Origin
Ann Arbor, MI
Late night in Ann Arbor on Sunday
Local time
3:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ann Arbor, MI to Tompkins, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
56m
Distance
46.1 mi
74 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 53m
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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Tompkins, MI
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Trip Overview
This 46.1-mile drive from Ann Arbor to Tompkins, Michigan, is a quick 56-minute trip perfect for a single day. Primarily utilizing I-94 and US-127, this route is heavily highway-focused, making it an efficient journey within the Midwest region. With an estimated fuel cost of just $7, it's an economical option for a short excursion. Since there are no designated stops and the drive is under an hour, you'll have plenty of flexibility to depart at your convenience and arrive without feeling rushed. This makes it an ideal choice for a spontaneous outing or a straightforward commute.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 33.2 mi | 35m |
| Clinton Road | 7.8 mi | 10m |
| US 127 | 1.7 mi | 1m |
| East Huron Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Jackson Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| M 50 | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South State Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Woodard Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 33.2 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ann Arbor, MI and Tompkins, 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
33 mi
·
35 min
·
I 94
6
Take the exit onto US 127
0.3 mi
·
16 sec
·
US 127
Toward US-127 NORTH, M-50: Lansing, Jackson
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 127
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 127
Toward US-127 NORTH, M-50 WEST: Lansing
8
Take the exit onto M 50
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
M 50
Toward M 50 West: Charlotte
9
Continue on M 50
7.8 mi
·
10 min
·
Clinton Road
10
Turn right onto Woodard Road
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Woodard Road
11
Turn left onto Tompkins Road
39 ft
·
1 sec
·
Tompkins Road
12
Arrive at destination
Tompkins Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 45.9 — 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.
5
35.9 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
US 127
Take the exit onto US 127 toward US-127 NORTH, M-50: Lansing, Jackson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US-127 NORTH, M-50: Lansing, Jackson
6
36.2 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
US 127
Keep slight right at fork onto US 127 toward US-127 NORTH, M-50 WEST: Lansing
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US-127 NORTH, M-50 WEST: Lansing
4
37.7 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
M 50
Take the exit onto M 50 toward M 50 West: Charlotte
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward M 50 West: Charlotte
4
45.9 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
Woodard Road
Turn right onto Woodard Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.21 one way
$14.41 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.91 | $15.83 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.87 | $17.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.18 | $20.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.84 | $2.21 |
| Efficient EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.03 | $1.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.4 | 0 | $6.45 | $2.95 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Tompkins, MI
Late night in Tompkins on Sunday
Local time
3:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°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
20 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
56m 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?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 76% of the drive taking place on faster roads like I-94 and US-127. You'll encounter a significant uninterrupted stretch of 33.2 miles on I-94, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. While the majority of the journey is on these main arteries, there are also segments on Clinton Road, providing a slight variation in the driving environment. The overall character is one of efficient travel, prioritizing getting you to your destination smoothly and directly.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33.2 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and Clinton Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near I 94 BL; US 23 BUS / East Huron Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 56m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 35.9 miles (US 127): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.2 miles (US 127): 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.
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 Tompkins, MI, road signs point toward M-50: Lansing, Jackson, M-50 West: Lansing and M 50 West: Charlotte.
M-50: Lansing
35.9 mi in
|
~42m
|
via US 127
Jackson
35.9 mi in
|
~42m
|
via US 127
M-50 West: Lansing
36.2 mi in
|
~42m
|
via US 127
M 50 West: Charlotte
37.7 mi in
|
~43m
|
via M 50
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 46.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 33.2 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 35.9 miles (US 127): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.2 miles (US 127): 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 Tompkins, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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