How far is Edwards, MI from Flint, MI?

The driving distance from Edwards, MI to Flint, MI is about 96.8 miles (155.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 27m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 85.5 miles (137.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 55m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
96.82 mi
01h 27m
Flight
85.48 mi
137.57 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
85.48 mi
Kilometers
137.57 km
Flight Time
00h 10m

Driving Distance

Road route
96.82 mi
Kilometers
155.81 km
Drive Time
01h 27m

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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 27m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Flint
Tue, May 12, 10:44 PM EDT
Return by in Edwards
Wed, May 13, 12:12 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Edwards
2026-05-12T21:17
Arrive Flint
Tue, May 12, 10:44 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 27m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:28 AM to 11:28 AM EDT

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

Leave by
3:34 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Edwards
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
Kawkawlin
MI

Township in Bay County, Michigan

From Edwards
48.3 mi
00h 43m
To Flint
48.5 mi
00h 43m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
56°F
Tuesday

Widespread Frost then Rain Showers

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
0 to 10 mph S
Destination
60°F
Tuesday

Widespread Frost then Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Tue, May 12 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 13 mph SSE

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on M-30

    4 m · 3 sec · M-30

  2. 2

    Turn right onto West Greenwood Road

    5.5 mi · 10 min · West Greenwood Road

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Alger Road

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Alger Road

  4. 4

    Continue on Old M-76

    1.6 mi · 3 min · Old M-76

  5. 5

    Turn left onto Maple Ridge Road

    1338 ft · 39 sec · Maple Ridge Road

  6. 6

    Turn right onto Alger Road

    1.4 km · 1 min · Alger Road

  7. 7

    Take the exit left toward I 75 South

    1921 ft · 47 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    76.3 mi · 1 hr 19 min

  9. 9

    Keep slight right to continue on UAW Freeway

    10 mi · 11 min · UAW Freeway

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward M 21

    1294 ft · 32 sec

  11. 11

    Continue on Chavez Drive

    1218 ft · 35 sec · Chavez Drive

  12. 12

    Turn right onto East Court Street

    1317 ft · 32 sec · East Court Street

  13. 13

    Turn left

    21 m · 7 sec

  14. 14

    Turn right

    28 m · 7 sec

  15. 15

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
15 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
15.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 75 South
76.7 mi · 79%
UAW Freeway
9.98 mi · 10%
West Greenwood Road
5.46 mi · 6%
Alger Road
2.02 mi · 2%
Old M-76
1.57 mi · 2%
Maple Ridge Road
0.25 mi
Longest Stretch

I 75 South

Merge slight left

76.3 mi · 01h 19m

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 27m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 56m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+11.3 mi
85.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Kawkawlin
00h 43m from Edwards
Leave By
3:34 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Widespread Frost then Rain Showers leaving Edwards and Widespread Frost then Chance Rain Showers near Flint.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 96.8 miles (155.8 km) and usually takes 01h 27m 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?

Kawkawlin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.3 miles from Edwards and 48.5 miles from Flint.

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

The direct path is about 85.5 miles (137.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.3 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 3:34 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.90 one way or $25.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Widespread Frost then Rain Showers around Edwards and Widespread Frost then Chance Rain Showers near Flint.

Stop Ideas Near Kawkawlin

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 Kawkawlin and the surrounding midpoint area.
Old City Hall
Food stop 3.1 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 3.2 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 Kawkawlin.

BUS

Bay City, MI

7 mi away
1124 Washington Avenue
BUS

Saginaw, MI

24 mi away
511 Johnson Street
RAIL

Flint station

75 mi away
1407 South Dort Highway
BUS

Owosso, MI

75 mi away
109 Comstock Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Edwards and Flint. Straight-line distance: 85.48 mi (137.57 km).

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#1 Edwards

Human settlement in Ogemaw County, Michigan, United States of America

Population1,356
Coordinates44.1764100, -84.2666700
Altitude257
CountryUnited States
Flint

#2 Flint

The largest city in Genesee County, Michigan.

Population94,968
Coordinates43.0125300, -83.6874600
Altitude229
CountryUnited States
Start: West Greenwood Road (-84.26666, 44.176446)
End: East Court Street (-83.687592, 43.012684)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 156 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 13m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 25m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 56m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 36m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 22m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 12m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.42 gal
12.93 L · about $12.90
Round trip
$25.79
6.84 gal · 25.86 L
Estimated CO2
30.4 kg one way
Round trip: 60.8 kg / 134 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $12.90 $25.79
Mid-grade $4.25 $14.55 $29.09
Premium $4.65 $15.92 $31.83
Diesel $5.30 $18.14 $36.28

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 · May 13, 2026

There is no time difference between Edwards and Flint. The current time is 21:17:05.

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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.