Origin
Birch Run, MI
Morning in Birch Run on Tuesday
Local time
7:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Birch Run, 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 19m
Distance
70.8 mi
114 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Birch Run, MI
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Ann Arbor, MI
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Trip Overview
Birch Run to Ann Arbor is 70.8 miles and takes about 1 hour 19 minutes via US 23 and I 75, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within Michigan, connecting two points in the Midwest region. It's a straightforward drive that's ideal for a quick trip, especially if you're looking for an easy transit day. You'll find it's mostly highway, making for a predictable and efficient travel time.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 23 | 45.4 mi | 48m |
| I 75 | 20.9 mi | 22m |
| US 23 BUS | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| North State Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Depot Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Maple Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South State Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US 23
— 45.4 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Birch Run, MI and Ann Arbor, MI.
1
Start on Maple Road
327 ft
·
9 sec
·
Maple Road
2
Turn left onto Main Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 75 South, US 23
Use the right lane.
4
Merge onto I 75; US 23
9.9 mi
·
10 min
·
I 75; US 23
5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23
11 mi
·
11 min
·
I 75; US 23
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 23
45 mi
·
48 min
·
US 23
Toward US 23: Ann Arbor
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
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.
8
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.
9
Turn left onto Depot Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Depot Street
Use the left lane.
10
Turn right
119 ft
·
6 sec
11
Continue on North State Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North State Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Arrive at destination
South State Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.4 miles from Birch Run, 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.9 and 69.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 South, US 23
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 75 South, US 23
7
22 mi into trip
|
~25m 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
67.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m 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
68.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m 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
5
69.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
Depot Street
Turn left onto Depot Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.07 one way
$22.14 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.15 | $24.31 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.62 | $27.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.63 | $31.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.43 | $3.40 |
| Efficient EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.19 | $2.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.3 | 0 | $9.91 | $4.53 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
7:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
61°F
Hartland, MI
35 mi in
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 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 19m 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?
You'll be on highways for about 97% of this drive, covering a substantial 45.4 miles on US 23 as a single stretch. Expect a consistent cruising experience with frequent exits due to the high highway percentage. The transition to surface roads will likely occur closer to your destination in Ann Arbor.
97% 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: 45.4 mi on US 23.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 23 and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 70.8 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22 miles (US 23): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 67.4 miles (US 23 BUS): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 70.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 45.4 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 0.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22 miles (US 23): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 67.4 miles (US 23 BUS): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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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