How far is Ann Arbor, MI from Southgate, MI?
The driving distance from Ann Arbor, MI to Southgate, MI is about 33.7 miles (54.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 28.3 miles (45.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 35m 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 00h 47m.
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.
City in Michigan, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ann Arbor and Southgate.
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Start on South State Street
2.8 mi · 7 min · South State Street
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 94 East: Detroit
1246 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
17.1 mi · 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 275 South: Toledo
2872 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
1.7 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Metro Airport
2726 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto Eureka Road
9.4 mi · 15 min · Eureka Road
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Turn left onto Dix-Toledo Highway
1.4 mi · 3 min · Dix-Toledo Highway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Dix-Toledo Highway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ann Arbor and Southgate.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 94 East
Merge slight left
17.1 mi · 00h 18m
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 Southgate.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ann Arbor to Southgate?
The road trip is about 33.7 miles (54.3 km) and usually takes 00h 47m 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?
Belleville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.8 miles from Ann Arbor and 16.9 miles from Southgate.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 28.3 miles (45.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.4 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 4:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.49 one way or $8.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Ann Arbor and Mostly Sunny near Southgate.
Stop Ideas Near Belleville
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 Belleville.
Greenfield Village, Michigan
Ann Arbor station
John D. Dingell Transit Center
Detroit
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ann Arbor and Southgate. Straight-line distance: 28.32 mi (45.58 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 Southgate
City in Wayne County in the state of Michigan
| Population | 29,135 |
| Coordinates | 42.2139300, -83.1938100 |
| Altitude | 180 |
| Country | United States |
End: Southgate (-83.19381, 42.21393)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 54 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
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 | $4.49 | $8.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.06 | $10.12 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.54 | $11.08 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.31 | $12.62 |
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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