How far is Adrian, MI from Ann Arbor, MI?
The driving distance from Adrian, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is about 36.2 miles (58.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 30.3 miles (48.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 53m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 56m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village in Michigan, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Adrian and Ann Arbor.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Adrian and Ann Arbor.
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Start on East Church Street
16 m · 7 sec · East Church Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · South Main Street
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Continue on State Highway 52
2428 ft · 52 sec · State Highway 52
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Continue on North Adrian Highway
6.7 mi · 10 min · North Adrian Highway
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Continue on State Highway 52
4.3 mi · 6 min · State Highway 52
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Turn right
14.6 mi · 22 min
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Turn left onto North Maple Road
4.5 mi · 7 min · North Maple Road
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Turn right onto Ann Arbor-Saline Road
2.1 mi · 3 min · Ann Arbor-Saline Road
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Continue on South Main Street
1 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto East Hoover Avenue
2609 ft · 2 min · East Hoover Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South State Street
2866 ft · 1 min · South State Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South State Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Adrian and Ann Arbor.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Longest stretch
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14.6 mi · 00h 22m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny leaving Adrian and Partly Cloudy near Ann Arbor.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Adrian to Ann Arbor?
The road trip is about 36.2 miles (58.3 km) and usually takes 00h 56m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Clinton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.9 miles from Adrian and 18.3 miles from Ann Arbor.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 30.3 miles (48.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.83 one way or $9.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Mostly Sunny around Adrian and Partly Cloudy near Ann Arbor.
Stop Ideas Near Clinton
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Clinton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Adrian and Ann Arbor. Straight-line distance: 30.34 mi (48.82 km).
#1 Adrian
City in Michigan, United States
| Population | 6,170 |
| Coordinates | 41.8975500, -84.0371700 |
| Altitude | 240 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ann Arbor
The most populous city in Washtenaw County, Michigan.
| Population | 119,280 |
| Coordinates | 42.2775600, -83.7408800 |
| Altitude | 269 |
| Country | United States |
End: South State Street (-83.740762, 42.277562)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 58 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 27m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $4.83 | $9.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.44 | $10.89 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.96 | $11.91 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.79 | $13.58 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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