How far is Ann Arbor, MI from Grand Blanc, MI?
The driving distance from Ann Arbor, MI to Grand Blanc, MI is about 52 miles (83.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 45.2 miles (72.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 08m 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
Driving 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 01h 04m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Livingston County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
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Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ann Arbor and Grand Blanc.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ann Arbor and Grand Blanc.
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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
39.1 mi · 42 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Thompson Road
724 ft · 18 sec
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Turn right onto West Thompson Road
2556 ft · 1 min · West Thompson Road
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Turn left onto Torrey Road
1.5 mi · 2 min · Torrey Road
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Turn right onto West Baldwin Road
4.1 mi · 6 min · West Baldwin Road
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Turn left onto Dort Highway Extension
1.1 mi · 2 min · Dort Highway Extension
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Dort Highway Extension
44 m · 3 sec · Dort Highway Extension
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Exit the roundabout onto Dort Highway Extension
853 ft · 16 sec · Dort Highway Extension
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward South Dort Highway
28 m · 2 sec · South Dort Highway
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Exit the roundabout onto South Dort Highway
1752 ft · 30 sec · South Dort Highway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South Dort Highway
52 m · 3 sec · South Dort Highway
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Exit the roundabout onto South Dort Highway
2849 ft · 48 sec · South Dort Highway
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Turn right onto East Grand Blanc Road
654 ft · 18 sec · East Grand Blanc Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Grand Blanc Road
27 m · 2 sec · East Grand Blanc Road
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Exit the roundabout onto East Grand Blanc Road
1.1 mi · 3 min · East Grand Blanc Road
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Turn right onto South Saginaw Street
8 m · 1 sec · South Saginaw Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Saginaw Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ann Arbor and Grand Blanc.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 23 North
Keep left to continue on US 23 North: Flint
39.1 mi · 00h 42m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Ann Arbor and Showers And Thunderstorms near Grand Blanc.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ann Arbor to Grand Blanc?
The road trip is about 52 miles (83.7 km) and usually takes 01h 04m 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 26 miles from Ann Arbor and 26 miles from Grand Blanc.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 45.2 miles (72.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.8 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 4:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.94 one way or $13.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Ann Arbor and Showers And Thunderstorms near Grand Blanc.
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 Grand Blanc. Straight-line distance: 45.26 mi (72.84 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 Grand Blanc
City in Genesee County, Michigan, United States
| Population | 7,828 |
| Coordinates | 42.9275300, -83.6299500 |
| Altitude | 256 |
| Country | United States |
End: Grand Blanc (-83.62995, 42.92753)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 84 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
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 | $6.94 | $13.88 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.83 | $15.65 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.56 | $17.13 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.76 | $19.52 |
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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