Origin
Ann Arbor, MI
Morning in Ann Arbor on Tuesday
Local time
9:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ann Arbor, MI to Bloomingdale, MI
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 29m
Distance
125.7 mi
202 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 19m
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6 AM
2h 29m
8 AM
2h 49m
10 AM
2h 36m
12 PM
2h 34m
3 PM
2h 37m
5 PM
2h 48m
8 PM
2h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ann Arbor, MI
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Bloomingdale, MI
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Trip Overview
Ann Arbor to Bloomingdale is 125.7 miles and takes about 2h 29m via I 94 and West Main Street, with a fuel budget near $20 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Midwest, connecting two points in Michigan. It's a straightforward, primarily highway-focused trip, making it a convenient option for a single-day journey. With a short duration and a manageable fuel cost, this route is ideal if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B without extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
62.8 miles from Ann Arbor, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 97.9 mi | 1h 44m |
| West Main Street | 11.2 mi | 16m |
| County Road 388 | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| M 40 | 4 mi | 6m |
| US 131 | 4 mi | 4m |
| East Huron Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Jackson Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| West Van Buren Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 97.9 mi, about 1h 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ann Arbor, MI and Bloomingdale, 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
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
5
Merge onto I 94
98 mi
·
1 hr 44 min
·
I 94
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 131 North: Grand Rapids
7
Merge onto US 131
4.0 mi
·
4 min
·
US 131
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward M-43 WEST: South Haven
9
Turn right onto M 43
11 mi
·
16 min
·
West Main Street
10
Turn right onto M 40
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
M 40
11
Turn left onto 388
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
West Van Buren Street
12
Continue on 388
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
County Road 388
13
Continue on 388
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
East Kalamazoo Street
14
Arrive at destination
388
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of just under 2.5 hours, this is a perfect same-day trip, offering flexibility in your departure time. You won't need to worry about extensive stops, but keep in mind the longest uninterrupted stretch on I 94 is nearly 98 miles, so plan for a brief break if needed. The estimated fuel cost is around $20, which is quite economical. A practical tip for this route is to be aware of the transition from I 94 to local roads like West Main Street; have your GPS ready for that final segment into Bloomingdale.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 62.8 miles from Ann Arbor, MI, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 97.9 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 28 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.8 miles or 1h 10m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 54m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bloomingdale, 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 125.7 miles and 2h 29m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 28 miles from Ann Arbor, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 97.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 62.8 miles from Ann Arbor, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 94 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 97.9 miles.
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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 120.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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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.
4
100.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
Take the exit toward US 131 North: Grand Rapids
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 131 North: Grand Rapids
4
105.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 56m in
Take the exit toward M-43 WEST: South Haven
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward M-43 WEST: South Haven
4
116.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 14m in
|
M 40
Turn right onto M 40
Navigation decision point
4
120.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 20m in
|
388 / West Van Buren Street
Turn left onto 388 / West Van Buren Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.65 one way
$39.30 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $21.58 | $43.15 |
| premium | $4.89 | $24.19 | $48.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.75 | $55.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 44 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.7 | 0 | $13.20 | $6.03 |
| Efficient EV | 31.4 | 0 | $11.00 | $5.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50.3 | 0 | $17.60 | $8.04 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 kg (66% 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
Bloomingdale, MI
Morning in Bloomingdale on Tuesday
Local time
9:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Marshall, MI
63 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 29m 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?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with 81% of the journey on high-speed roads. You'll spend a significant portion on I 94, experiencing a longest stretch of 97.9 miles on this interstate. The initial part of the drive will likely feel like a typical highway commute, offering consistent speeds. As you get closer to Bloomingdale, you'll transition to West Main Street and County Road 388, which may offer a change in pace and scenery, moving away from the interstate feel.
81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 97.9 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and West Main Street. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near I 94 BL; US 23 BUS / East Huron Street.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 29m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 100.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 105.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
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.
On the drive from Ann Arbor, MI to Bloomingdale, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M-43 West: South Haven along the way.
M-43 West: South Haven
105.2 mi in
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~1h 56m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 29m. Total distance: 125.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (81%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 97.9 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 100.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 105.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bloomingdale, 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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