Origin
Ravenna, MI
Morning in Ravenna on Sunday
Local time
10:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
33°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ravenna, MI to Ann Arbor, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 56m
Distance
157.5 mi
253 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 45m
★
6 AM
2h 56m
8 AM
3h 18m
10 AM
3h 4m
12 PM
3h 2m
3 PM
3h 5m
5 PM
3h 17m
8 PM
2h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ravenna, MI
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Ann Arbor, MI
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Trip Overview
Planning a trip from Ravenna, MI, to Ann Arbor, MI? This drive covers 157.5 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 56 minutes. It's a straightforward, highway-focused journey, making it an excellent candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel cost estimated around $25, it's an economical option for exploring Michigan. The route primarily utilizes major highways, offering a consistent driving experience without the need for an overnight stop. This drive offers a practical way to travel between two points within the Midwest region.
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
78.7 miles from Ravenna, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 28m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 96 | 128.4 mi | 2h 17m |
| US 23 | 14.1 mi | 15m |
| South Ravenna Road | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| 48th Avenue | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| US 23 BUS | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Wilson Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| North State Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Depot Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 128.4 mi, about 2h 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ravenna, MI and Ann Arbor, MI.
1
Start on this road
103 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto B-35; B-72
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Main Street
3
Continue on B-35; B-72
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
William Street
4
Continue on B-35; B-72
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
South Ravenna Road
5
Turn left onto Wilson Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Wilson Road
6
Turn right onto 48th Avenue
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
48th Avenue
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward I 96 East: Grand Rapids
8
Merge onto I 96
78 mi
·
1 hr 23 min
·
I 96
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
51 mi
·
54 min
·
I 96
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
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
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour and 56-minute drive, starting your journey in the morning is advisable to avoid potential traffic as you approach Ann Arbor. With a relatively short duration, you have the flexibility to make stops as needed, though the data suggests only one is planned. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 128.4-mile stretch on I-96, as services might be less frequent. The estimated fuel cost of $25 is a good baseline, but it's always wise to have a little extra. A specific tip for this route: be prepared for the transition from I-96 to US-23, as this is a key point in your journey.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 78.7 miles from Ravenna, MI, or about 1h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 128.4 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 35 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 78.7 miles or 1h 28m 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ann Arbor, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Ravenna, 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 Ravenna, MI
This is one driving day of about 157.5 miles and 2h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Ravenna, 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 128.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
79 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 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 78.7 miles from Ravenna, 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 128.4 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 88.5 and 155.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
88.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 39m 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
139.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 33m 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
139.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 34m 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
154 mi into trip
|
~2h 49m 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
155.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 51m 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
$24.62 one way
$49.25 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
55 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $27.04 | $54.07 |
| premium | $4.89 | $30.31 | $60.62 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $34.77 | $69.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 55.1 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 | 47.3 | 0 | $16.54 | $7.56 |
| Efficient EV | 39.4 | 0 | $13.78 | $6.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 63 | 0 | $22.05 | $10.08 |
Gas CO2
55 kg
EV CO2
18 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 Sunday
Local time
10:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°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
32 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
2h 56m 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?
Expect a highway-centric experience on this route, with 92% of the drive taking place on major roads like I-96 and US-23. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 128.4 miles on I-96, meaning extended periods of consistent speed. This profile suggests a drive focused on efficient travel rather than leisurely sightseeing. While the initial and final segments might involve local roads like South Ravenna Road, the bulk of your time will be spent on the interstate.
92% 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: 128.4 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 88.5 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 13 significant decision points across 157.5 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 88.5 miles (I 96): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 139.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 139.6 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 Ravenna, MI to Ann Arbor, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Flint along the way.
Flint
139.2 mi in
|
~2h 33m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 56m. Total distance: 157.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 128.4 miles on I 96. 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.
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 88.5 miles (I 96): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 139.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 139.6 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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