Quincy, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is 76.9 miles and takes about 1h 38m via I 94, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, traveling entirely within Michigan. Expect a mixed drive with a significant portion on the interstate, making it a straightforward and efficient journey. It's a relatively short distance, perfect for a single-day trip without feeling rushed. Consider this route if you need a direct and uncomplicated way to get from point A to point B.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38.4 miles from Quincy, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 52m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 94
35.3 mi
37m
East Chicago Road
14.8 mi
20m
Moscow Road
11.4 mi
15m
West Chicago Road
4.7 mi
6m
I 94 BL
3 mi
6m
M-60
2.9 mi
3m
Spring Arbor Road
2.3 mi
3m
East Chicago Street
1.1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 35.3 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Quincy, MI and Ann Arbor, MI.
1
Start on US 12
0.8 mi·1 min·East Chicago Street
2
Continue on US 12
5.3 mi·7 min·East Chicago Road
3
Continue on US 12; M 49
0.4 mi·40 sec·East Chicago Street
4
Continue on US 12; M 49
4.7 mi·6 min·West Chicago Road
5
Continue on US 12
0.5 mi·37 sec·West Chicago Street
6
Continue on US 12; M 99
9.5 mi·12 min·East Chicago Road
7
Turn left onto Moscow Road
11 mi·15 min·Moscow Road
8
Merge onto M 60
2.3 mi·3 min·Spring Arbor Road
9
Turn straight onto M 60
2.9 mi·3 min·M-60
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·57 sec
Toward I 94 East: Detroit
11
Merge onto I 94
35 mi·37 min·I 94
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 94
0.6 mi·36 sec·I 94
Toward I 94, I 94 Business: Detroit, Ann Arbor
13
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.
14
Turn right onto South State Street
0.3 mi·35 sec·South State Street
15
Arrive at destination
South State Street
Trip Plan
Given the short duration of 1 hour and 38 minutes, this trip offers a lot of flexibility. You can easily depart any time of day and still arrive with plenty of daylight. There are no specific stop recommendations provided for this route, suggesting you can make spontaneous stops as needed. However, since the longest stretch on I 94 is 35.3 miles, keep an eye on your fuel gauge and plan a stop before you leave Quincy or shortly after arriving in the Ann Arbor area, as fuel options might be more spaced out on the connecting local roads.
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 38.4 miles from Quincy, MI, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35.3 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 17 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.4 miles or 52m 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 21m
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 Quincy, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Quincy, MI
This is one driving day of about 76.9 miles and 1h 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Quincy, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 35.3 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 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 21.2 and 73.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
21.2 mi into trip|~29m in|Moscow Road
Turn left onto Moscow Road
Navigation decision point
4
32.6 mi into trip|~45m in|M 60 / Spring Arbor Road
Merge onto M 60 / Spring Arbor Road
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
37.8 mi into trip|~51m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 94 East: Detroit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 94 East: Detroit
6
73 mi into trip|~1h 30m 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
7
73.6 mi into trip|~1h 30m 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
$12.02 one way
$24.04 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg27 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$13.20
$26.40
premium
$4.89
$14.80
$29.60
diesel
$5.61
$16.98
$33.96
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
23.1
0
$8.07
$3.69
Efficient EV
19.2
0
$6.73
$3.08
EV Truck/SUV
30.8
0
$10.77
$4.92
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Quincy, MI
Morning
in Quincy on Tuesday
Local time
9:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Ann Arbor, MI
Morning
in Ann Arbor on Tuesday
Local time
9:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Jackson, MI
38 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
18 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 38m 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 features a mixed drive profile, with about 50% of the journey on highways like I 94. You'll experience stretches of faster-paced interstate driving, including one uninterrupted segment of 35.3 miles on I 94. Interspersed with the highway driving are sections on local roads such as East Chicago Road and Moscow Road. This blend means you'll transition between higher speeds and more local road conditions, offering a varied driving experience rather than a monotonous interstate grind.
50% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 35.3 mi on I 94.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 21.2 miles in near Moscow Road.
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 76.9 miles you will encounter 7 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 21.2 miles (Moscow Road): Navigation decision point; at 32.6 miles (M 60 / Spring Arbor Road): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 37.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 38m. Total distance: 76.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (50%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 35.3 miles on I 94. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 21.2 miles (Moscow Road): Navigation decision point; at 32.6 miles (M 60 / Spring Arbor Road): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 37.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Ann Arbor, MI before heading back.
