How far is Ann Arbor, MI from Birch Run, MI?

The driving distance from Ann Arbor, MI to Birch Run, MI is about 71.1 miles (114.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 20m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 67.3 miles (108.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 41m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
71.11 mi
01h 20m
Flight
67.3 mi
108.31 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
67.3 mi
Kilometers
108.31 km
Flight Time
00h 08m

Driving Distance

Road route
71.11 mi
Kilometers
114.44 km
Drive Time
01h 20m

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 20m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Birch Run
Fri, May 1, 8:48 AM EDT
Return by in Ann Arbor
Fri, May 1, 10:09 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Ann Arbor
2026-05-01T07:27
Arrive Birch Run
Fri, May 1, 8:48 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 20m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:21 AM to 11:21 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
3:48 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Ann Arbor
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Fenton
MI

City in Michigan

From Ann Arbor
35.6 mi
00h 40m
To Birch Run
35.5 mi
00h 40m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
51°F
Friday

Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, May 1 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 to 13 mph NW
Destination
49°F
Friday

Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Fri, May 1 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 to 12 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Ann Arbor and Birch Run.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Ann Arbor and Birch Run.

  1. 1

    Start on South State Street

    1325 ft · 43 sec · South State Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto East Huron Street

    2058 ft · 1 min · East Huron Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto North Main Street

    1.2 mi · 3 min · North Main Street

  4. 4

    Take the ramp straight toward M 14 East, US 23: Flint, Detroit

    835 ft · 20 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left

    1.1 mi · 1 min

  6. 6

    Keep left to continue on US 23 North: Flint

    66.8 mi · 1 hr 12 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward M 54, M 83: Birch Run, Frankenmuth

    914 ft · 27 sec

  8. 8

    Turn left onto Birch Run Road

    69 m · 4 sec · Birch Run Road

  9. 9

    Continue on Main Street

    1.5 km · 2 min · Main Street

  10. 10

    Turn right onto Maple Road

    100 m · 9 sec · Maple Road

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Maple Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Ann Arbor and Birch Run.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
11 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
15.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US 23 North
66.8 mi · 94%
M 14 East
1.25 mi · 2%
North Main Street
1.24 mi · 2%
Main Street
0.94 mi · 1%
East Huron Street
0.39 mi · 1%
South State Street
0.25 mi
Longest Stretch

US 23 North

Keep left to continue on US 23 North: Flint

66.8 mi · 01h 12m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 20m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 42m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+3.8 mi
67.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Fenton
00h 40m from Ann Arbor
Leave By
3:48 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving Ann Arbor and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Birch Run.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Ann Arbor to Birch Run?

The road trip is about 71.1 miles (114.4 km) and usually takes 01h 20m 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?

Fenton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.6 miles from Ann Arbor and 35.5 miles from Birch Run.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 67.3 miles (108.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.8 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 3:48 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.47 one way or $18.93 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny around Ann Arbor and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Birch Run.

Stop Ideas Near Fenton

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Fenton, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Fenton.

RAIL

Flint station

24 mi away
1407 South Dort Highway
RAIL

Durand Union Station

26 mi away
200 South Railroad St.
RAIL

Pontiac Transportation Center

38 mi away
51000 Woodward Avenue
RAIL

Lapeer station

43 mi away
73 Howard St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Ann Arbor and Birch Run. Straight-line distance: 67.3 mi (108.31 km).

Ann Arbor

#1 Ann Arbor

The most populous city in Washtenaw County, Michigan.

Population119,280
Coordinates42.2775600, -83.7408800
Altitude269
CountryUnited States
Birch Run

#2 Birch Run

Village in Michigan, United States

Population1,469
Coordinates43.2508600, -83.7941300
Altitude193
CountryUnited States
Start: Ann Arbor (-83.74088, 42.27756)
End: Birch Run (-83.79413, 43.25086)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 114 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 22m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 46m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 25m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 11m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 00m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 53m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.51 gal
9.5 L · about $9.47
Round trip
$18.93
5.02 gal · 19 L
Estimated CO2
22.3 kg one way
Round trip: 44.6 kg / 98 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $9.47 $18.93
Mid-grade $4.25 $10.68 $21.35
Premium $4.65 $11.68 $23.36
Diesel $5.30 $13.31 $26.63

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Michigan · May 01, 2026

There is no time difference between Ann Arbor and Birch Run. The current time is 07:27:33.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.