Origin
Atlas, MI
Morning in Atlas on Tuesday
Local time
8:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Atlas, MI to Ann Arbor, MI
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
57.8 mi
93 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 7m
★
6 AM
1h 13m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 17m
12 PM
1h 16m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 24m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Atlas, MI
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Ann Arbor, MI
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Trip Overview
Atlas, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is 57.8 miles and takes about 1 hour 13 minutes via US 23, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive connecting two points within Michigan's Midwest region. It’s a short enough trip to easily complete in a single day, making it ideal for a quick excursion or a business commute. You'll spend most of your time on well-maintained highways, so expect a generally smooth journey. Consider this route if you prioritize efficiency and a predictable travel time.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 23 | 38.6 mi | 41m |
| East Baldwin Road | 6.6 mi | 9m |
| US 23 BUS | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Perry Road | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| McCandlish Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Vassar Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Torrey Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| South Saginaw Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
US 23
— 38.6 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Atlas, MI and Ann Arbor, MI.
1
Start on Gale Road
18 ft
·
0 sec
·
Gale Road
2
Turn left onto Perry Road
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Perry Road
3
Turn left onto Vassar Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Vassar Road
4
Turn right onto McCandlish Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
McCandlish Road
5
Turn left onto South Saginaw Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Saginaw Road
6
Turn right onto East Baldwin Road
6.6 mi
·
9 min
·
East Baldwin Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Turn left onto Torrey Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Torrey Road
8
Turn right onto West Thompson Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Thompson Road
9
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Toward US 23 South: Ann Arbor
10
Merge onto US 23
39 mi
·
41 min
·
US 23
Toward US 23: Ann Arbor
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit onto US 23 BUS
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 23 BUS
Exit 45
Toward M 14 West: Ann Arbor
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit onto US 23 BUS
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 23 BUS
Exit 3
Toward US 23 BUS: Downtown Ann Arbor
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn left onto Depot Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Depot Street
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right
119 ft
·
6 sec
15
Continue on North State Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North State Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Arrive at destination
South State Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.9 miles from Atlas, 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 6.9 and 55.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
6.9 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
East Baldwin Road
Turn right onto East Baldwin Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
15.6 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the ramp toward US 23 South: Ann Arbor
Navigation decision point
Toward US 23 South: Ann Arbor
6
15.8 mi into trip
|
~25m in
|
US 23
Merge onto US 23 toward US 23: Ann Arbor
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 23: Ann Arbor
7
54.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 7m in
|
US 23 BUS
Take the exit onto US 23 BUS toward M 14 West: Ann Arbor
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 45
Toward M 14 West: Ann Arbor
7
55.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
|
US 23 BUS
Take the exit onto US 23 BUS toward US 23 BUS: Downtown Ann Arbor
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 3
Toward US 23 BUS: Downtown Ann Arbor
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.04 one way
$18.07 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.92 | $19.84 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.12 | $22.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.76 | $25.52 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.07 | $2.77 |
| Efficient EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.06 | $2.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.1 | 0 | $8.09 | $3.70 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Ann Arbor, MI
Morning in Ann Arbor on Tuesday
Local time
8:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
3 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
1h 13m 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?
This route is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 71% of the journey taking place on major roadways. You'll experience a longest stretch of 38.6 miles on US 23, offering a good opportunity to settle in and make consistent progress. While much of the drive will be on the freeway, expect to navigate some local roads like East Baldwin Road and US 23 BUS as you approach your destination. The character is largely about covering ground efficiently, with less emphasis on scenic detours and more on direct travel between points.
71% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 38.6 mi on US 23.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 23 and East Baldwin Road. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 6.9 miles in near East Baldwin Road.
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 57.8 miles you will encounter 12 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 6.9 miles (East Baldwin Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 15.8 miles (US 23): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
On the drive from Atlas, MI to Ann Arbor, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 14 West: Ann Arbor along the way.
M 14 West: Ann Arbor
54.4 mi in
|
~1h 7m
|
via US 23 BUS
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 57.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 38.6 miles on US 23. 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 Ann Arbor, 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 6.9 miles (East Baldwin Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.6 miles: Navigation decision point; at 15.8 miles (US 23): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Ann Arbor, 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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