If you are looking for a quick and straightforward trip through the Midwest, the 58.3-mile journey from Ann Arbor to Burton is an ideal choice. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 1 hour and 9 minutes, making it a perfect day trip that leaves you plenty of time at your destination. With a modest fuel budget of around $9, it is an economical route for a weekend outing or a quick visit. You will rely primarily on US 23 BUS and the Chevrolet-Buick Freeway to navigate the distance. Because the trip is short and efficient, there is no need to plan for an overnight stay unless your specific schedule requires one.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 23 BUS
47.4 mi
50m
Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
4.7 mi
4m
North Main Street
1.2 mi
2m
M 14
1.1 mi
1m
Lippincott Boulevard
0.9 mi
2m
South Center Road
0.6 mi
1m
East Huron Street
0.4 mi
1m
Amy Street
0.3 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
US 23 BUS
— 47.4 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ann Arbor, MI and Burton, 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
47 mi·50 min·US 23 BUS
Toward US 23 North: FlintUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward I 69: Lansing, Port HuronUse the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·25 sec
Toward I 69: Lansing, Flint, Port Huron
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 69 East: Flint, Port Huron
10
Merge onto I 69
4.7 mi·4 min·Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi·54 sec
Toward Center RoadUse the slight right lane.
12
Turn right onto South Center Road
0.6 mi·1 min·South Center Road
Use the right lane.
13
Turn left onto Lippincott Boulevard
0.9 mi·2 min·Lippincott Boulevard
14
Turn right onto Amy Street
0.3 mi·1 min·Amy Street
15
Arrive at destination
Amy Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 29.1 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 13
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.1 and 56.1 — 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
50.4 mi into trip|~56m in
Take the exit toward I 69: Lansing, Port Huron
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 69: Lansing, Port Huron
7
50.6 mi into trip|~57m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 69: Lansing, Flint, Port Huron
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 69: Lansing, Flint, Port Huron
6
50.8 mi into trip|~57m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 69 East: Flint, Port Huron
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 69 East: Flint, Port Huron
6
56.1 mi into trip|~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward Center Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Center Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.11 one way
$18.23 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg20 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$10.01
$20.01
premium
$4.89
$11.22
$22.44
diesel
$5.61
$12.87
$25.74
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
17.5
0
$6.12
$2.80
Efficient EV
14.6
0
$5.10
$2.33
EV Truck/SUV
23.3
0
$8.16
$3.73
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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 14, 2026
Origin
Ann Arbor, MI
Late night
in Ann Arbor on Sunday
Local time
2:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely
SSW 8 to 12 mph55% chanceLive forecast
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 12:22AM EDT until April 14 at 1:15AM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Severe Thunderstorm Warning
Severe Thunderstorm Warning issued April 14 at 12:19AM EDT until April 14 at 12:30AM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Destination
Burton, MI
Late night
in Burton on Sunday
Local time
2:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Hartland, MI
29 mi in
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
17 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 9m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 focused, highway-heavy experience, as roughly 89% of this trip takes place on major roads. The route features a significant 47.4-mile uninterrupted stretch along US 23 BUS, allowing for a steady, consistent pace behind the wheel. You will begin your journey on North Main Street before transitioning into the faster-paced highway environment that defines the remainder of the drive. It is a functional, no-nonsense commute that prioritizes speed and directness over winding, scenic backroads. While the character of the road is primarily utilitarian, the transition from local streets to the interstate system is seamless and easy to navigate.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 47.4 mi on US 23 BUS.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 23 BUS and Chevrolet-Buick Freeway. 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 Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 58.3 miles you will encounter 13 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 50.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 50.6 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.
Between Ann Arbor, MI and Burton, MI, road signs point toward Port Huron and Flint.
Port Huron
50.4 mi in|~56m
Flint
50.6 mi in|~57m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 9m. Total distance: 58.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 47.4 miles on US 23 BUS. 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 Burton, 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 50.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 50.6 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 Burton, MI before heading back.
