How far is Grand Blanc, MI from Richfield Center, MI?
The driving distance from Grand Blanc, MI to Richfield Center, MI is about 18 miles (29 km), with a travel time of about 00h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 12.7 miles (20.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 54m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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City in Michigan, USA
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Grand Blanc and Richfield Center.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grand Blanc and Richfield Center.
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Start on South Saginaw Street
1751 ft · 50 sec · South Saginaw Street
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Turn right onto South Center Road
5.7 mi · 10 min · South Center Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 69 East
1569 ft · 38 sec
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Merge slight left onto Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
5.5 mi · 6 min · Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward M 15: Davison, Clarkston
2312 ft · 58 sec
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Turn left onto South State Road
5.7 mi · 9 min · South State Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North State Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Grand Blanc and Richfield Center.
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.
South State Road
Turn left onto South State Road
5.74 mi · 00h 09m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Grand Blanc and Showers And Thunderstorms near Richfield Center.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Grand Blanc to Richfield Center?
The road trip is about 18 miles (29 km) and usually takes 00h 27m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Burton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9 miles from Grand Blanc and 9 miles from Richfield Center.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 12.7 miles (20.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.3 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.41 one way or $4.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Grand Blanc and Showers And Thunderstorms near Richfield Center.
Stop Ideas Near Burton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Grand Blanc and Richfield Center. Straight-line distance: 12.74 mi (20.5 km).
#1 Grand Blanc
City in Genesee County, Michigan, United States
| Population | 7,828 |
| Coordinates | 42.9275300, -83.6299500 |
| Altitude | 256 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Richfield Center
Richfield Center is a place in Michigan, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 43.0928000, -83.5182900 |
| Altitude | 239 |
| Country | United States |
End: Richfield Center (-83.51829, 43.0928)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 29 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $2.41 | $4.83 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.72 | $5.44 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.98 | $5.96 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.39 | $6.79 |
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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