Origin
Ann Arbor, MI
Late night in Ann Arbor on Sunday
Local time
2:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ann Arbor, MI to Dexter, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
17m
Distance
10.5 mi
17 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 16m
★
6 AM
0h 17m
8 AM
0h 20m
10 AM
0h 18m
12 PM
0h 18m
3 PM
0h 18m
5 PM
0h 20m
8 PM
0h 16m
★
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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Dexter, MI
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick excursion in the Midwest, the 10.5-mile journey from Ann Arbor to Dexter is a straightforward trip that takes about 17 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day outing, as the travel time is minimal and requires no overnight stays. You can expect to spend approximately $2 on fuel, making it a highly economical choice for a local commute or short visit. Navigating between these two Michigan locations involves a straightforward mix of I-94, Baker Road, and East Huron Street. Because the total distance is so short, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to enjoy your time at the destination without worrying about a lengthy return trip.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 4.6 mi | 4m |
| Baker Road | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| East Huron Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Jackson Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| South State Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 4.6 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ann Arbor, MI and Dexter, 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
4.6 mi
·
4 min
·
I 94
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 167
Toward Baker Road, Dexter
Use the slight right lane.
7
Turn right onto Baker Road
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Baker Road
Use the right lane.
8
Enter roundabout onto Baker Road
71 ft
·
1 sec
·
Baker Road
9
Continue on Baker Road
519 ft
·
10 sec
·
Baker Road
10
Enter roundabout onto Baker Road
67 ft
·
1 sec
·
Baker Road
11
Continue on Baker Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Baker Road
12
At end of road, turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Main Street
13
Turn left
66 ft
·
4 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 9.6 — 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
|
~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.
8
7.3 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward Baker Road, Dexter
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 167
Toward Baker Road, Dexter
6
7.6 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
Baker Road
Turn right onto Baker Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
9.5 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
Baker Road
Enter roundabout onto Baker Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
9.6 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
Baker Road
Enter roundabout onto Baker Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.64 one way
$3.28 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.80 | $3.60 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.02 | $4.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.32 | $4.64 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.10 | $0.50 |
| Efficient EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.92 | $0.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.47 | $0.67 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Dexter, MI
Late night in Dexter on Sunday
Local time
2:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
19 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
17m 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?
The personality of this drive is a blend of highway transit and local transition, categorized as a mixed drive. You will spend about 44% of your time on the highway, with your longest uninterrupted stretch being a 4.6-mile run on I-94. As you transition off the interstate and onto Baker Road and East Huron Street, the environment shifts from high-speed transit to local road conditions. This change in pace ensures the short 17-minute drive feels varied rather than monotonous. You will find that the road surface and traffic flow evolve significantly once you move away from the interstate and head toward your final destination in Dexter.
44% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 4.6 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 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 10.5 miles you will encounter 9 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 7.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.6 miles (Baker Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
940 ft
819 ft
Total Climb
140 ft
Total Descent
149 ft
Highest Point
940 ft
~2.2 mi in
Elevation Range
121 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 17m. Total distance: 10.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (44%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 4.6 miles on I 94. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 0.3 miles (I 94 BL; US 23 BUS / East Huron Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.6 miles (Baker Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Dexter, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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