Origin
Edgemont Park, MI
Morning in Edgemont Park on Tuesday
Local time
6:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edgemont Park, 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 22m
Distance
68 mi
109 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 16m
★
6 AM
1h 22m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 25m
3 PM
1h 27m
5 PM
1h 34m
8 PM
1h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edgemont Park, MI
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Ann Arbor, MI
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Trip Overview
This 68.4-mile drive from Edgemont Park, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is a straightforward, turn-heavy local journey perfect for a single day trip. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 8 minutes behind the wheel, making it an easy excursion. The route primarily utilizes Gould Road and Dryer Farm Road, with a portion on West Saginaw Street, and features no highway driving, keeping you on more intimate local roads. With a projected fuel cost of around $10, this trip is budget-friendly. Given its manageable distance and duration, it’s an ideal option if you're looking for a convenient drive within the Midwest region.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 96 | 40 mi | 42m |
| US 23 | 14.1 mi | 15m |
| West Saginaw Street | 4.2 mi | 8m |
| US 127 | 4.1 mi | 4m |
| US 23 BUS | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| I 496 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North State Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Depot Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 40 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edgemont Park, MI and Ann Arbor, MI.
1
Start on Timber Drive
41 ft
·
1 sec
·
Timber Drive
2
Continue on Gould Road
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Gould Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto Dryer Farm Road
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
·
Dryer Farm Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto I 69 BL; M 43
4.2 mi
·
8 min
·
West Saginaw Street
5
Turn right onto North Howard Avenue
279 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Howard Avenue
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward US 127 South
7
Merge onto US 127
4.1 mi
·
4 min
·
US 127
8
Take the exit onto I 496
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 496
Exit 73A
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
Use the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto I 96
40 mi
·
42 min
·
I 96
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 148A-B
Toward US 23: Ann Arbor, Flint
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 148A
Toward US 23 South: Ann Arbor
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto US 23
14 mi
·
15 min
·
US 23
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
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.
14
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.
15
Turn left onto Depot Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Depot Street
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right
119 ft
·
6 sec
17
Continue on North State Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North State Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Arrive at destination
South State Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34 miles from Edgemont Park, 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 8.9 and 66.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
8.9 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
I 496
Take the exit onto I 496 toward I 96 East: Detroit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 73A
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
8
49.8 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Take the exit toward US 23: Ann Arbor, Flint
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 148A-B
Toward US 23: Ann Arbor, Flint
8
50.1 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 23 South: Ann Arbor
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 148A
Toward US 23 South: Ann Arbor
7
64.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m 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
66.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m 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
$10.63 one way
$21.26 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.67 | $23.34 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.09 | $26.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.01 | $30.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.14 | $3.26 |
| Efficient EV | 17 | 0 | $5.95 | $2.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.52 | $4.35 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Destination
Ann Arbor, MI
Morning in Ann Arbor on Tuesday
Local time
6:36 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 22m 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 characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll be navigating a series of turns and intersections rather than cruising on a straight highway. With zero highway share, expect a more engaged driving experience on local roads like Gould Road, Dryer Farm Road, and West Saginaw Street. The longest uninterrupted stretch is not specified, but the 'turn-heavy' profile suggests frequent adjustments. This kind of drive offers a consistent local feel throughout, allowing you to observe the immediate surroundings without the high speeds or monotony of interstate travel.
90% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 40 mi on I 96.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and US 23. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 8.9 miles in near I 496.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 68 miles you will encounter 14 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 8.9 miles (I 496): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 49.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 50.1 miles: 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Edgemont Park, MI and Ann Arbor, MI, road signs point toward Flint and M 14 West: Ann Arbor.
Flint
49.8 mi in
|
~59m
M 14 West: Ann Arbor
64.5 mi in
|
~1h 15m
|
via US 23 BUS
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 68 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 40 miles on I 96. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 4 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 8.9 miles (I 496): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 49.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 50.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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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