How far is Wayland, MI from Flint, MI?
The driving distance from Wayland, MI to Flint, MI is about 125 miles (201.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 101.9 miles (164 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 44m 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
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 52m.
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.
Human settlement in Clinton County, Michigan, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wayland and Flint.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wayland and Flint.
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Start on West Superior Street
1.3 km · 2 min · West Superior Street
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Take the ramp right toward US 131 North: Grand Rapids
792 ft · 19 sec
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Merge slight left
11.2 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward M 6: 68th Street, Lansing, Holland
1091 ft · 27 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on M 6: Lansing, Holland
2153 ft · 52 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on M 6 East: Lansing
1.4 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Paul B. Henry Freeway
10.3 mi · 11 min · Paul B. Henry Freeway
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Keep slight right to continue on I-96 East: Lansing
1.1 km · 56 sec
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Merge slight left
42.3 mi · 45 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 Wayland 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
Merge slight left
54.8 mi · 00h 56m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Wayland 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 Wayland to Flint?
The road trip is about 125 miles (201.2 km) and usually takes 01h 52m 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?
Eagle is a useful midpoint, sitting about 62.4 miles from Wayland and 62.6 miles from Flint.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 101.9 miles (164 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.1 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 2:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.63 one way or $33.26 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 39.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Wayland and Mostly Sunny near Flint.
Stop Ideas Near Eagle
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 Eagle.
East Lansing station
Owosso, MI
Albion station
Battle Creek Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wayland and Flint. Straight-line distance: 101.87 mi (163.95 km).
#1 Wayland
City in Michigan, United States
| Population | 3,473 |
| Coordinates | 42.6739200, -85.6447400 |
| Altitude | 235 |
| 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: 201 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 09m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 33m |
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 | $16.63 | $33.26 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $18.76 | $37.51 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $20.52 | $41.05 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $23.39 | $46.78 |
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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