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Trip from Ann Arbor, MI to Masonville, MI

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

7h 24m

Distance

405.8 mi

653 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$63

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

13 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min
4 AM
7h 14m ★
6 AM
7h 24m
8 AM
7h 45m
10 AM
7h 31m
12 PM
7h 29m
3 PM
7h 33m
5 PM
7h 44m
8 PM
7h 18m

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

The drive from Ann Arbor, MI to Masonville, MI covers 405.8 miles and takes about 7h 24m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 75, US-2 West, US 23 BUS for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 180.5 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $63.44 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

202.9 miles from Ann Arbor, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 34m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 180.5 mi 3h 4m
US-2 West 122.9 mi 2h 25m
US 23 BUS 94.9 mi 1h 41m
US 2 3.2 mi 3m
North Main Street 1.2 mi 2m
M 14 1.1 mi 1m
Bay Shore Drive 0.9 mi 2m
East Huron Street 0.4 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 75 — 180.5 mi, about 3h 4m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Ann Arbor, MI and Masonville, 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

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

63 mi · 1 hr 3 min · I 75; US 23
8

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

118 mi · 2 hr 1 min · I 75
9

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 1 min
Exit 344B Toward US 2: Manistique, Escanaba
10

Merge onto US 2; I 75 BL

0.7 mi · 1 min · US-2 West
11

Continue on US 2

3.2 mi · 3 min · US 2
12

Continue on US 2

122 mi · 2 hr 23 min · US-2 West
13

Turn left onto 515

0.1 mi · 15 sec · S.75 Road
14

Continue on 515

0.9 mi · 2 min · Bay Shore Drive
15

Arrive at destination

515

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 202.9 miles from Ann Arbor, MI, or about 3h 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 180.5 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 89 miles or 1h 38m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 202.9 miles or 3h 34m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 6h 12m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Masonville, 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.

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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Ann Arbor, MI

This is one driving day of about 405.8 miles and 7h 24m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 89 miles from Ann Arbor, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 180.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Michigan, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Grayling, MI

203 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

Nelson, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 89 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Grayling, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 202.9 miles from Ann Arbor, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 180.5 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Misfit Society Coffee Club

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+17342632228

Visit website

The Drip House Coffee

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Ann Arbor, Michigan

1 mi

RoosRoast Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ann Arbor, Michigan

1.6 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Comet Coffee

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $1 to $10

Hours: 7:30 am–6:30 pm

+17342220579

Visit website

RoosRoast Liberty

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ann Arbor, Michigan

0.4 mi

Vertex Coffee Roasters Ann Arbor

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ann Arbor, Michigan

0.5 mi

Misfit Society Coffee Club

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+17342632228

Visit website

The Drip House Coffee

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm

+17348004135

Visit website

RoosRoast Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+17342229202

Visit website

Circle K

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 405.8

Rapid River, Michigan

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19069367151

Visit website

Mug Shots Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 405.8

Rapid River, Michigan

+19063981415

Zingerman's Coffee Company

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+17349296060

Visit website

Dozer Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+17349295217

Visit website

Stardust Entertainment Center

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 87

Saginaw, Michigan

Hours: 12–11 pm

+19897936300

Visit website

Comet Coffee

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $1 to $10

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 7:30 am–6:30 pm

+17342220579

Visit website

RoosRoast Liberty

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+17343692494

Visit website

Vertex Coffee Roasters Ann Arbor

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+17347807060

Visit website

Jabal Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–11 pm

+17345445450

Visit website

Black Diesel Coffee

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 6:30 am–7 pm

+17344368355

Visit website

Venue Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+17348229821

Visit website

Rawaq Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour Inexpensiv

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+17344368412

Visit website

Waters End Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 202.9

Gaylord, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

Visit website

Leslie Science & Nature Center

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+17349971553

Visit website

Top-of-the-Lake Snowmobile Museum

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 318.9

Naubinway, Michigan

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+19064776298

Visit website

Airborne Adventure Park - Saginaw, MI

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 87

Saginaw, Michigan

Hours: 4–8 pm

+19895960022

Visit website

Marshall M Fredericks Sculpture Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 87

University Center, Michigan

Hours: 11 am–5 pm

+19899647125

Visit website

Zap Zone at BIG Best In Games - Ypsilanti

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour

Ypsilanti, Michigan

Hours: 12 pm–12 am

+17349306670

Visit website

Flint Children's Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

5 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 58

Flint, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+18107675437

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 10

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 278.4 — 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 | ~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.
4
0.6 mi into trip | ~1m in | US 23 BUS / North Main Street

Turn right onto US 23 BUS / North Main Street

Navigation decision point

4
1.9 mi into trip | ~4m in | 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 | ~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
278.4 mi into trip | ~4h 51m in

Take the exit toward US 2: Manistique, Escanaba

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Exit 344B Toward US 2: Manistique, Escanaba

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$63.44 one way

$126.88 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 142 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $69.66 $139.31
premium $4.89 $78.09 $156.19
diesel $5.61 $89.60 $179.19

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$63

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$88–$113

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 142 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

13 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Gigahub, Briarwood Cir, Ann Arbor, MI

Ann Arbor, MI

BP_PULSE

20 DCFC

Meijer - Tesla Supercharger

Ypsilanti, MI

Tesla

12 DCFC

Target T0634 (Ann Arbor, MI)

Ann Arbor, MI

Electrify America

8 DCFC

Meijer - Tesla Supercharger

Ann Arbor, MI

Tesla

8 DCFC

WCC HFC HFC4

Ann Arbor, MI

ChargePoint Network

1 DCFC

MEIJER STORES 064 SALINE RD 1

Ann Arbor, MI

ChargePoint Network

1 DCFC

WASHTENAW BP 2

Ann Arbor, MI

ChargePoint Network

1 DCFC

MEIJER STORES 064 SALINE RD 2

Ann Arbor, MI

ChargePoint Network

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Network: 9 Tesla: 2 Electrify America: 1 BP_PULSE: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $43 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 121.7 1 $42.61 $19.48
Efficient EV 101.5 1 $35.51 $16.23
EV Truck/SUV 162.3 2 $56.81 $25.97

Gas CO2

142 kg

EV CO2

47 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 19, 2026

Origin

Ann Arbor, MI

Morning in Ann Arbor on Sunday

Local time

11:10 AM

EDT

Current temp

50°F

Partly Sunny then Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

W 8 to 16 mph 60% chance Live forecast

Destination

Masonville, MI

Morning in Masonville on Sunday

Local time

11:10 AM

EDT

Current temp

55°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

5 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

7h 24m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

405.8 mi in 7h 24m, mostly highway — 180.5 mi of that is on I 75.

99% 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: 180.5 mi on I 75.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and US-2 West. You will hit about 10 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 6/10

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 405.8 miles you will encounter 10 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.

On the drive from Ann Arbor, MI to Masonville, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Escanaba along the way.

Escanaba

278.4 mi in | ~4h 51m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 24m. Total distance: 405.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 24m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 180.5 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 Masonville, MI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

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.

Not recommended in a single day. At 7.4 hours each way, a round trip means 14.8 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Masonville, MI before the return drive.

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, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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