How far is Ann Arbor, MI from Clarkston, MI?
The driving distance from Ann Arbor, MI to Clarkston, MI is about 47.8 miles (76.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 05m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.7 miles (57.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 05m.
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 Livingston County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Clear
Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ann Arbor and Clarkston.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ann Arbor and Clarkston.
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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
2058 ft · 1 min · East Huron Street
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Turn right onto North Main Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · North Main Street
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Take the ramp straight toward M 14 East, US 23: Flint, Detroit
835 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left
1.1 mi · 1 min
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Keep left to continue on US 23 North: Flint
22.4 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit slight right toward M 59: Howell, Pontiac
1550 ft · 38 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on M 59 East: Pontiac
93 m · 9 sec
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Merge slight left onto Highland Road
10.5 mi · 15 min · Highland Road
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Take the exit slight left
43 m · 10 sec
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Turn left onto Highland Road
704 ft · 12 sec · Highland Road
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Turn right onto Ormond Road
2.6 mi · 4 min · Ormond Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto White Lake Road
5.5 mi · 9 min · White Lake Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Andersonville Road
2557 ft · 53 sec · Andersonville Road
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Turn left onto White Lake Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · White Lake Road
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Continue on South Holcomb Road
845 ft · 31 sec · South Holcomb Road
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Turn right onto West Washington Street
906 ft · 33 sec · West Washington Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Washington Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ann Arbor and Clarkston.
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.
US 23 North
Keep left to continue on US 23 North: Flint
22.4 mi · 00h 24m
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.
Mostly Clear leaving Ann Arbor and Mostly Clear near Clarkston.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ann Arbor to Clarkston?
The road trip is about 47.8 miles (76.9 km) and usually takes 01h 05m 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?
Hartland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.9 miles from Ann Arbor and 23.9 miles from Clarkston.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.7 miles (57.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.1 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:20 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.22 one way or $14.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Ann Arbor and Mostly Clear near Clarkston.
Stop Ideas Near Hartland
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 Hartland.
Durand Union Station
Pontiac Transportation Center
Flint station
Ann Arbor station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ann Arbor and Clarkston. Straight-line distance: 35.66 mi (57.39 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 Clarkston
Clarkston is a place in Michigan, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 42.7358600, -83.4188300 |
| Altitude | 306 |
| Country | United States |
End: Clarkston (-83.41883, 42.73586)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 77 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.27 | $7.22 | $14.44 |
| Mid-grade | $4.96 | $8.39 | $16.78 |
| Premium | $5.56 | $9.39 | $18.79 |
| Diesel | $6.58 | $11.12 | $22.24 |
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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