How far is Ann Arbor, MI from Clio, MI?

The driving distance from Ann Arbor, MI to Clio, MI is about 66.7 miles (107.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 16m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 62.2 miles (100.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 32m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
66.75 mi
01h 16m
Flight
62.18 mi
100.07 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
62.18 mi
Kilometers
100.07 km
Flight Time
00h 07m

Driving Distance

Road route
66.75 mi
Kilometers
107.43 km
Drive Time
01h 16m

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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 01h 16m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Clio
Fri, May 1, 7:36 PM EDT
Return by in Ann Arbor
Fri, May 1, 8:52 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Ann Arbor
2026-05-01T18:19
Arrive Clio
Fri, May 1, 7:36 PM EDT
Route Timing
01h 16m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:16 AM to 11:16 AM EDT

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

Leave by
3:58 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
33.4 mi
00h 38m
To Clio
33.4 mi
00h 38m

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

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 Clio.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Ann Arbor and Clio.

  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

    61.6 mi · 1 hr 6 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward M 57: Montrose, Clio

    1611 ft · 43 sec

  8. 8

    Turn right onto West Vienna Road

    1.2 mi · 2 min · West Vienna Road

  9. 9

    Continue on West Vienna Street

    2683 ft · 1 min · West Vienna Street

  10. 10

    Turn left onto North Mill Street

    61 m · 6 sec · North Mill Street

  11. 11

    Turn right

    30 m · 9 sec

  12. 12

    Turn right

    44 m · 11 sec

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

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

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
13 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
19.5 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US 23 North
61.6 mi · 92%
M 14 East
1.25 mi · 2%
North Main Street
1.24 mi · 2%
West Vienna Road
1.15 mi · 2%
West Vienna Street
0.51 mi · 1%
East Huron Street
0.39 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

US 23 North

Keep left to continue on US 23 North: Flint

61.6 mi · 01h 06m

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 16m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 32m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+4.5 mi
62.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Fenton
00h 38m from Ann Arbor
Leave By
3:58 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Areas Of Frost then Mostly Sunny leaving Ann Arbor and Partly Sunny near Clio.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Ann Arbor to Clio?

The road trip is about 66.7 miles (107.4 km) and usually takes 01h 16m 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 33.4 miles from Ann Arbor and 33.4 miles from Clio.

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

The direct path is about 62.2 miles (100.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.5 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 3:58 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.90 one way or $17.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 21 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 near Clio.

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 Clio. Straight-line distance: 62.18 mi (100.07 km).

Ann Arbor

#1 Ann Arbor

The most populous city in Washtenaw County, Michigan.

Population119,280
Coordinates42.2775600, -83.7408800
Altitude269
CountryUnited States
Clio

#2 Clio

City in Michigan, United States

Population2,480
Coordinates43.1775300, -83.7341300
Altitude220
CountryUnited States
Start: Ann Arbor (-83.74088, 42.27756)
End: Clio (-83.73413, 43.17753)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 107 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 13m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 40m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 20m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 06m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 57m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 49m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.36 gal
8.92 L · about $8.90
Round trip
$17.80
4.72 gal · 17.84 L
Estimated CO2
21 kg one way
Round trip: 41.9 kg / 92 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $8.90 $17.80
Mid-grade $4.25 $10.04 $20.07
Premium $4.65 $10.98 $21.97
Diesel $5.30 $12.52 $25.03

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 Clio. The current time is 18:19:50.

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.