How far is Ann Arbor, MI from Saint Joseph, MI?
The driving distance from Ann Arbor, MI to Saint Joseph, MI is about 147 miles (236.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 140.7 miles (226.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 31m 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
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 45m.
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.
Light Rain Likely
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ann Arbor and Saint Joseph.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ann Arbor and Saint Joseph.
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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
139.3 mi · 2 hr 29 min
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Take the exit slight right toward BL I-94: Benton Harbor, St Joseph, DOWNTOWN
1.6 mi · 3 min · BL I-94
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Continue on East Main Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · East Main Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Main Street
25 m · 4 sec · East Main Street
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Exit the roundabout onto East Main Street
1.2 km · 1 min · East Main Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West Main Street
27 m · 5 sec · West Main Street
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Exit the roundabout onto West Main Street
1158 ft · 25 sec · West Main Street
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Continue on North Wayne Street
1901 ft · 43 sec · North Wayne Street
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Turn straight onto Port Street
1066 ft · 33 sec · Port Street
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Turn left onto Main Street
103 m · 10 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ann Arbor and Saint Joseph.
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
139 mi · 02h 29m
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.
Light Rain Likely leaving Ann Arbor and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Saint Joseph.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ann Arbor to Saint Joseph?
The road trip is about 147 miles (236.5 km) and usually takes 02h 45m 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 73.3 miles from Ann Arbor and 73.7 miles from Saint Joseph.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 140.7 miles (226.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.3 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 12:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.57 one way or $39.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 46.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Ann Arbor and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Saint Joseph.
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 Saint Joseph. Straight-line distance: 140.69 mi (226.42 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 Saint Joseph
City in and county seat of Berrien County, Michigan
| Population | 8,290 |
| Coordinates | 42.1097600, -86.4800200 |
| Altitude | 193 |
| Country | United States |
End: Saint Joseph (-86.48002, 42.10976)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 237 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 50m |
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 | $19.57 | $39.14 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $22.07 | $44.15 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $24.15 | $48.31 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $27.53 | $55.06 |
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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