How far is Flint, MI from Capac, MI?
The driving distance from Flint, MI to Capac, MI is about 42.1 miles (67.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 38.3 miles (61.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 33m 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 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Lapeer County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Flint and Capac.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flint and Capac.
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Start on the route
28 m · 11 sec
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Turn uturn onto East Court Street
77 m · 21 sec · East Court Street
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Turn left onto Saginaw Street
1940 ft · 1 min · Saginaw Street
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Take the ramp left
1617 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left onto Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
39 mi · 40 min · Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Capac Road
2445 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto Capac Road
1.4 mi · 3 min · Capac Road
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Continue on South Main Street
2664 ft · 55 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto East Mill Street
36 m · 5 sec · East Mill Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Mill Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Flint and Capac.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
Merge slight left onto Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
39 mi · 00h 40m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Flint and Mostly Sunny near Capac.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Flint to Capac?
The road trip is about 42.1 miles (67.8 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Lapeer is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21 miles from Flint and 21.1 miles from Capac.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 38.3 miles (61.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.8 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 4:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.62 one way or $11.24 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Flint and Mostly Sunny near Capac.
Stop Ideas Near Lapeer
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 Lapeer.
Lapeer station
Flint station
Pontiac Transportation Center
Durand Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Flint and Capac. Straight-line distance: 38.37 mi (61.75 km).
#1 Flint
The largest city in Genesee County, Michigan.
| Population | 94,968 |
| Coordinates | 43.0125300, -83.6874600 |
| Altitude | 229 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Capac
City in St.
| Population | 1,846 |
| Coordinates | 43.0125300, -82.9279900 |
| Altitude | 249 |
| Country | United States |
End: Capac (-82.92799, 43.01253)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 68 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
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 | $5.62 | $11.24 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.34 | $12.67 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.93 | $13.87 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.90 | $15.81 |
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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