How far is Flint, MI from Chesterfield, MI?

The driving distance from Flint, MI to Chesterfield, MI is about 63.2 miles (101.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 16m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 49.2 miles (79.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 32m 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
63.2 mi
01h 16m
Flight
49.16 mi
79.12 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
49.16 mi
Kilometers
79.12 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
63.2 mi
Kilometers
101.71 km
Drive Time
01h 16m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 16m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Chesterfield
Thu, Apr 23, 4:25 AM EDT
Return by in Flint
Thu, Apr 23, 5:42 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Flint
2026-04-23T03:09
Arrive Chesterfield
Thu, Apr 23, 4:25 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 16m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:16 AM to 11:16 AM EDT

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

Leave by
3:58 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Flint
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
Lake Angelus
MI

City in Oakland County, Michigan

From Flint
31.6 mi
00h 38m
To Chesterfield
31.6 mi
00h 38m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
75°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 9 mph S
Destination
72°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 9 mph SSE

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    28 m · 10 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right

    102 m · 30 sec

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn left onto East Fifth Street

    1262 ft · 30 sec · East Fifth Street

  4. 4

    Take the ramp right

    1704 ft · 42 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left onto UAW Freeway

    6.7 mi · 7 min · UAW Freeway

  6. 6

    Merge slight right

    33.1 mi · 35 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward M 59 East: Utica

    1392 ft · 47 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    19.8 mi · 27 min

  9. 9

    Continue on William P Rosso Highway

    623 ft · 11 sec · William P Rosso Highway

  10. 10

    Take the exit left

    64 m · 9 sec

  11. 11

    Merge slight right onto William P Rosso Highway

    609 ft · 14 sec · William P Rosso Highway

  12. 12

    Turn right onto North Gratiot Avenue

    2.4 mi · 4 min · North Gratiot Avenue

  13. 13

    Turn right onto Kuchenmeister Street

    23 m · 3 sec · Kuchenmeister Street

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Kuchenmeister Street

Car Route Details

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

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
14 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
4 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
22.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
UAW Freeway
39.8 mi · 63%
M 59 East
20.1 mi · 32%
North Gratiot Avenue
2.43 mi · 4%
East Fifth Street
0.56 mi · 1%
William P Rosso Highway
0.27 mi
Kuchenmeister Street
0.01 mi
Longest Stretch

UAW Freeway

Merge slight right

33.1 mi · 00h 35m

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 16m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 32m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+14 mi
49.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Lake Angelus
00h 38m from Flint
Leave By
3:58 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Flint and Mostly Sunny near Chesterfield.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 63.2 miles (101.7 km) and usually takes 01h 16m 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?

Lake Angelus is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.6 miles from Flint and 31.6 miles from Chesterfield.

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

The direct path is about 49.2 miles (79.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 14 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 3:58 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.41 one way or $16.82 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Flint and Mostly Sunny near Chesterfield.

Stop Ideas Near Lake Angelus

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 Lake Angelus and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 10.6 mi away

Rochester Municipal Complex

Rochester , MI
400 6th St, Rochester, MI 48307
City Hall,Emergency services,School,University
City of Pontiac
Meeting point 6.1 mi away

City of Pontiac

Pontiac , MI
47450 Woodward Ave, Pontiac, MI 48342
Rating 3.3/5 32 reviews City government office,City administration,City clerk's office,Department of finance,Public works department

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lake Angelus.

RAIL

Pontiac Transportation Center

7 mi away
51000 Woodward Avenue
RAIL

Birmingham, Michigan

20 mi away
449 South Eton St.
RAIL

Troy Transit Center

20 mi away
1201 Doyle Drive
RAIL

Royal Oak station

27 mi away
202 South Sherman Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Flint and Chesterfield. Straight-line distance: 49.16 mi (79.12 km).

Flint

#1 Flint

The largest city in Genesee County, Michigan.

Population94,968
Coordinates43.0125300, -83.6874600
Altitude229
CountryUnited States
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#2 Chesterfield

Township in Macomb County, Michigan

Population46,659
Coordinates42.6628100, -82.8424200
Altitude185
CountryUnited States
Start: Flint (-83.68746, 43.01253)
End: Chesterfield (-82.84242, 42.66281)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 102 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 06m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 34m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 15m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 03m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 54m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 47m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.23 gal
8.44 L · about $8.41
Round trip
$16.82
4.46 gal · 16.88 L
Estimated CO2
19.8 kg one way
Round trip: 39.6 kg / 87 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $8.41 $16.82
Mid-grade $4.25 $9.48 $18.97
Premium $4.65 $10.38 $20.76
Diesel $5.30 $11.83 $23.66

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 · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Flint and Chesterfield. The current time is 03:09:34.

Distance to Other Cities

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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.