How far is Ann Arbor, MI from Secord, MI?
The driving distance from Ann Arbor, MI to Secord, MI is about 144.5 miles (232.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 123.9 miles (199.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 33m 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 02h 46m.
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.
Village in 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 Secord.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ann Arbor and Secord.
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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
94.7 mi · 1 hr 42 min
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Keep slight left
26.6 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward M 61: Standish, Gladwin
2011 ft · 54 sec
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Turn left onto M-61
16.9 mi · 25 min · M-61
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Turn right onto Lakeshore Drive
2.7 mi · 7 min · Lakeshore Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Lakeshore Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ann Arbor and Secord.
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
94.7 mi · 01h 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.
Partly Sunny leaving Ann Arbor and Partly Sunny near Secord.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ann Arbor to Secord?
The road trip is about 144.5 miles (232.6 km) and usually takes 02h 46m 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?
Birch Run is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.3 miles from Ann Arbor and 72.3 miles from Secord.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 123.9 miles (199.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.6 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 12:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.23 one way or $38.46 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Ann Arbor and Partly Sunny near Secord.
Stop Ideas Near Birch Run
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 Birch Run.
Saginaw, MI
Flint station
Bay City, MI
Durand Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ann Arbor and Secord. Straight-line distance: 123.9 mi (199.4 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 Secord
Township in Gladwin County, Michigan
| Population | 1,141 |
| Coordinates | 44.0153000, -84.3477800 |
| Altitude | 224 |
| Country | United States |
End: Secord (-84.34778, 44.0153)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 233 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 48m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 03m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 48m |
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 | $19.23 | $38.46 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.69 | $43.38 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $23.74 | $47.47 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $27.05 | $54.10 |
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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