72 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
92.83 mi
Kilometers
149.4 km
Drive Time
01h 22m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 22m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Flint
Thu, Apr 23, 5:01 AM EDT
Return by in Alma
Thu, Apr 23, 6:23 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Alma
2026-04-23T03:38
Arrive Flint
Thu, Apr 23, 5:01 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 22m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:23 AM to 11:23 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:44 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Alma
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Saginaw
MI

The most populous city in Saginaw County, Michigan.

From Alma
37.6 mi
00h 41m
To Flint
55.2 mi
00h 41m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
75°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 12 mph S
Destination
75°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 9 mph S

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Alma and Flint.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Alma and Flint.

  1. 1

    Start on East Superior Street

    1.6 mi · 3 min · East Superior Street

  2. 2

    Continue on West Lincoln Road

    7 mi · 10 min · West Lincoln Road

  3. 3

    Turn left onto North Wisner Road

    2 mi · 3 min · North Wisner Road

  4. 4

    Turn right onto West Saginaw Street

    1.6 km · 2 min · West Saginaw Street

  5. 5

    Continue on East Monroe Road

    5 mi · 7 min · East Monroe Road

  6. 6

    Continue on Gratiot Road

    1.2 mi · 2 min · Gratiot Road

  7. 7

    Continue on West Saginaw Street

    1.3 km · 2 min · West Saginaw Street

  8. 8

    Continue on East Saginaw Street

    2327 ft · 49 sec · East Saginaw Street

  9. 9

    Continue on Gratiot Road

    4.1 mi · 5 min · Gratiot Road

  10. 10

    Continue on North Saginaw Street

    903 ft · 12 sec · North Saginaw Street

  11. 11

    Continue on West Saginaw Street

    2970 ft · 38 sec · West Saginaw Street

  12. 12

    Continue on Gratiot Road

    11.4 mi · 13 min · Gratiot Road

  13. 13

    Continue on Gratiot Avenue

    1.2 mi · 1 min · Gratiot Avenue

  14. 14

    Turn right onto Stephens Street

    2261 ft · 31 sec · Stephens Street

  15. 15

    Continue on Rust Street

    141 m · 6 sec · Rust Street

  16. 16

    Continue on Rust Avenue Bridge

    1.6 mi · 2 min · Rust Avenue Bridge

  17. 17

    Continue on South Warren Avenue

    1599 ft · 24 sec · South Warren Avenue

  18. 18

    Turn right onto East Holland Avenue

    2 mi · 2 min · East Holland Avenue

  19. 19

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Flint

    72 m · 14 sec

  20. 20

    Exit the roundabout onto I 75 South, US 23 South: Flint

    1338 ft · 46 sec

  21. 21

    Merge slight left

    23.2 mi · 25 min

  22. 22

    Keep slight right to continue on UAW Freeway

    10 mi · 11 min · UAW Freeway

  23. 23

    Take the exit slight right toward M 21

    1294 ft · 32 sec

  24. 24

    Continue on Chavez Drive

    1218 ft · 35 sec · Chavez Drive

  25. 25

    Turn right onto East Court Street

    1317 ft · 32 sec · East Court Street

  26. 26

    Turn left

    21 m · 7 sec

  27. 27

    Turn right

    28 m · 7 sec

  28. 28

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Alma and Flint.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
28 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
30.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 75 South
23.5 mi · 25%
Gratiot Road
16.7 mi · 18%
UAW Freeway
9.98 mi · 11%
West Lincoln Road
6.98 mi · 8%
East Monroe Road
5 mi · 5%
West Saginaw Street
2.34 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

I 75 South

Merge slight left

23.2 mi · 00h 25m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 22m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 46m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+37.7 mi
55.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Saginaw
00h 41m from Alma
Leave By
3:44 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Alma and Mostly Sunny near Flint.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Alma to Flint?

The road trip is about 92.8 miles (149.4 km) and usually takes 01h 22m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Saginaw is a useful midpoint, sitting about 37.6 miles from Alma and 55.2 miles from Flint.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 55.1 miles (88.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:44 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.37 one way or $24.74 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Alma and Mostly Sunny near Flint.

Stop Ideas Near Saginaw

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Saginaw and the surrounding midpoint area.
Old City Hall
Food stop 13.4 mi away

Old City Hall

Bay City , MI
814 Saginaw St, Bay City, MI 48708
Rating 4.5/5 660 reviews Fine dining restaurant,Bar,Restaurant
Bay City Hall
Meeting point 13.1 mi away

Bay City Hall

Bay City , MI
301 Washington Ave, Bay City, MI 48708
Rating 3.7/5 14 reviews City government office

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Saginaw.

BUS

Saginaw, MI

2 mi away
511 Johnson Street
BUS

Bay City, MI

21 mi away
1124 Washington Avenue
BUS

Owosso, MI

50 mi away
109 Comstock Street
RAIL

Flint station

51 mi away
1407 South Dort Highway

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Alma and Flint. Straight-line distance: 55.13 mi (88.72 km).

Alma

#1 Alma

City in Michigan, USA

Population8,807
Coordinates43.3789200, -84.6597300
Altitude224
CountryUnited States
Flint

#2 Flint

The largest city in Genesee County, Michigan.

Population94,968
Coordinates43.0125300, -83.6874600
Altitude229
CountryUnited States
Start: East Superior Street (-84.659729, 43.378981)
End: East Court Street (-83.687592, 43.012684)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 149 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 05m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 19m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 51m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 32m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 19m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 09m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.28 gal
12.4 L · about $12.37
Round trip
$24.74
6.56 gal · 24.8 L
Estimated CO2
29.1 kg one way
Round trip: 58.3 kg / 129 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $12.37 $24.74
Mid-grade $4.25 $13.95 $27.90
Premium $4.65 $15.27 $30.53
Diesel $5.30 $17.40 $34.79

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Michigan · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Alma and Flint. The current time is 03:38:40.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.