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Trip from Ann Arbor, MI to Comins, 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
3h 38m
Distance
187.4 mi
302 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 26m
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6 AM
3h 38m
8 AM
4h 3m
10 AM
3h 47m
12 PM
3h 44m
3 PM
3h 48m
5 PM
4h 2m
8 PM
3h 31m
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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Comins, MI
fish socks
Trip Overview
Ann Arbor to Comins is 187.4 miles and takes about 3h 38m via US 23 BUS and I 75, with a fuel budget near $29 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This Midwest drive keeps you primarily on highways, making for a straightforward trip between Michigan locations. You'll spend over two-thirds of your time on major roads, so expect a consistent pace. With a total duration under four hours, this route is easily manageable as a single-day excursion.
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
93.7 miles from Ann Arbor, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 43m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 23 BUS | 94.9 mi | 1h 41m |
| I 75 | 38.6 mi | 38m |
| South Mount Tom Road | 17.6 mi | 24m |
| South M-33 | 17.6 mi | 24m |
| North Mio Road | 5.7 mi | 7m |
| North Abbe Road | 5.6 mi | 6m |
| Brock Road | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| North Main Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 23 BUS
— 94.9 mi, about 1h 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ann Arbor, MI and Comins, MI.
1
Start on South State Street
0.3 mi
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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
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US 23 BUS
Toward M 14 East, US 23: Flint, Detroit
5
Merge onto M 14; US 23 BUS
1.1 mi
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1 min
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M 14; US 23 BUS
6
Keep left at fork onto US 23 BUS
95 mi
·
1 hr 41 min
·
US 23 BUS
Toward US 23 North: Flint
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23
39 mi
·
38 min
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I 75; US 23
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 202
Toward M 33: Alger, Rose City
9
Turn right onto M 33
0.6 mi
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56 sec
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West Alger Road
10
Continue on M 33
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Brock Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
11
Continue on M 33
18 mi
·
24 min
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South M-33
Use the straight / left lanes.
12
Continue on M 33
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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South Bennett Street
13
Continue on M 33
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Williams Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on M 33
5.7 mi
·
7 min
·
North Mio Road
15
Continue on M 33
9.4 mi
·
12 min
·
South Mount Tom Road
16
Continue on M 33
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South Morenci Avenue
17
Continue on M 33; M 72
8.2 mi
·
11 min
·
South Mount Tom Road
18
Turn left onto M 33
5.6 mi
·
6 min
·
North Abbe Road
19
Arrive at destination
M 33
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short drive time of under four hours, you can leave Ann Arbor anytime and still reach Comins comfortably within daylight. The longest stretch without a significant change in roads is nearly 95 miles, so plan for a fuel stop and a brief break before or during that segment. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing yourself. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid any early rush hour traffic leaving Ann Arbor, and aim to arrive in Comins with plenty of time to settle in.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 93.7 miles from Ann Arbor, MI, or about 1h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 94.9 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 41 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 93.7 miles or 1h 43m 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 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Comins, 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 187.4 miles and 3h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 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 US 23 BUS for about 94.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
94 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 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 93.7 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 US 23 BUS if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 94.9 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Dodge Road Rest Area 631
0.1 mi from route
Alger Rest Area 625
0.1 mi from route
Bay City Rest Area 605
0.1 mi from route
Clio Rest Area 612
0.1 mi from route
Linwood Rest Area 626
0.1 mi from route
Fenton Rest Area 624
0.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
TA
0.2 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Northfield Church Rest Area 814
0.2 mi from route
M-81 Express Stop
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.3 mi from route
Service Plaza
2.2 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 136.4 — 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
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 23 BUS / North Main Street
Turn right onto US 23 BUS / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.9 mi into trip
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~4m in
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US 23 BUS
Take the ramp onto US 23 BUS toward M 14 East, US 23: Flint, Detroit
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward M 14 East, US 23: Flint, Detroit
7
3.1 mi into trip
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~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
6
136.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 26m in
Take the exit toward M 33: Alger, Rose City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 202
Toward M 33: Alger, Rose City
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$29.30 one way
$58.60 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
66 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $32.17 | $64.34 |
| premium | $4.89 | $36.06 | $72.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $41.38 | $82.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 65.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 56.2 | 0 | $19.68 | $9.00 |
| Efficient EV | 46.9 | 0 | $16.40 | $7.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 75 | 0 | $26.24 | $11.99 |
Gas CO2
66 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Origin
Ann Arbor, MI
Morning in Ann Arbor on Tuesday
Local time
6:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Comins, MI
Morning in Comins on Tuesday
Local time
6:11 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°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
7 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
3h 38m 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 heavily focused on highways, with 71% of the drive taking place on them. You'll experience a long stretch of 94.9 miles on US 23 BUS before transitioning to other roads. Expect a significant portion of your driving to be on I 75, offering a consistent cruising experience with fewer interruptions than local roads. The transition from highway to surface roads will occur later in your drive.
71% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 94.9 mi on US 23 BUS.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 23 BUS and I 75. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near I 94 BL; US 23 BUS / East Huron Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 187.4 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.3 miles (I 94 BL; US 23 BUS / East Huron Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (US 23 BUS / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (US 23 BUS): 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 Comins, MI, road signs point toward M 33: Alger and Rose City.
M 33: Alger
136.4 mi in
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~2h 26m
Rose City
136.4 mi in
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~2h 26m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 38m. Total distance: 187.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 94.9 miles on US 23 BUS. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 16 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 0.6 miles (US 23 BUS / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (US 23 BUS): Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.3 hours — manageable with a long break at Comins, MI, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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