How far is Pierson, MI from Flint, MI?
The driving distance from Pierson, MI to Flint, MI is about 140.7 miles (226.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 93.6 miles (150.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 10m 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
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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 02h 05m.
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.
City in Michigan, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Rain Showers
Light Rain Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pierson and Flint.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pierson and Flint.
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Start on 3rd Street
45 m · 14 sec · 3rd Street
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Turn left onto Grand Street
106 m · 20 sec · Grand Street
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Turn right onto 4th Street
1396 ft · 26 sec · 4th Street
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Continue on North Federal Road
1.7 mi · 2 min · North Federal Road
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Continue on North 3rd Street Northeast
927 ft · 20 sec · North 3rd Street Northeast
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Turn right onto East Lake Street
724 ft · 20 sec · East Lake Street
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Continue on West Lake Street Northeast
1.2 km · 2 min · West Lake Street Northeast
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Continue on 22 Mile Road Northeast
1.2 km · 2 min · 22 Mile Road Northeast
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Take the ramp left toward US 131 South: Grand Rapids
2337 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
20.7 mi · 21 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 96 East, M 37 South: Lansing
1009 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
57.4 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 69 East: Flint
2.5 mi · 3 min
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Merge slight left
54.8 mi · 56 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 Pierson 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 96 East
Merge slight left
57.4 mi · 01h 01m
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.
Rain Showers leaving Pierson 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 Pierson to Flint?
The road trip is about 140.7 miles (226.4 km) and usually takes 02h 05m 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?
Portland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 70.2 miles from Pierson and 70.5 miles from Flint.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 93.6 miles (150.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 47.1 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:20 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.79 one way or $45.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Pierson and Light Rain Likely near Flint.
Stop Ideas Near Portland
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 Portland.
East Lansing station
Rockford, Michigan
Owosso, MI
Vernon J. Ehlers Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pierson and Flint. Straight-line distance: 93.67 mi (150.74 km).
#1 Pierson
Township in Montcalm County, Michigan
| Population | 174 |
| Coordinates | 43.3197500, -85.4978100 |
| Altitude | 277 |
| 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: 226 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 45m |
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 | $22.79 | $45.57 |
| Mid-grade | $5.25 | $26.02 | $52.04 |
| Premium | $5.85 | $28.99 | $57.98 |
| Diesel | $6.48 | $32.14 | $64.28 |
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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