How far is Lawrence, MI from Flint, MI?
The driving distance from Lawrence, MI to Flint, MI is about 156.6 miles (252.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 132.1 miles (212.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 48m 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.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 24m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
County seat of Eaton County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Showers And Thunderstorms
Light Rain Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lawrence and Flint.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lawrence and Flint.
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Start on West Saint Joseph Street
3037 ft · 1 min · West Saint Joseph Street
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Keep slight right to continue on Red Arrow Highway
4 mi · 6 min · Red Arrow Highway
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Turn right onto County Road 671
1.1 km · 58 sec · County Road 671
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Turn straight onto 43rd Street
88 m · 5 sec · 43rd Street
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Continue on M-51
117 m · 6 sec · M-51
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 94 East: Detroit
1298 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
51.2 mi · 55 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 69: Fort Wayne, Lansing
871 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight left
2100 ft · 51 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 69 North: Lansing
2027 ft · 50 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 69 North
2752 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
39.8 mi · 43 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 69 East: Flint
56.6 mi · 58 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Saginaw Street, Downtown
1166 ft · 36 sec
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Turn left onto South Grand Traverse Street
1533 ft · 37 sec · South Grand Traverse Street
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Turn right onto West Fifth Street
1635 ft · 48 sec · West Fifth Street
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Turn left onto Harrison Street
116 m · 21 sec · Harrison Street
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Turn left onto East Court Street
72 m · 9 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 Lawrence and Flint.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 69 East
Keep slight right to continue on I 69 East: Flint
56.6 mi · 00h 58m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Lawrence and Light Rain Likely near Flint.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lawrence to Flint?
The road trip is about 156.6 miles (252.1 km) and usually takes 02h 24m 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?
Charlotte is a useful midpoint, sitting about 77.7 miles from Lawrence and 78.9 miles from Flint.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 132.1 miles (212.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.5 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 1:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.40 one way or $50.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Lawrence and Light Rain Likely near Flint.
Stop Ideas Near Charlotte
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 Charlotte.
East Lansing station
Albion station
Battle Creek Transportation Center
Jackson station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lawrence and Flint. Straight-line distance: 132.1 mi (212.59 km).
#1 Lawrence
Village in Michigan, United States
| Population | 970 |
| Coordinates | 42.2192100, -86.0514100 |
| Altitude | 209 |
| 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: 252 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 57m |
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 | $4.59 | $25.40 | $50.81 |
| Mid-grade | $5.25 | $29.01 | $58.02 |
| Premium | $5.85 | $32.32 | $64.65 |
| Diesel | $6.48 | $35.83 | $71.67 |
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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