How far is Wise, MI from Flint, MI?

The driving distance from Wise, MI to Flint, MI is about 89.5 miles (144.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 24m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 69 miles (111.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 49m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
89.54 mi
01h 24m
Flight
69.07 mi
111.15 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
69.07 mi
Kilometers
111.15 km
Flight Time
00h 08m

Driving Distance

Road route
89.54 mi
Kilometers
144.1 km
Drive Time
01h 24m

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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 01h 24m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Flint
Wed, Apr 22, 10:02 PM EDT
Return by in Wise
Wed, Apr 22, 11:27 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Wise
2026-04-22T20:38
Arrive Flint
Wed, Apr 22, 10:02 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 24m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:25 AM to 11:25 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:40 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Wise
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Bay City
MI

City in Bay County, Michigan, USA

From Wise
44.7 mi
00h 42m
To Flint
44.8 mi
00h 42m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
67°F
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 mph ENE
Destination
66°F
Wednesday

Sunny

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 mph N

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Wise and Flint.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Wise and Flint.

  1. 1

    Start on North Wise Road

    2 mi · 8 min · North Wise Road

  2. 2

    Turn right onto East Coleman Road

    2 mi · 5 min · East Coleman Road

  3. 3

    Continue on West Webster Street

    1.2 km · 2 min · West Webster Street

  4. 4

    Continue on 7th Street

    536 ft · 19 sec · 7th Street

  5. 5

    Turn right onto West Railway Street

    133 m · 14 sec · West Railway Street

  6. 6

    Turn left onto North 6th Street

    2587 ft · 1 min · North 6th Street

  7. 7

    Continue on North Coleman Road

    969 ft · 21 sec · North Coleman Road

  8. 8

    Take the ramp right

    1566 ft · 38 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    36.2 mi · 36 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Saginaw

    2040 ft · 39 sec

  11. 11

    Merge slight left

    36.3 mi · 39 min

  12. 12

    Keep slight right to continue on UAW Freeway

    10 mi · 11 min · UAW Freeway

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward M 21

    1294 ft · 32 sec

  14. 14

    Continue on Chavez Drive

    1218 ft · 35 sec · Chavez Drive

  15. 15

    Turn right onto East Court Street

    1317 ft · 32 sec · East Court Street

  16. 16

    Turn left

    21 m · 7 sec

  17. 17

    Turn right

    28 m · 7 sec

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Wise and Flint.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
18 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
20.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 75 South
36.7 mi · 41%
North Coleman Road
36.7 mi · 41%
UAW Freeway
9.98 mi · 11%
East Coleman Road
2.02 mi · 2%
North Wise Road
1.99 mi · 2%
West Webster Street
0.75 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

I 75 South

Merge slight left

36.3 mi · 00h 39m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 24m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 50m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+20.5 mi
69 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Bay City
00h 42m from Wise
Leave By
3:40 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Wise and Sunny near Flint.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Wise to Flint?

The road trip is about 89.5 miles (144.1 km) and usually takes 01h 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?

Bay City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 44.7 miles from Wise and 44.8 miles from Flint.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 69 miles (111.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.5 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 3:40 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.92 one way or $23.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Wise and Sunny near Flint.

Stop Ideas Near Bay City

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Bay City and the surrounding midpoint area.
Old City Hall
Food stop 4.1 mi away

Old City Hall

Bay City , MI
814 Saginaw St, Bay City, MI 48708
Rating 4.5/5 660 reviews Fine dining restaurant,Bar,Restaurant
Bay City Hall
Meeting point 3.8 mi away

Bay City Hall

Bay City , MI
301 Washington Ave, Bay City, MI 48708
Rating 3.7/5 14 reviews City government office

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Bay City.

BUS

Bay City, MI

1 mi away
1124 Washington Avenue
BUS

Saginaw, MI

18 mi away
511 Johnson Street
RAIL

Flint station

67 mi away
1407 South Dort Highway
BUS

Owosso, MI

70 mi away
109 Comstock Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Wise and Flint. Straight-line distance: 69.07 mi (111.15 km).

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#1 Wise

Township in Isabella County, Michigan

Population1,394
Coordinates43.7283600, -84.6472300
Altitude229
CountryUnited States
Flint

#2 Flint

The largest city in Genesee County, Michigan.

Population94,968
Coordinates43.0125300, -83.6874600
Altitude229
CountryUnited States
Start: North Wise Road (-84.64736, 43.728361)
End: East Court Street (-83.687592, 43.012684)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 144 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 59m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 14m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 47m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 29m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 16m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 07m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.16 gal
11.96 L · about $11.92
Round trip
$23.83
6.32 gal · 23.92 L
Estimated CO2
28.1 kg one way
Round trip: 56.2 kg / 124 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $11.92 $23.83
Mid-grade $4.25 $13.44 $26.88
Premium $4.65 $14.71 $29.41
Diesel $5.30 $16.76 $33.52

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Michigan · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Wise and Flint. The current time is 20:38:20.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.