How far is Isabella, MI from Flint, MI?
The driving distance from Isabella, MI to Flint, MI is about 335.9 miles (540.5 km), with a travel time of about 05h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 245.8 miles (395.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 10h 00m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
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City in Michigan, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Isabella and Flint.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Isabella and Flint.
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Start on the route
106.4 mi · 2 hr 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 75 South: Mackinac Bridge
1819 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
94.1 mi · 1 hr 37 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
124.2 mi · 2 hr 7 min
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Keep slight right to continue on UAW Freeway
10 mi · 11 min · UAW Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward M 21
1294 ft · 32 sec
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Continue on Chavez Drive
1218 ft · 35 sec · Chavez Drive
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Turn right onto East Court Street
1317 ft · 32 sec · East Court Street
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Turn left
21 m · 7 sec
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Turn right
28 m · 7 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Isabella and Flint.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 75
Keep slight left to continue on I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
124 mi · 02h 07m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Partly Sunny leaving Isabella and Mostly Sunny near Flint.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Isabella to Flint?
The road trip is about 335.9 miles (540.5 km) and usually takes 05h 00m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Gaylord is a useful midpoint, sitting about 167.8 miles from Isabella and 168.1 miles from Flint.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 245.8 miles (395.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 90.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:00 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $44.69 one way or $89.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 105.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Isabella and Mostly Sunny near Flint.
Stop Ideas Near Gaylord
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 Gaylord.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Isabella and Flint. Straight-line distance: 245.82 mi (395.61 km).
#1 Isabella
Township in Delta County, Michigan
| Population | 2,270 |
| Coordinates | 45.8974700, -86.6057000 |
| Altitude | 189 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Flint
The largest city in Genesee County, Michigan.
| Population | 94,968 |
| Coordinates | 43.0125300, -83.6874600 |
| Altitude | 229 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Court Street (-83.687592, 43.012684)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 541 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 23m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 11m |
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 | $44.69 | $89.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $50.40 | $100.80 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $55.15 | $110.30 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $62.85 | $125.70 |
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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