Origin
Ferrysburg, MI
Afternoon in Ferrysburg on Tuesday
Local time
1:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
42°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ferrysburg, 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
3h 3m
Distance
163.8 mi
264 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 52m
★
6 AM
3h 4m
8 AM
3h 27m
10 AM
3h 12m
12 PM
3h 9m
3 PM
3h 13m
5 PM
3h 25m
8 PM
2h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ferrysburg, MI
Gupta Sahil
Ann Arbor, MI
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Trip Overview
This 163.8-mile drive from Ferrysburg to Ann Arbor, Michigan, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 3 hours and 3 minutes. Expect a highway-focused experience, with 94% of the journey on major roads like I-96 and US-23. With an estimated fuel cost of $26, it's an economical option for exploring between these two Midwest locations. This route offers a straightforward path, making it ideal for those who prefer efficient travel and want to maximize their time at their destination. You'll spend most of your time on interstates, covering a significant distance with minimal interruptions.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
81.9 miles from Ferrysburg, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 32m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 96 | 137.6 mi | 2h 27m |
| US 23 | 14.1 mi | 15m |
| Cleveland Street | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| US 23 BUS | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| West Savidge Street | 2 mi | 4m |
| North State Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Depot Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| 3rd Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 137.6 mi, about 2h 27m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ferrysburg, MI and Ann Arbor, MI.
1
Start on this road
64 ft
·
12 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto 174th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
174th Avenue
3
Continue on 3rd Street
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
3rd Street
4
Turn right onto M 104
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Pine Street
5
Continue on M 104
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
·
Savage Street
Toward M 104: Spring Lake
6
Continue on M 104
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
West Savidge Street
7
Continue on M 104
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Cleveland Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Take the exit onto Exit 9
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Exit 9
Toward I 96 East: Grand Rapids
9
Merge onto I 96
87 mi
·
1 hr 33 min
·
I 96
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
51 mi
·
54 min
·
I 96
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
Exit 148A-B
Toward US 23: Ann Arbor, Flint
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Exit 148A
Toward US 23 South: Ann Arbor
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto US 23
14 mi
·
15 min
·
US 23
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
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.
15
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.
16
Turn left onto Depot Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Depot Street
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right
119 ft
·
6 sec
18
Continue on North State Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North State Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
19
Arrive at destination
South State Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of just over 3 hours, this route is perfect for a day trip, offering flexibility in your departure time. Leaving Ferrysburg in the morning will allow you to arrive in Ann Arbor with plenty of daylight. The longest stretch without a major change in road is 137.6 miles on I-96, so plan your first fuel or rest stop before embarking on that segment. With a fuel cost estimated at $26, it's a budget-friendly journey. Keep an eye out for transitions between I-96 and US-23 as you approach your destination.
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 81.9 miles from Ferrysburg, MI, or about 1h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 137.6 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 36 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.9 miles or 1h 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 29m
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 Ferrysburg, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Ferrysburg, MI
This is one driving day of about 163.8 miles and 3h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Ferrysburg, 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 96 for about 137.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
82 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 81.9 miles from Ferrysburg, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 96 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 137.6 miles.
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 94.9 and 161.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
94.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 46m in
|
I 96
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96 toward I 96 East: Detroit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
8
145.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 41m 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
145.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 41m 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
160.4 mi into trip
|
~2h 57m 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
161.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 59m 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
$25.61 one way
$51.22 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
57 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $28.12 | $56.23 |
| premium | $4.89 | $31.52 | $63.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.16 | $72.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49.1 | 0 | $17.20 | $7.86 |
| Efficient EV | 41 | 0 | $14.33 | $6.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 65.5 | 0 | $22.93 | $10.48 |
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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
Afternoon in Ann Arbor on Tuesday
Local time
1:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
22 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
3h 3m 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 drive is predominantly a highway-focused experience, with 94% of the mileage on major arteries. You'll spend a considerable amount of time on I-96, including the longest uninterrupted stretch of 137.6 miles. As you transition to US-23, the character remains largely consistent with high-speed travel. While some local roads like Cleveland Street are involved, they constitute a small portion of the overall journey. Expect a smooth, efficient drive primarily on well-maintained interstates, allowing for steady progress towards Ann Arbor.
94% 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: 137.6 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 94.9 miles in near I 96.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 163.8 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 94.9 miles (I 96): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 145.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 145.9 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.
On the drive from Ferrysburg, MI to Ann Arbor, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Flint along the way.
Flint
145.6 mi in
|
~2h 41m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 3m. Total distance: 163.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 137.6 miles on I 96. 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 94.9 miles (I 96): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 145.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 145.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 3.1 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Ann Arbor, MI, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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