How far is Bellaire, MI from Flint, MI?
The driving distance from Bellaire, MI to Flint, MI is about 183.6 miles (295.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 155.6 miles (250.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 47m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 53m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Ogemaw County, Michigan, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bellaire and Flint.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bellaire and Flint.
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Start on Ann Street
19 m · 8 sec · Ann Street
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Turn left onto West Antrim Street
64 m · 11 sec · West Antrim Street
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Turn right onto North Bridge Street
1712 ft · 34 sec · North Bridge Street
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Turn left onto East Cayuga Street
2804 ft · 47 sec · East Cayuga Street
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Turn straight onto Cayuga/Division Cutoff
95 m · 5 sec · Cayuga/Division Cutoff
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Continue on South Division Street
2502 ft · 42 sec · South Division Street
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Continue on South M-88 Highway
10.2 mi · 14 min · South M-88 Highway
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Continue on West State Street
2652 ft · 1 min · West State Street
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Turn right onto Maple Street
81 m · 13 sec · Maple Street
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Turn right onto South Williams Street
15 m · 2 sec · South Williams Street
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Turn slight left onto Maple Street
2306 ft · 46 sec · Maple Street
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Continue on Darragh Road
10.8 mi · 19 min · Darragh Road
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Continue on Sigma Road Southeast
2 mi · 4 min · Sigma Road Southeast
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Turn left onto M-72 East
17.6 mi · 25 min · M-72 East
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Turn right onto North James Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · North James Street
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Take the exit straight toward I 75 South
4.2 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
124.2 mi · 2 hr 7 min
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Keep slight right to continue on UAW Freeway
10 mi · 11 min · UAW Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward M 21
1294 ft · 32 sec
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Continue on Chavez Drive
1218 ft · 35 sec · Chavez Drive
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Turn right onto East Court Street
1317 ft · 32 sec · East Court Street
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Turn left
21 m · 7 sec
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Turn right
28 m · 7 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bellaire and Flint.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 75
Keep slight left to continue on I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
124 mi · 02h 07m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Sunny leaving Bellaire and Sunny near Flint.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bellaire to Flint?
The road trip is about 183.6 miles (295.4 km) and usually takes 02h 53m 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?
Edwards is a useful midpoint, sitting about 91.7 miles from Bellaire and 91.9 miles from Flint.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 155.6 miles (250.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 28 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 12:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.44 one way or $48.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 57.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Bellaire and Sunny near Flint.
Stop Ideas Near Edwards
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bellaire and Flint. Straight-line distance: 155.62 mi (250.45 km).
#1 Bellaire
County seat of Antrim County, Michigan, United States
| Population | 1,068 |
| Coordinates | 44.9802800, -85.2111700 |
| Altitude | 191 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Flint
The largest city in Genesee County, Michigan.
| Population | 94,968 |
| Coordinates | 43.0125300, -83.6874600 |
| Altitude | 229 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Court Street (-83.687592, 43.012684)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 295 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 35m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 17m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $24.44 | $48.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $27.56 | $55.12 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $30.16 | $60.32 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $34.37 | $68.74 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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