How far is Flint, IL from University, IL?
The driving distance from Flint, IL to University, IL is about 12.5 miles (20.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 8.8 miles (14.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 34m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 47m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village in Hamilton and Franklin counties in the U.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Flint and University.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flint and University.
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Start on 1050N County Road
14 m · 4 sec · 1050N County Road
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Turn right onto 450E
1.5 km · 4 min · 450E
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Turn left onto County Road 1000 North
1.3 km · 3 min · County Road 1000 North
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Turn right onto County Road 550 East
1.2 km · 3 min · County Road 550 East
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Continue on County Road 925 North
1472 ft · 1 min · County Road 925 North
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Continue on County Road 525 East
1127 ft · 49 sec · County Road 525 East
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Continue on County Road 540 East
1.6 mi · 6 min · County Road 540 East
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Turn right onto County Road 750 North
1631 ft · 1 min · County Road 750 North
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Turn slight left onto County Road 525 East
2648 ft · 2 min · County Road 525 East
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Continue on County Road 675 North
2095 ft · 2 min · County Road 675 North
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Continue on County Road 510 East
2097 ft · 2 min · County Road 510 East
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Continue on County Road 615 North
1992 ft · 2 min · County Road 615 North
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Turn left onto County Road 490 East
2601 ft · 2 min · County Road 490 East
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Continue on County Road 575 North
1.4 km · 3 min · County Road 575 North
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Turn right onto 600E
2.9 mi · 11 min · 600E
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Continue on County Road 600 East
1.4 km · 4 min · County Road 600 East
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Turn right onto County Road 200 North
1.2 km · 2 min · County Road 200 North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 200 North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Flint and University.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
600E
Turn right onto 600E
2.89 mi · 00h 11m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Flint and Partly Sunny near University.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Flint to University?
The road trip is about 12.5 miles (20.1 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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?
Macedonia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.2 miles from Flint and 6.2 miles from University.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 8.8 miles (14.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.7 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 CST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:56 PM CST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.04 one way or $4.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 3.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Flint and Partly Sunny near University.
Stop Ideas Near Macedonia
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 Macedonia.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Flint and University. Straight-line distance: 8.82 mi (14.2 km).
#1 Flint
Township in Pike County, Illinois
| Population | 76 |
| Coordinates | 38.0633800, -88.6272800 |
| Altitude | 155 |
| Country | United States |
#2 University
University is a place in Illinois, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 37.9364400, -88.6095000 |
| Altitude | 131 |
| Country | United States |
End: University (-88.6095, 37.93644)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 20 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 09m |
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 | $4.64 | $2.04 | $4.09 |
| Mid-grade | $5.28 | $2.32 | $4.64 |
| Premium | $5.83 | $2.56 | $5.13 |
| Diesel | $6.61 | $2.91 | $5.82 |
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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