How far is Ann Arbor, MI from Almena, MI?
The driving distance from Ann Arbor, MI to Almena, MI is about 114.3 miles (183.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 13m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 106.6 miles (171.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 26m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 13m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Calhoun County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Light Rain Likely
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ann Arbor and Almena.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ann Arbor and Almena.
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Start on South State Street
1325 ft · 43 sec · South State Street
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Turn left onto East Huron Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · East Huron Street
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Continue on Jackson Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · Jackson Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 94 West: Jackson
1335 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
105.9 mi · 1 hr 54 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Mattawan
1211 ft · 30 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward North Main Street
7 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
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Exit the roundabout onto North Main Street
2289 ft · 1 min · North Main Street
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Continue on County Road 652
2575 ft · 1 min · County Road 652
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Turn left onto Red Arrow Highway
1.2 km · 1 min · Red Arrow Highway
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Turn right onto County Road 652
2.4 mi · 6 min · County Road 652
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At the end of the road, turn left onto County Road 375
1.3 mi · 3 min · County Road 375
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Turn right onto County Road 653
6 m · 1 sec · County Road 653
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · County Road 653
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ann Arbor and Almena.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 94 West
Merge slight left
106 mi · 01h 54m
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.
Light Rain Likely leaving Ann Arbor and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Almena.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ann Arbor to Almena?
The road trip is about 114.3 miles (183.9 km) and usually takes 02h 13m 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?
Marengo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 57 miles from Ann Arbor and 57.3 miles from Almena.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 106.6 miles (171.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.7 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 2:04 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.20 one way or $30.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 35.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Ann Arbor and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Almena.
Stop Ideas Near Marengo
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 Marengo.
Albion station
Battle Creek Transportation Center
Jackson station
East Lansing station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ann Arbor and Almena. Straight-line distance: 106.57 mi (171.51 km).
#1 Ann Arbor
The most populous city in Washtenaw County, Michigan.
| Population | 119,280 |
| Coordinates | 42.2775600, -83.7408800 |
| Altitude | 269 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Almena
Township in Van Buren County, Michigan
| Population | 5,196 |
| Coordinates | 42.2647600, -85.8252900 |
| Altitude | 231 |
| Country | United States |
End: Almena (-85.82529, 42.26476)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 184 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 25m |
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 | $15.20 | $30.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $17.14 | $34.28 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $18.76 | $37.51 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $21.38 | $42.75 |
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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