Selma, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is 424.8 miles and takes about 7h 56m via I 75 and US 23, with a fuel budget near $66 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest region, specifically within Michigan, making it a straightforward drive. You'll spend most of your time on the highway, so plan for efficient travel. With only two recommended stops and a single day of driving, this route is ideal for those looking to get from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
212.4 miles from Selma, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 4h 13m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
229.2 mi
3h 56m
US 2
65.1 mi
1h 15m
US 23
45.4 mi
48m
M-28/M-94
34.1 mi
40m
M 77
17.3 mi
20m
Tunteri Road
15.6 mi
21m
M 94
10.2 mi
15m
US 23 BUS
2.4 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 229.2 mi, about 3h 56m
Traffic on I-75
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 36 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,617 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,601
Quietest
2 AM
~82 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
19.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Selma, MI and Ann Arbor, MI.
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Start on Selma Road
1.7 mi·4 min·Selma Road
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Continue on North Lawson Road
1.4 mi·5 min·North Lawson Road
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Turn left onto M 94
10 mi·15 min·M 94
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Turn right onto M 94
1.0 mi·1 min·Rock River Road
5
Turn left onto M 94
16 mi·21 min·Tunteri Road
6
At end of road, turn right onto M 28; M 94
34 mi·40 min·M-28/M-94
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Turn sharp right onto M 77
17 mi·20 min·M 77
8
At end of road, turn left onto US 2
65 mi·1 hr 15 min·US 2
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·44 sec
Toward I 75 South: Mackinac Bridge
10
Merge onto I 75
94 mi·1 hr 37 min·I 75
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
124 mi·2 hr 7 min·I 75
Toward I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
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Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23
11 mi·11 min·I 75; US 23
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Keep slight right at fork onto US 23
45 mi·48 min·US 23
Toward US 23: Ann ArborUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit onto US 23 BUS
1.5 mi·1 min·US 23 BUS
Exit 45Toward M 14 West: Ann ArborUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit onto US 23 BUS
0.9 mi·1 min·US 23 BUS
Exit 3Toward US 23 BUS: Downtown Ann ArborUse 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
To make the most of this 7h 56m drive, consider an early morning departure from Selma, MI, to avoid any potential rush hour traffic as you get closer to Ann Arbor. With only two recommended stops, you can plan them strategically, perhaps one around the halfway point to stretch your legs and refuel. The longest stretch is 229.2 miles on I 75, so ensure you have sufficient fuel before embarking on that segment. While the total drive is manageable in a single day, the 424.8 miles mean you'll want to stay focused, especially during the final miles on surface roads.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 212.4 miles from Selma, MI, or about 4h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 229.2 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 93 miles or 2h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 212.4 miles or 4h 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 49m
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 Selma, 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.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Selma, MI
This is one driving day of about 424.8 miles and 7h 56m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 93 miles from Selma, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 229.2 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 29.9 and 422.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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29.9 mi into trip|~48m in|M 28; M 94 / M-28/M-94
At end of road, turn right onto M 28; M 94 / M-28/M-94
Navigation decision point
6
240.9 mi into trip|~4h 42m in|I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
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376 mi into trip|~7h 1m in|US 23
Keep slight right at fork onto US 23 toward US 23: Ann Arbor
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 23: Ann Arbor
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421.4 mi into trip|~7h 50m 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
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422.9 mi into trip|~7h 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
$62.73 one way
$125.47 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg149 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$69.26
$138.51
premium
$4.72
$78.87
$157.74
diesel
$4.80
$80.21
$160.42
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$63
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$88–$113
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 148.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $45 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
127.4
1
$44.60
$20.39
Efficient EV
106.2
1
$37.17
$16.99
EV Truck/SUV
169.9
2
$59.47
$27.19
Gas CO2
149 kg
EV CO2
50 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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 Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Selma, MI
Morning
in Selma on Sunday
Local time
11:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Smoke
SE 0 to 5 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Ann Arbor, MI
Morning
in Ann Arbor on Sunday
Local time
11:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Smoke
E 1 to 5 mph0% chanceLive 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
8 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
7h 56m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore
National Lakeshore
Sandstone cliffs, beaches, waterfalls, sand dunes, inland lakes, deep forest, and wild shoreline beckon you to visit Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. The power of Lake Superior shapes the park's coa...
15 mi from route
~38 min detour
$25
near mile 43.9
Park Closure: Munising Falls Trail Closed Until Further Notice
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is primarily on highways, with 81% of the 424.8 miles covered on major roads like I 75 and US 23. You'll experience a long stretch of 229.2 miles on I 75, which means extended periods of consistent cruising. Expect the highway portion to conclude around mile 342, transitioning to surface roads for the final segment into Ann Arbor. This transition might involve more frequent exits and local traffic as you approach your destination.
81% 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: 229.2 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and US 2. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 29.9 miles in near M 28; M 94 / M-28/M-94.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 424.8 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 29.9 miles (M 28; M 94 / M-28/M-94): Navigation decision point; at 240.9 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 376 miles (US 23): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,305 ft588 ft
Total Climb
1,169 ft
Total Descent
1,365 ft
Highest Point
1,305 ft
~212.4 mi in
Elevation Range
716 ft
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 Selma, MI to Ann Arbor, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Detroit along the way.
Ann Arbor — often abbreviated as AA or A2 — is a picturesque city surrounding the University of Michigan. It has a strong bent toward the arts, and an attractive and pedestrian-friendly downtown. Visitors enjoy the city's wonderful sidewalk cafe dining, unique shops, lots of bookstores, and abundant cultural opportunities.
Ann Arbor is in Michigan 35 miles (56 km) north of the Ohio border and 45 miles (72 km) west of Detroit, near where the furthest exurban fringes give way to country and small towns. In 2019, the city had a population of about 120,000 people, and thousands of visitors come to town for football games and various festivals.
Top landmarks
•Detroit Observatory — astronomical observatory in Ann Arbor, United States of America
•Kelsey Museum of Archaeology — archaeology museum in Newberry Hall
•Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum — museum in Ann Arbor, Michigan, USA
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 56m. Total distance: 424.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 56m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 229.2 miles on I 75. 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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 29.9 miles (M 28; M 94 / M-28/M-94): Navigation decision point; at 240.9 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 376 miles (US 23): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.9 hours each way, a round trip means 15.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Ann Arbor, MI before the return drive.
