How far is Flint, MI from Fraser, MI?

The driving distance from Flint, MI to Fraser, MI is about 59.6 miles (95.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 12m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 49.7 miles (80 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 24m 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
59.6 mi
01h 12m
Flight
49.7 mi
79.99 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
49.7 mi
Kilometers
79.99 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
59.6 mi
Kilometers
95.91 km
Drive Time
01h 12m

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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 12m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Fraser
Thu, Apr 23, 2:06 AM EDT
Return by in Flint
Thu, Apr 23, 3:18 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Flint
2026-04-23T00:54
Arrive Fraser
Thu, Apr 23, 2:06 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 12m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:12 AM to 11:12 AM EDT

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

Leave by
4:06 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
Waterford
MI

Charter township in Oakland county, Michigan

From Flint
29.8 mi
00h 36m
To Fraser
29.8 mi
00h 36m

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
75°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 9 mph SE

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    11.1 mi · 12 min

  9. 9

    Turn right onto Van Dyke Avenue

    1.6 km · 2 min · Van Dyke Avenue

  10. 10

    Turn slight left onto Utica Road

    1.7 mi · 3 min · Utica Road

  11. 11

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Utica Road

    44 m · 4 sec · Utica Road

  12. 12

    Exit the roundabout onto Utica Road

    4.9 mi · 9 min · Utica Road

  13. 13

    Turn left onto East 14 Mile Road

    845 ft · 28 sec · East 14 Mile Road

  14. 14

    Turn left onto Garfield Road

    49 m · 7 sec · Garfield Road

  15. 15

    Turn right

    30 m · 9 sec

  16. 16

    Turn right

    15 m · 4 sec

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

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

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
17 steps
10 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
3 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
28.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
UAW Freeway
39.8 mi · 67%
M 59 East
11.3 mi · 19%
Utica Road
6.66 mi · 11%
Van Dyke Avenue
0.99 mi · 2%
East Fifth Street
0.56 mi · 1%
East 14 Mile Road
0.16 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 12m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 24m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+9.9 mi
49.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Waterford
00h 36m from Flint
Leave By
4:06 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Flint and Mostly Sunny near Fraser.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 59.6 miles (95.9 km) and usually takes 01h 12m 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?

Waterford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.8 miles from Flint and 29.8 miles from Fraser.

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

The direct path is about 49.7 miles (80 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.9 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 4:06 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.92 one way or $15.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Stop Ideas Near Waterford

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 Waterford and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 12.3 mi away

Rochester Municipal Complex

Rochester , MI
400 6th St, Rochester, MI 48307
City Hall,Emergency services,School,University
City of Pontiac
Meeting point 7.8 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 Waterford.

RAIL

Pontiac Transportation Center

12 mi away
51000 Woodward Avenue
RAIL

Birmingham, Michigan

24 mi away
449 South Eton St.
RAIL

Troy Transit Center

25 mi away
1201 Doyle Drive
RAIL

Royal Oak station

31 mi away
202 South Sherman Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Flint and Fraser. Straight-line distance: 49.7 mi (79.99 km).

Flint

#1 Flint

The largest city in Genesee County, Michigan.

Population94,968
Coordinates43.0125300, -83.6874600
Altitude229
CountryUnited States
Fraser

#2 Fraser

City in Macomb County, Michigan, USA

Population14,331
Coordinates42.5392000, -82.9493700
Altitude186
CountryUnited States
Start: Flint (-83.68746, 43.01253)
End: Fraser (-82.94937, 42.5392)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 96 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 59m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 29m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 11m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 59m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 51m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 44m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.1 gal
7.96 L · about $7.92
Round trip
$15.84
4.2 gal · 15.92 L
Estimated CO2
18.7 kg one way
Round trip: 37.3 kg / 82 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $7.92 $15.84
Mid-grade $4.25 $8.93 $17.86
Premium $4.65 $9.77 $19.55
Diesel $5.30 $11.14 $22.28

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 · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Flint and Fraser. The current time is 00:54:33.

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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.