How far is Columbus, MI from Flint, MI?
The driving distance from Columbus, MI to Flint, MI is about 59.6 miles (95.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52.6 miles (84.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 50m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 55m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
Census-designated place in Lapeer County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Columbus and Flint.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Columbus and Flint.
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Start on Rattle Run Road
1.2 km · 2 min · Rattle Run Road
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Turn right onto Wales Center Road
5.9 mi · 14 min · Wales Center Road
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Take the ramp left
2138 ft · 52 sec
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Merge slight left
51.9 mi · 53 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Downtown
1792 ft · 47 sec
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Turn right onto Saginaw Street
1092 ft · 41 sec · Saginaw Street
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Turn right onto East Fifth Street
121 m · 16 sec · East Fifth Street
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Turn left onto Harrison Street
116 m · 21 sec · Harrison Street
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Turn left onto East Court Street
72 m · 9 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 Columbus and Flint.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Wales Center Road
Merge slight left
51.9 mi · 00h 53m
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 Columbus and Sunny near Flint.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Columbus to Flint?
The road trip is about 59.6 miles (95.9 km) and usually takes 00h 55m 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?
Attica is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.8 miles from Columbus and 29.8 miles from Flint.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52.6 miles (84.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 4:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.92 one way or $15.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Columbus and Sunny near Flint.
Stop Ideas Near Attica
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Attica.
Lapeer station
Flint station
Pontiac Transportation Center
Birmingham, Michigan
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Columbus and Flint. Straight-line distance: 52.62 mi (84.68 km).
#1 Columbus
Township in St.
| Population | 4,038 |
| Coordinates | 42.8822500, -82.6624200 |
| Altitude | 205 |
| 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: 96 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 44m |
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 | $7.92 | $15.84 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.93 | $17.86 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $9.77 | $19.55 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $11.14 | $22.28 |
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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