Ann Arbor to Westwood is 101.7 miles and takes about 1 hour 57 minutes via I 94 and Amvets Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $16 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, specifically Michigan, making it a straightforward journey for those within the region. The drive is primarily on major highways, suggesting a focus on reaching your destination efficiently rather than leisurely sightseeing. Consider this route if you need a quick, direct connection between these two points without extensive detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50.8 miles from Ann Arbor, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 58m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 94
91.2 mi
1h 37m
Amvets Memorial Highway
2.3 mi
2m
West Main Street
1.5 mi
2m
East Huron Street
1.3 mi
3m
King Highway
1.3 mi
1m
East Kalamazoo Avenue
1.2 mi
2m
Jackson Avenue
0.9 mi
1m
Business Spur I-94
0.5 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 91.2 mi, about 1h 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ann Arbor, MI and Westwood, 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
91 mi·1 hr 37 min·I 94
6
Take the exit onto I 94 BS
0.5 mi·1 min·Business Spur I-94
Toward I 94 Business Spur: Downtown Kalamazoo
7
Continue on I 94 BS
2.3 mi·2 min·Amvets Memorial Highway
8
At end of road, turn left onto I 94 BS
1.3 mi·1 min·King Highway
9
Turn left onto East Michigan Avenue
0.1 mi·12 sec·East Michigan Avenue
10
Continue on East Kalamazoo Avenue
1.2 mi·2 min·East Kalamazoo Avenue
11
Continue on West Kalamazoo Avenue
0.1 mi·10 sec·West Kalamazoo Avenue
12
Continue on Douglas Avenue
306 ft·11 sec·Douglas Avenue
13
Turn straight onto West Main Street
1.5 mi·2 min·West Main Street
14
Turn right onto Old Nichols Road
371 ft·7 sec·Old Nichols Road
15
Turn right onto Nichols Road
0.4 mi·47 sec·Nichols Road
16
Turn left onto Croyden Avenue
195 ft·10 sec·Croyden Avenue
17
Continue on Croyden Avenue
0.2 mi·59 sec·Croyden Avenue
18
Turn left onto Cherokee Street
60 ft·2 sec·Cherokee Street
19
Arrive at destination
Cherokee Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under two hours, this is a perfect same-day trip, offering flexibility in your departure time. You can easily leave in the morning or afternoon and still have plenty of daylight. Since the longest stretch on I 94 is over 91 miles, plan for a fuel stop before you begin or be aware of the limited options during that segment. With only 101.7 miles total, you won't need multiple extensive breaks, but a quick stop for a stretch before hitting the highway can be beneficial.
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 50.8 miles from Ann Arbor, MI, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 91.2 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 22 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.8 miles or 58m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Westwood, 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 101.7 miles and 1h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 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 94 for about 91.2 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 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 101.7 — 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
93.9 mi into trip|~1h 44m in|I 94 BS / Business Spur I-94
Take the exit onto I 94 BS / Business Spur I-94 toward I 94 Business Spur: Downtown Kalamazoo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 94 Business Spur: Downtown Kalamazoo
4
96.7 mi into trip|~1h 48m in|I 94 BS / King Highway
At end of road, turn left onto I 94 BS / King Highway
Navigation decision point
4
101.4 mi into trip|~1h 56m in|Croyden Avenue
Turn left onto Croyden Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
101.7 mi into trip|~1h 57m in|Cherokee Street
Turn left onto Cherokee Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.90 one way
$31.80 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg36 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$17.46
$34.91
premium
$4.89
$19.57
$39.14
diesel
$5.61
$22.45
$44.91
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30.5
0
$10.68
$4.88
Efficient EV
25.4
0
$8.90
$4.07
EV Truck/SUV
40.7
0
$14.24
$6.51
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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 21, 2026
Origin
Ann Arbor, MI
Morning
in Ann Arbor on Tuesday
Local time
11:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Westwood, MI
Morning
in Westwood on Tuesday
Local time
11:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Homer, MI
51 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
18 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 57m 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 route is overwhelmingly highway-focused, with 90% of the drive taking place on high-speed roads like I 94. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 91.2 miles on I 94, which means consistent speed and minimal traffic interruptions. The Amvets Memorial Highway and West Main Street will likely offer a slight change of pace as you approach your destination, but the character of this drive is predominantly about covering ground quickly on major thoroughfares.
90% 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: 91.2 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and Amvets Memorial Highway. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near I 94 BL; US 23 BUS / East Huron Street.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Ann Arbor, MI to Westwood, MI is easy. At 1h 57m with 90% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
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 93.9 miles (I 94 BS / Business Spur I-94): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 96.7 miles (I 94 BS / King Highway): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 57m. Total distance: 101.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 91.2 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 93.9 miles (I 94 BS / Business Spur I-94): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 96.7 miles (I 94 BS / King Highway): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Westwood, MI before heading back.
