How far is Drummond, MI from Flint, MI?
The driving distance from Drummond, MI to Flint, MI is about 296.3 miles (476.9 km), with a travel time of about 05h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 207.8 miles (334.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
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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 05h 03m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
Township in Crawford County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Drummond and Flint.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Drummond and Flint.
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Start on South Wasnich Road
47 m · 13 sec · South Wasnich Road
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Turn left onto East Maxton Road
1922 ft · 1 min · East Maxton Road
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Turn left onto South Townline Road
1.5 mi · 4 min · South Townline Road
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Turn right onto East Channel Road
7.9 mi · 14 min · East Channel Road
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Keep slight right to continue on East Channel Road
83 m · 5 sec · East Channel Road
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Continue on DeTour ↔ Drummond Island
1.6 km · 30 min · DeTour ↔ Drummond Island
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Continue on Elizabeth Street
957 ft · 22 sec · Elizabeth Street
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Turn left onto Ontario Street
41 mi · 1 hr 1 min · Ontario Street
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Take the ramp left
1899 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left
108.9 mi · 1 hr 52 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 Drummond 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.
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 longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Drummond 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 Drummond to Flint?
The road trip is about 296.3 miles (476.9 km) and usually takes 05h 03m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Frederic is a useful midpoint, sitting about 148 miles from Drummond and 148.3 miles from Flint.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 207.8 miles (334.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 88.5 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 6:52 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $39.44 one way or $78.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 93 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Drummond and Mostly Sunny near Flint.
Stop Ideas Near Frederic
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 Frederic.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Drummond and Flint. Straight-line distance: 207.81 mi (334.44 km).
#1 Drummond
Township and island in Michigan
| Population | 1,032 |
| Coordinates | 46.0200200, -83.7311100 |
| Altitude | 189 |
| 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: 477 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 41m |
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 | $39.44 | $78.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $44.49 | $88.97 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $48.68 | $97.36 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $55.48 | $110.96 |
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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