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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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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.
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.
Township in Bay County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Widespread Frost then Rain Showers
Widespread Frost then Chance Rain Showers
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.
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Start on M-30
4 m · 3 sec · M-30
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Turn right onto West Greenwood Road
5.5 mi · 10 min · West Greenwood Road
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Turn right onto Alger Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Alger Road
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Continue on Old M-76
1.6 mi · 3 min · Old M-76
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Turn left onto Maple Ridge Road
1338 ft · 39 sec · Maple Ridge Road
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Turn right onto Alger Road
1.4 km · 1 min · Alger Road
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Take the exit left toward I 75 South
1921 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
76.3 mi · 1 hr 19 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 Edwards 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 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.
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.
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.
Old City Hall
Bay City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Kawkawlin.
Bay City, MI
Saginaw, MI
Flint station
Owosso, MI
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Edwards and Flint. Straight-line distance: 85.48 mi (137.57 km).
#1 Edwards
Human settlement in Ogemaw County, Michigan, United States of America
| Population | 1,356 |
| Coordinates | 44.1764100, -84.2666700 |
| Altitude | 257 |
| 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: 156 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 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.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| 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.
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