This 251.1-mile journey from Bingham to Ann Arbor, Michigan, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 4 hours and 54 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-75 and US-23, this highway-focused route keeps you moving efficiently through the Midwest. With an estimated fuel cost of $39, it's an economical option for a straightforward trip. While there's one recommended stop, the drive is structured to allow you to reach your destination without an overnight stay. This is a practical drive for getting from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
125.6 miles from Bingham, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 40m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
135.1 mi
2h 18m
US 23
45.4 mi
48m
M-72 West
31 mi
42m
East M 72
8.4 mi
11m
South West Bay Shore Drive
7.7 mi
11m
BL I 75
4.2 mi
4m
US 31 North
3.8 mi
6m
US 23 BUS
2.4 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 135.1 mi, about 2h 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bingham, MI and Ann Arbor, MI.
1
Start on CR 618
1.5 mi·3 min·East Bingham Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto M 22
7.7 mi·11 min·South West Bay Shore Drive
3
Turn slight left onto M 22
95 ft·6 sec·South West Bay Shore Drive
4
Turn left onto M 22; M 72
1.2 mi·2 min·West Grandview Parkway
5
Turn right onto North Union Street
0.4 mi·58 sec·North Union Street
6
Turn left onto East Eighth Street
2.2 mi·4 min·East Eighth Street
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn right onto US 31; M 72
1.2 mi·2 min·Munson Avenue
8
Continue on US 31; M 72
3.8 mi·6 min·US 31 North
9
Turn right onto M 72
0.8 mi·1 min·East M 72
10
Enter roundabout onto M 72
116 ft·5 sec·East M 72
11
Continue on M 72
0.4 mi·35 sec·East M 72
12
Enter roundabout onto M 72
114 ft·1 sec·East M 72
13
Continue on M 72
7.2 mi·9 min·East M 72
14
Continue on M 72
7.7 mi·10 min·M-72 West
15
Continue on M 72
1.0 mi·1 min·West Mile Road Northwest
16
Turn right onto US 131; M 72; M 66
2.0 mi·3 min·North Cedar Street
17
Turn left onto M 72; M 66
23 mi·31 min·M-72 West
18
Continue on M 72; M 93
1.1 mi·2 min·M 72; M 93
Use the right lane.
19
Turn right onto BL I 75; M 72
1.4 mi·3 min·North James Street
Use the right lane.
20
Take the exit onto BL I 75
4.2 mi·4 min·BL I 75
Toward I 75 South
21
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
124 mi·2 hr 7 min·I 75
Toward I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
22
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23
11 mi·11 min·I 75; US 23
23
Keep slight right at fork onto US 23
45 mi·48 min·US 23
Toward US 23: Ann ArborUse the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit onto US 23 BUS
1.5 mi·1 min·US 23 BUS
Exit 45Toward M 14 West: Ann ArborUse the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit onto US 23 BUS
0.9 mi·1 min·US 23 BUS
Exit 3Toward US 23 BUS: Downtown Ann ArborUse the slight right lane.
26
Turn left onto Depot Street
0.4 mi·1 min·Depot Street
Use the left lane.
27
Turn right
119 ft·6 sec
28
Continue on North State Street
0.6 mi·1 min·North State Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
29
Arrive at destination
South State Street
Trip Plan
Given the 4 hour 54 minute duration, starting your drive in the morning will allow you to reach Ann Arbor with plenty of daylight remaining. Factor in one stop to break up the 251.1 miles, perhaps around the halfway point or where services are convenient. The longest stretch on I-75 is over 135 miles, so ensure you have adequate fuel before embarking on that segment. The $39 fuel estimate is helpful for budgeting, and since it's a single-day drive, you have the flexibility to depart when it suits you best, making it easy to manage your time.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 125.6 miles from Bingham, MI, or about 2h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 135.1 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 55 miles or 1h 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 125.6 miles or 2h 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 3m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ann Arbor, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bingham, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bingham, MI
This is one driving day of about 251.1 miles and 4h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 miles from Bingham, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 135.1 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 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 10.8 and 249.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
10.8 mi into trip|~18m in|East Eighth Street
Turn left onto East Eighth Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
61.6 mi into trip|~1h 32m in|BL I 75; M 72 / North James Street
Turn right onto BL I 75; M 72 / North James Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
202.3 mi into trip|~3h 59m in|US 23
Keep slight right at fork onto US 23 toward US 23: Ann Arbor
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 23: Ann Arbor
7
247.7 mi into trip|~4h 47m 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
249.2 mi into trip|~4h 49m 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
$39.26 one way
$78.51 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg88 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$43.10
$86.20
premium
$4.89
$48.32
$96.64
diesel
$5.61
$55.44
$110.88
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$39
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 87.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
75.3
0
$26.37
$12.05
Efficient EV
62.8
0
$21.97
$10.04
EV Truck/SUV
100.4
1
$35.15
$16.07
Gas CO2
88 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 15, 2026
Origin
Bingham, MI
Late night
in Bingham on Sunday
Local time
2:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Ann Arbor, MI
Late night
in Ann Arbor on Sunday
Local time
2:00 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
61°F
West Branch, MI
126 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
8 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
4h 54m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore
National Lakeshore
Miles of sand beach, bluffs that tower 450’ above Lake Michigan, lush forests, clear inland lakes, unique flora and fauna make up the natural world of Sleeping Bear Dunes. High dunes afford spectacula...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway experience on this trip, with 77% of the drive taking place on major roads like I-75, US-23, and M-72 West. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 135.1 miles on I-75, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of the journey. The profile is largely highway-focused, meaning you'll spend most of your time on faster-moving roads designed for longer distances. While not a winding scenic byway, it's a reliable route for covering ground effectively.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 135.1 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and US 23. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.8 miles in near East Eighth Street.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 251.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.8 miles (East Eighth Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 61.6 miles (BL I 75; M 72 / North James Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 202.3 miles (US 23): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
On the drive from Bingham, MI to Ann Arbor, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Detroit along the way.
Detroit
67.1 mi in|~1h 40m|via I 75
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 54m. Total distance: 251.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 135.1 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 Ann Arbor, 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 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.8 miles (East Eighth Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 61.6 miles (BL I 75; M 72 / North James Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 202.3 miles (US 23): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Ann Arbor, MI, but most travelers stay overnight.
