This 76.5-mile drive from Ann Arbor, MI to New Haven, MI should take you about 1 hour and 40 minutes. It's a straightforward trip perfectly suited for a single day, making it an easy addition to any Midwest adventure. With a fuel cost estimated around $12, it’s an economical option for a quick journey. You'll be spending a good portion of your time on major highways, so expect a relatively efficient transit through Michigan. This route offers a practical way to get from one point to another without significant detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38.2 miles from Ann Arbor, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 44m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 96
24.8 mi
26m
Perry Road
24.5 mi
36m
US 23 BUS
14.9 mi
16m
State Highway 52
4.9 mi
7m
North Main Street
1.2 mi
2m
East Grand River Avenue
1.2 mi
1m
M 14
1.1 mi
1m
North Seymour Road
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 24.8 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ann Arbor, MI and New Haven, 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
15 mi·15 min·US 23 BUS
Toward US 23 North: FlintUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi·41 sec
Exit 60BToward I 96 West: LansingUse the straight / slight left lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·24 sec
Toward I 96 West: Lansing, Brighton, Spencer Road
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·21 sec
Toward I 96 West: Lansing
10
Merge onto I 96
1.2 mi·1 min·I 96
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
24 mi·25 min·I 96
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi·53 sec
Exit 122Toward M 43, M 52: Stockbridge, WebbervilleUse the slight right lane.
13
Turn right onto M 43; M 52
0.6 mi·52 sec·Stockbridge Road
14
At end of road, turn left onto M 43; M 52
1.2 mi·1 min·East Grand River Avenue
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto M 52
25 mi·36 min·Perry Road
Use the right lane.
16
Continue on M 52
4.9 mi·7 min·State Highway 52
Use the straight lane.
17
Turn right onto East Henderson Road
0.6 mi·1 min·East Henderson Road
18
Turn left onto North Seymour Road
0.5 mi·1 min·North Seymour Road
19
Keep slight left at fork onto North Seymour Road
0.1 mi·32 sec·North Seymour Road
20
Arrive at destination
North Seymour Road
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 1 hour and 40 minutes, you have a lot of flexibility with this trip. Leaving Ann Arbor in the morning or early afternoon will allow you to arrive in New Haven with plenty of daylight. Since there are no designated stops in the data, consider planning your own break if needed, perhaps during the 24.8-mile stretch on I-96. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading out, as the estimated cost is only $12 for the entire journey.
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 38.2 miles from Ann Arbor, MI, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.8 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 17 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.2 miles or 44m 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Haven, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Ann Arbor, MI
This is one driving day of about 76.5 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 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 96 for about 24.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.1 and 43.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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
17.9 mi into trip|~22m in
Take the exit toward I 96 West: Lansing
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 60B
Toward I 96 West: Lansing
6
18.3 mi into trip|~22m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 96 West: Lansing, Brighton, Spencer Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 96 West: Lansing, Brighton, Spencer Ro...
6
18.6 mi into trip|~23m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 96 West: Lansing
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 96 West: Lansing
8
43.6 mi into trip|~50m in
Take the exit toward M 43, M 52: Stockbridge, Webberville
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 122
Toward M 43, M 52: Stockbridge, Webberville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.96 one way
$23.92 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg27 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$13.13
$26.26
premium
$4.89
$14.72
$29.44
diesel
$5.61
$16.89
$33.78
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
23
0
$8.03
$3.67
Efficient EV
19.1
0
$6.69
$3.06
EV Truck/SUV
30.6
0
$10.71
$4.90
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026
Origin
Ann Arbor, MI
Late night
in Ann Arbor on Sunday
Local time
3:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
New Haven, MI
Late night
in New Haven on Sunday
Local time
3:30 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Perry, MI
38 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
2 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 40m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive offers a mixed experience, with 58% of it on highways. You'll primarily navigate on I-96, Perry Road, and US-23 BUS. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 24.8 miles on I-96, providing a period of consistent speed. While much of the journey is on faster roads, expect some transitions as you move between these different thoroughfares. The profile suggests a drive that balances efficiency with moments of local road travel.
58% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.8 mi on I 96.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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 76.5 miles you will encounter 17 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 17.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.3 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 New Haven, MI, road signs point toward Brighton, M 43, M 52: Stockbridge and Webberville.
Brighton
18.3 mi in|~22m
M 43
43.6 mi in|~50m
M 52: Stockbridge
43.6 mi in|~50m
Webberville
43.6 mi in|~50m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 40m. Total distance: 76.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24.8 miles on I 96. 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 New Haven, 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 17.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 18.3 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 New Haven, MI before heading back.
