Origin
Wixom, MI
Morning in Wixom on Tuesday
Local time
11:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wixom, MI to Ann Arbor, MI
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
38m
Distance
29.9 mi
48 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
★
6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 45m
8 PM
0h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wixom, MI
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Ann Arbor, MI
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Wixom to Ann Arbor, you can expect a straightforward trip covering 29.9 miles. This highway-focused drive typically takes about 38 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day journey. With a fuel budget of just $5, it is an incredibly economical route that requires no overnight stops. Navigating between these two Midwest locations is efficient, as you will rely primarily on I-96, US 23, and Pontiac Trail. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a change of scenery, the simplicity of this short distance offers great flexibility for your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 23 | 14.5 mi | 15m |
| I 96 | 6.2 mi | 6m |
| Pontiac Trail | 4.2 mi | 7m |
| US 23 BUS | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| North State Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Depot Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| South Milford Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Wixom Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 23
— 14.5 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wixom, MI and Ann Arbor, MI.
1
Start on North Wixom Road
156 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Wixom Road
2
Turn right onto Pontiac Trail
4.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Pontiac Trail
3
Turn left onto South Milford Road
520 ft
·
11 sec
·
South Milford Road
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward I 96 West: Lansing
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 96
6.2 mi
·
6 min
·
I 96
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
11 sec
Exit 148A; 147; 147B
Toward US 23 South, US 23 North: Ann Arbor, Spencer Road, Flint
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
45 sec
Toward US 23 South: Spencer Road, Brighton, Ann Arbor
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 148A
Toward US 23 South: Ann Arbor
Use the right lane.
9
Merge onto US 23
15 mi
·
15 min
·
US 23
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
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.
11
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.
12
Turn left onto Depot Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Depot Street
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right
119 ft
·
6 sec
14
Continue on North State Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North State Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Arrive at destination
South State Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 4.3 and 28 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
4.3 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the ramp toward I 96 West: Lansing
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 96 West: Lansing
8
10.9 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward US 23 South, US 23 North: Ann Arbor, Spencer Road, 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; 147; 147B
Toward US 23 South, US 23 North: Ann Arbor, Spe...
8
11.7 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 23 South: Ann Arbor
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 148A
Toward US 23 South: Ann Arbor
7
26.5 mi into trip
|
~32m 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
28 mi into trip
|
~34m 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
$4.67 one way
$9.35 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.13 | $10.26 |
| premium | $4.89 | $5.75 | $11.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.60 | $13.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9 | 0 | $3.14 | $1.44 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.62 | $1.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12 | 0 | $4.19 | $1.91 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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 Tuesday
Local time
11:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
1 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive defined by speed and efficiency, with 77% of the route taking place on highways. You will settle into a steady pace quickly, highlighted by a longest uninterrupted stretch of 14.5 miles spent on US 23. The transition from the Wixom area toward Ann Arbor feels like a classic interstate transit, moving you swiftly through the Michigan landscape. While the road is mostly focused on high-speed connectivity, the mix of I-96 and US 23 ensures you spend the majority of your 38-minute trip maintaining a consistent flow. It is a functional, no-nonsense path that prioritizes getting you to your destination without unnecessary complications.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.5 mi on US 23.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 23 and I 96. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 29.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 38m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 10.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
964 ft
814 ft
Total Climb
210 ft
Total Descent
265 ft
Highest Point
964 ft
~2.1 mi in
Elevation Range
151 ft
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.
Between Wixom, MI and Ann Arbor, MI, road signs point toward Flint, Brighton and M 14 West: Ann Arbor.
Flint
10.9 mi in
|
~15m
Brighton
11.1 mi in
|
~15m
M 14 West: Ann Arbor
26.5 mi in
|
~32m
|
via US 23 BUS
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 38m. Total distance: 29.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.5 miles on US 23. 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.
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 4.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 10.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.7 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, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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