How far is Ann Arbor, MI from Pokagon, MI?
The driving distance from Ann Arbor, MI to Pokagon, MI is about 146.5 miles (235.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 127.4 miles (205 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 45m 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 02h 52m.
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.
Unincorporated community in Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ann Arbor and Pokagon.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ann Arbor and Pokagon.
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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
1.3 mi · 3 min · East Huron Street
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Continue on Jackson Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · Jackson Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 94 West: Jackson
1335 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left
115.7 mi · 2 hr 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward M 51: Decatur, Dowagiac
1605 ft · 56 sec
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Turn right onto 43rd Street
73 m · 4 sec · 43rd Street
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Continue on M-51
5.8 mi · 8 min · M-51
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Continue on State Highway 51
962 ft · 24 sec · State Highway 51
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Continue on East Delaware Street
1.6 km · 2 min · East Delaware Street
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Continue on State Highway 51
1.1 km · 1 min · State Highway 51
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Continue on M-51
12.7 mi · 17 min · M-51
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Continue on North Front Street
1366 ft · 40 sec · North Front Street
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Turn right onto West Prairie Ronde Street
1.2 km · 2 min · West Prairie Ronde Street
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Continue on North Paul Street
2395 ft · 1 min · North Paul Street
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Turn right onto Spruce Street
958 ft · 26 sec · Spruce Street
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Continue on M-51
5.6 mi · 8 min · M-51
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Turn slight left onto Pennsylvania Street
567 ft · 30 sec · Pennsylvania Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Pokagon Highway
26 m · 2 sec · Pokagon Highway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Pokagon Highway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ann Arbor and Pokagon.
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 West
Merge slight left
116 mi · 02h 04m
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 Sunny leaving Ann Arbor and Mostly Sunny near Pokagon.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ann Arbor to Pokagon?
The road trip is about 146.5 miles (235.7 km) and usually takes 02h 52m 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?
Brownlee Park is a useful midpoint, sitting about 73.1 miles from Ann Arbor and 73.4 miles from Pokagon.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 127.4 miles (205 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.1 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 12:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.50 one way or $38.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Ann Arbor and Mostly Sunny near Pokagon.
Stop Ideas Near Brownlee Park
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 Brownlee Park.
Battle Creek Transportation Center
Albion station
Kalamazoo Transportation Center
Jackson station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ann Arbor and Pokagon. Straight-line distance: 127.39 mi (205.01 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 Pokagon
Township in Cass County, Michigan
| Population | 1,969 |
| Coordinates | 41.9125500, -86.1764000 |
| Altitude | 225 |
| Country | United States |
End: Pokagon (-86.1764, 41.91255)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 236 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 49m |
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 | $19.50 | $38.99 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.99 | $43.98 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $24.06 | $48.12 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $27.42 | $54.84 |
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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