This 157.7-mile drive from Ann Arbor to Baroda, Michigan, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 2 hours and 57 minutes. It's primarily a highway-focused experience, making it an ideal one-day excursion. You can expect to spend around $25 on fuel for this journey. The route stays within the Midwest region, offering a familiar landscape as you travel. Given its manageable length and highway nature, it's perfect for a spontaneous day trip without the need to plan for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
78.8 miles from Ann Arbor, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 28m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 94
143.8 mi
2h 34m
Scottdale Road
3.9 mi
5m
Linco Road
3.1 mi
4m
M 139
2 mi
2m
Stevensville-Baroda Road
1.4 mi
2m
East Huron Street
1.3 mi
3m
Jackson Avenue
0.9 mi
1m
Cleveland Avenue
0.6 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 143.8 mi, about 2h 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ann Arbor, MI and Baroda, MI.
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Start on South State Street
0.3 mi·42 sec·South State Street
2
Turn left onto I 94 BL; US 23 BUS
1.3 mi·3 min·East Huron Street
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on I 94 BL
0.9 mi·1 min·Jackson Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·32 sec
Toward I 94 West: Jackson
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Merge onto I 94
144 mi·2 hr 34 min·I 94
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Take the exit
0.3 mi·34 sec
Toward M 139
7
Turn right onto M 139
2.0 mi·2 min·M 139
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Turn slight right onto Scottdale Road
3.9 mi·5 min·Scottdale Road
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At end of road, turn right onto Linco Road
3.1 mi·4 min·Linco Road
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Turn left onto Cleveland Avenue
0.6 mi·49 sec·Cleveland Avenue
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Turn slight left onto Stevensville-Baroda Road
1.4 mi·2 min·Stevensville-Baroda Road
12
Arrive at destination
Stevensville-Baroda Road
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour, 57-minute drive, planning your departure time can help you avoid the heaviest traffic, especially as you merge onto I-94. With only one recommended stop and a longest uninterrupted stretch of 143.8 miles, you might want to plan a brief break around the halfway point to stretch your legs. The fuel cost is estimated at $25, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before you embark. Since this is a short, highway-centric trip, flexibility is key; however, be mindful of construction zones that can occasionally impact travel times on I-94.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 78.8 miles from Ann Arbor, MI, or about 1h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 143.8 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 35 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 78.8 miles or 1h 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Baroda, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ann Arbor, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Ann Arbor, MI
This is one driving day of about 157.7 miles and 2h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Ann Arbor, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 143.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 155.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.3 mi into trip|~0m in|I 94 BL; US 23 BUS / East Huron Street
Turn left onto I 94 BL; US 23 BUS / East Huron Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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146.4 mi into trip|~2h 40m in
Take the exit toward M 139
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward M 139
4
146.7 mi into trip|~2h 41m in|M 139
Turn right onto M 139
Navigation decision point
4
152.5 mi into trip|~2h 49m in|Linco Road
At end of road, turn right onto Linco Road
Navigation decision point
4
155.6 mi into trip|~2h 53m in|Cleveland Avenue
Turn left onto Cleveland Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$24.65 one way
$49.31 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg55 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$27.07
$54.14
premium
$4.89
$30.35
$60.70
diesel
$5.61
$34.82
$69.64
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 55.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
47.3
0
$16.56
$7.57
Efficient EV
39.4
0
$13.80
$6.31
EV Truck/SUV
63.1
0
$22.08
$10.09
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
18 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Ann Arbor, MI
Late night
in Ann Arbor on Sunday
Local time
4:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Baroda, MI
Late night
in Baroda on Sunday
Local time
4:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 57m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive that's predominantly on the interstate, with 91% of the journey taking place on highways. You'll spend a significant amount of time on I-94, including a continuous stretch of 143.8 miles. While the main artery is I-94, the route incorporates local roads like Scottdale Road and Linco Road towards the end, offering a slight change of pace. This highway-focused profile means you'll be covering ground efficiently, but be prepared for a consistent driving experience for the majority of the trip.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 143.8 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and Scottdale Road. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near I 94 BL; US 23 BUS / East Huron Street.
Driving Effort1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Ann Arbor, MI to Baroda, MI is easy. At 2h 57m with 91% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (I 94 BL; US 23 BUS / East Huron Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 146.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 146.7 miles (M 139): Navigation decision point.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Ann Arbor, MI to Baroda, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 139 along the way.
M 139
146.4 mi in|~2h 40m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 57m. Total distance: 157.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 143.8 miles on I 94. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (I 94 BL; US 23 BUS / East Huron Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 146.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 146.7 miles (M 139): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Baroda, MI before heading back.
