How far is Ann Arbor, MI from Detroit Beach, MI?
The driving distance from Ann Arbor, MI to Detroit Beach, MI is about 45 miles (72.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32 miles (51.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 52m 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.
City in Wayne County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ann Arbor and Detroit Beach.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ann Arbor and Detroit Beach.
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Start on South State Street
2.8 mi · 7 min · South State Street
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 94 East: Detroit
1246 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
17.1 mi · 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 275 South: Toledo
2872 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
16.5 mi · 18 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 75 South: Toledo
1.1 km · 43 sec
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Merge slight left onto Detroit-Toledo Expressway
4.3 mi · 5 min · Detroit-Toledo Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward Dixie Highway, Downtown Monroe
2435 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto North Dixie Highway
1.8 mi · 3 min · North Dixie Highway
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Turn right onto Grand Boulevard
1256 ft · 57 sec · Grand Boulevard
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Turn left onto 8th Street
1077 ft · 48 sec · 8th Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Bronson Street
26 m · 5 sec · Bronson Street
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Turn right onto Navarre Boulevard
35 m · 5 sec · Navarre Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Navarre Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ann Arbor and Detroit Beach.
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 East
Merge slight left
17.1 mi · 00h 18m
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.
Slight Chance Snow Showers leaving Ann Arbor and Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Detroit Beach.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ann Arbor to Detroit Beach?
The road trip is about 45 miles (72.5 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?
Romulus is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.5 miles from Ann Arbor and 22.6 miles from Detroit Beach.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32 miles (51.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 13 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 4:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.00 one way or $11.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Snow Showers around Ann Arbor and Slight Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Detroit Beach.
Stop Ideas Near Romulus
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 Romulus.
Greenfield Village, Michigan
John D. Dingell Transit Center
Ann Arbor station
Detroit
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ann Arbor and Detroit Beach. Straight-line distance: 31.99 mi (51.48 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 Detroit Beach
Unincorporated community in Michigan
| Population | 2,087 |
| Coordinates | 41.9311600, -83.3268800 |
| Altitude | 175 |
| Country | United States |
End: Detroit Beach (-83.32688, 41.93116)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 72 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
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 | $6.00 | $11.99 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.76 | $13.52 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.40 | $14.80 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.43 | $16.87 |
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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