Origin
Ann Arbor, MI
Late night in Ann Arbor on Sunday
Local time
3:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ann Arbor, MI to Bath, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
68.9 mi
111 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
This 68.9-mile drive from Ann Arbor to Bath, Michigan, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 25 minutes, making it ideal for a single-day excursion. Primarily utilizing I-96 and US-23 BUS, with a stretch on Perry Road, this route keeps you on well-traveled paths. With an estimated fuel cost of $11, it's an economical option for exploring the Midwest. The drive is generally focused on efficient travel between these two Michigan locations, offering a practical journey for those looking to get from point A to point B without extensive detours.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 96 | 24.8 mi | 26m |
| US 23 BUS | 14.9 mi | 16m |
| Perry Road | 8.9 mi | 12m |
| I 69 | 5.4 mi | 5m |
| West Beard Road | 5 mi | 6m |
| Lansing Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Webster Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| North Main Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 24.8 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ann Arbor, MI and Bath, MI.
1
Start on South State Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
South State Street
2
Turn left onto I 94 BL; US 23 BUS
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Huron Street
Use the left lane.
3
Turn right onto US 23 BUS
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
4
Take the ramp onto US 23 BUS
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
US 23 BUS
Toward M 14 East, US 23: Flint, Detroit
5
Merge onto M 14; US 23 BUS
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
M 14; US 23 BUS
6
Keep left at fork onto US 23 BUS
15 mi
·
15 min
·
US 23 BUS
Toward US 23 North: Flint
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 60B
Toward I 96 West: Lansing
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 96 West: Lansing, Brighton, Spencer Road
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 96 West: Lansing
10
Merge onto I 96
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 96
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
24 mi
·
25 min
·
I 96
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 122
Toward M 43, M 52: Stockbridge, Webberville
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn right onto M 43; M 52
0.6 mi
·
52 sec
·
Stockbridge Road
14
At end of road, turn left onto M 43; M 52
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
East Grand River Avenue
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto M 52
8.9 mi
·
12 min
·
Perry Road
Use the right lane.
16
Turn left onto West Beard Road
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
West Beard Road
17
Turn left onto Lansing Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Lansing Road
18
Turn right onto Woodbury Road
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
Woodbury Road
Use the straight lane.
19
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
20
Merge onto I 69
5.4 mi
·
5 min
·
I 69
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward Bath
Use the slight right lane.
22
Turn left onto Webster Road
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Webster Road
Use the left lane.
23
Arrive at destination
Webster Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.5 miles from Ann Arbor, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 215 decision points cluster between mile 3.1 and 43.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
3.1 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
US 23 BUS
Keep left at fork onto US 23 BUS toward US 23 North: Flint
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 23 North: Flint
7
17.9 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the exit toward I 96 West: Lansing
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 60B
Toward I 96 West: Lansing
6
18.3 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 96 West: Lansing, Brighton, Spencer Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 96 West: Lansing, Brighton, Spencer Ro...
6
18.6 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 96 West: Lansing
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 96 West: Lansing
8
43.6 mi into trip
|
~50m in
Take the exit toward M 43, M 52: Stockbridge, Webberville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 122
Toward M 43, M 52: Stockbridge, Webberville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.77 one way
$21.54 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.83 | $23.65 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.26 | $26.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.21 | $30.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.23 | $3.31 |
| Efficient EV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.03 | $2.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.6 | 0 | $9.65 | $4.41 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Destination
Bath, MI
Late night in Bath on Sunday
Local time
3:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1h 25m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for about 65% of this journey. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I-96, which offers stretches of uninterrupted driving, including one segment that lasts 24.8 miles. While the main roads are generally efficient, be prepared for transitions as you move from interstate to business routes and local roads like Perry Road. The character of the drive is less about scenic vistas and more about covering ground effectively within the Midwest landscape.
65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.8 mi on I 96.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and US 23 BUS. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in near US 23 BUS.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 68.9 miles you will encounter 21 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles (US 23 BUS): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Ann Arbor, MI and Bath, MI, road signs point toward Brighton, M 43, M 52: Stockbridge and Webberville.
Brighton
18.3 mi in
|
~22m
M 43
43.6 mi in
|
~50m
M 52: Stockbridge
43.6 mi in
|
~50m
Webberville
43.6 mi in
|
~50m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 68.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24.8 miles on I 96. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Bath, MI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles (US 23 BUS): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 17.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bath, MI before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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