How far is Ann Arbor, MI from Scottville, MI?
The driving distance from Ann Arbor, MI to Scottville, MI is about 230.8 miles (371.4 km), with a travel time of about 04h 11m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 172.7 miles (277.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 22m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 11m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Kent County, Michigan, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ann Arbor and Scottville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ann Arbor and Scottville.
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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
14.8 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 96 West: Lansing
1893 ft · 42 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 96 West: Lansing, Brighton, Spencer Road
1555 ft · 24 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 96 West: Lansing
1463 ft · 22 sec
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Merge slight left
1.2 mi · 1 min
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Keep slight left
54.8 mi · 59 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 96 West: Grand Rapids
53.7 mi · 58 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 96 West, M 37 North: Muskegon
36.9 mi · 40 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 31 North: Muskegon, Ludington
2543 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
59.3 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 10 East, US 31: Clare, Traverse City
2372 ft · 1 min
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Continue straight
5.1 mi · 7 min
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Turn right
15 m · 4 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ann Arbor and Scottville.
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 31 North
Merge slight left
59.3 mi · 01h 01m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Ann Arbor and Chance Rain Showers near Scottville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ann Arbor to Scottville?
The road trip is about 230.8 miles (371.4 km) and usually takes 04h 11m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Lowell is a useful midpoint, sitting about 115.3 miles from Ann Arbor and 115.5 miles from Scottville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 172.7 miles (277.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 58.1 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:38 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.70 one way or $61.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 72.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Ann Arbor and Chance Rain Showers near Scottville.
Stop Ideas Near Lowell
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lowell.
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Holland station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ann Arbor and Scottville. Straight-line distance: 172.7 mi (277.93 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 Scottville
City in Mason County, Michigan, United States of America
| Population | 1,209 |
| Coordinates | 43.9547300, -86.2800800 |
| Altitude | 209 |
| Country | United States |
End: Scottville (-86.28008, 43.95473)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 371 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 46m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 52m |
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 | $30.70 | $61.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $34.62 | $69.24 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $37.88 | $75.77 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $43.17 | $86.35 |
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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