If you are planning to travel from Hastings to Ann Arbor, expect a straightforward trip covering 102 miles. You should set aside approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes of total driving time for this excursion. Since the journey is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a one-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. Budget roughly $15 for fuel to complete the transit across this Midwest corridor. Because this is a high-speed, highway-focused drive, it is best suited for those looking to reach their destination efficiently rather than those seeking a leisurely scenic tour.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
51 miles from Hastings, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 7m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 94
67.3 mi
1h 12m
South State Highway 37
20.2 mi
28m
East Michigan Avenue
5.1 mi
6m
I 94 BL
3 mi
6m
Michigan Avenue West
2.5 mi
4m
South Hanover Street
1 mi
1m
West Hamblin Avenue
0.8 mi
1m
Bedford Road North
0.7 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 67.3 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hastings, MI and Ann Arbor, MI.
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Start on West Green Street
0.4 mi·56 sec·West Green Street
2
Turn right onto M 37
1.0 mi·1 min·South Hanover Street
3
Continue on M 37
20 mi·28 min·South State Highway 37
4
Continue on M 37
0.7 mi·1 min·Bedford Road North
5
Turn left onto M 89
2.5 mi·4 min·Michigan Avenue West
6
Turn right onto M 89
0.2 mi·17 sec·South Washington Avenue
7
Turn left onto West Hamblin Avenue
0.8 mi·1 min·West Hamblin Avenue
8
Continue on I 94 BL
352 ft·8 sec·Hamblin Street
9
Turn right onto I 94 BL
2.0 mi·2 min·East Michigan Avenue
10
Turn right onto I 94 BL
55 ft·4 sec·I 94 BL
11
Continue on I 94 BL; M 96
0.1 mi·7 sec·East Columbia Avenue
12
Merge onto I 94 BL; M 96
3.1 mi·3 min·East Michigan Avenue
13
Turn sharp left onto I 94 BL; M 311
349 ft·6 sec·11 Mile Road
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·34 sec
Toward I 94 East: Detroit
15
Merge onto I 94
67 mi·1 hr 11 min·I 94
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 94
0.6 mi·36 sec·I 94
Toward I 94, I 94 Business: Detroit, Ann Arbor
17
Take the exit onto I 94 BL
3.0 mi·6 min·I 94 BL
Exit 172Toward I 94 Business: Ann ArborUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn right onto South State Street
0.3 mi·35 sec·South State Street
19
Arrive at destination
South State Street
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 5-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. Since the trip is short and requires no planned stops, you can easily complete it in one go without needing to break up the drive. Keep in mind that the majority of your time is spent on I-94, so stay alert for typical interstate traffic patterns during peak hours. Budgeting your $15 for fuel before you head out will ensure you don't have to worry about stops along the way. Your best strategy is to embrace the simplicity of the route and enjoy the quick transition between Hastings and Ann Arbor.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 51 miles from Hastings, MI, or about 1h 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 67.3 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 22 miles or 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51 miles or 1h 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 42m
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 Hastings, 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 Hastings, MI
This is one driving day of about 102 miles and 2h 5m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Hastings, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 67.3 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.4 and 98.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.4 mi into trip|~0m in|M 37 / South Hanover Street
Turn right onto M 37 / South Hanover Street
Navigation decision point
5
31.1 mi into trip|~45m in|I 94 BL; M 311 / 11 Mile Road
Turn sharp left onto I 94 BL; M 311 / 11 Mile Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
7
31.1 mi into trip|~45m in
Take the exit toward I 94 East: Detroit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 94 East: Detroit
6
98.2 mi into trip|~1h 57m in|I 94
Keep slight right at fork onto I 94 toward I 94, I 94 Business: Detroit, Ann Arbor
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 94, I 94 Business: Detroit, Ann Arbor
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98.8 mi into trip|~1h 58m in|I 94 BL
Take the exit onto I 94 BL toward I 94 Business: Ann Arbor
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 172
Toward I 94 Business: Ann Arbor
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$15.95 one way
$31.89 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg36 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$17.51
$35.02
premium
$4.89
$19.63
$39.26
diesel
$5.61
$22.52
$45.04
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
30.6
0
$10.71
$4.90
Efficient EV
25.5
0
$8.92
$4.08
EV Truck/SUV
40.8
0
$14.28
$6.53
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Hastings, MI
Morning
in Hastings on Tuesday
Local time
9:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Ann Arbor, MI
Morning
in Ann Arbor on Tuesday
Local time
9:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Marshall, MI
51 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
2h 5m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is defined by its efficiency, with 89% of the journey spent on highways. You will navigate a mix of roads including South State Highway 37, East Michigan Avenue, and the primary artery, I-94. Be prepared for a long, consistent stretch of 67.3 miles spent entirely on I-94, which dictates the overall pace of the trip. The character of the drive transitions from local roads to a faster, more monotonous interstate environment. Expect a steady, highway-focused experience that prioritizes speed and directness over winding, technical backroads.
89% 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: 67.3 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and South State Highway 37. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near M 37 / South Hanover Street.
Driving Effort5/10
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 102 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 0.4 miles (M 37 / South Hanover Street): Navigation decision point; at 31.1 miles (I 94 BL; M 311 / 11 Mile Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 31.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,009 ft811 ft
Total Climb
358 ft
Total Descent
293 ft
Highest Point
1,009 ft
~51 mi in
Elevation Range
198 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 5m. Total distance: 102 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 67.3 miles on I 94. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (M 37 / South Hanover Street): Navigation decision point; at 31.1 miles (I 94 BL; M 311 / 11 Mile Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 31.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Ann Arbor, MI before heading back.
