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Trip from Springville, MI to Ann Arbor, MI

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

52m

Distance

33 mi

53 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$5

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 13 min
4 AM
0h 49m ★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 56m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 50m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Springville, MI, MI

Springville, MI

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Downtown Ann Arbor, MI, MI

Ann Arbor, MI

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a quick excursion from Springville to Ann Arbor, you can expect a straightforward 33-mile trip that typically takes about 52 minutes. This drive is perfectly suited for a single-day outing, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. Budgeting for the trip is simple, as you will likely only need around $5 for fuel. You will travel entirely within the Midwest, moving between two points in Michigan. Because the route is short and efficient, it serves as an ideal connection between these two locations without requiring extensive travel time. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a day of errands, the journey is uncomplicated and easy to navigate.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 12 22.5 mi 32m
North Maple Road 4.5 mi 6m
Ann Arbor-Saline Road 2.1 mi 3m
Springville Highway 1.9 mi 4m
South Main Street 1 mi 2m
South State Street 0.5 mi 1m
East Hoover Avenue 0.5 mi 1m
Longest stretch: US 12 — 22.5 mi, about 32m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Springville, MI and Ann Arbor, MI.

1

Start on Springville Highway

1.9 mi · 4 min · Springville Highway
2

At end of road, turn right onto US 12

23 mi · 32 min · US 12
Use the straight / right lanes.
3

Turn left onto North Maple Road

4.5 mi · 6 min · North Maple Road
Use the left lane.
4

Turn right onto Ann Arbor-Saline Road

2.1 mi · 3 min · Ann Arbor-Saline Road
Use the right lane.
5

Continue on South Main Street

1.0 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
6

Turn right onto East Hoover Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · East Hoover Avenue
7

At end of road, turn left onto South State Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · South State Street
Use the left lane.
8

Arrive at destination

South State Street

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Saline, MI, MI

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Saline, MI

17 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.

Popular next leg

Saline, MI to Ann Arbor, MI

9 mi · 16m

Pacing Suggestions

Northfield, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Bridgewater, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 16.5 miles from Springville, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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 5

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.9 and 32.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
1.9 mi into trip | ~4m in | US 12

At end of road, turn right onto US 12

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes.
5
24.4 mi into trip | ~37m in | North Maple Road

Turn left onto North Maple Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
4
28.9 mi into trip | ~44m in | Ann Arbor-Saline Road

Turn right onto Ann Arbor-Saline Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
3
32 mi into trip | ~49m in | East Hoover Avenue

Turn right onto East Hoover Avenue

Navigation decision point

7
32.5 mi into trip | ~51m in | South State Street

At end of road, turn left onto South State Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$5.16 one way

$10.32 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 12 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $5.66 $11.33
premium $4.89 $6.35 $12.70
diesel $5.61 $7.29 $14.57

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$5

Estimated CO2 emission: 11.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 9.9 0 $3.47 $1.58
Efficient EV 8.3 0 $2.89 $1.32
EV Truck/SUV 13.2 0 $4.62 $2.11

Gas CO2

12 kg

EV CO2

4 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 14, 2026

Origin

Springville, MI

Late night in Springville on Tuesday

Local time

5:12 AM

EDT

Current temp

45°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Ann Arbor, MI

Late night in Ann Arbor on Tuesday

Local time

5:12 AM

EDT

Current temp

81°F

Mostly Sunny

WSW 15 mph 12% chance Live forecast

Dense Fog Advisory

Dense Fog Advisory issued April 14 at 3:43PM EDT until April 15 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Marquette MI

Flood Watch

Flood Watch issued April 14 at 3:39PM EDT until April 15 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Marquette MI

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

36 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

52m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a drive that leans heavily on highway travel, with approximately 68% of the journey spent on faster, more direct roads. You will spend the bulk of your time on US 12, which features a long, uninterrupted stretch of 22.5 miles. As you transition off the highway, the route shifts to North Maple Road and Ann Arbor-Saline Road to finalize your arrival. This highway-focused profile provides a consistent driving experience that prioritizes speed over winding backroads. While you shouldn't anticipate technical driving challenges, the shift from the open highway to local roads keeps the pace steady until you reach your destination.

68% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.5 mi on US 12.

How Hard Is This Drive?

3/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 12 and North Maple Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.9 miles in near US 12.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 52m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1.9 miles (US 12): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.4 miles (North Maple Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 28.9 miles (Ann Arbor-Saline Road): Lane positioning matters here.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

984 ft 762 ft

Total Climb

293 ft

Total Descent

359 ft

Highest Point

984 ft

~4.7 mi in

Elevation Range

222 ft

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 52m. Total distance: 33 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

52m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (68%). Straightforward navigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 22.5 miles on US 12. 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 1.9 miles (US 12): Lane positioning matters here; at 24.4 miles (North Maple Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 28.9 miles (Ann Arbor-Saline Road): 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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