How far is Ann Arbor, MI from West Monroe, MI?
The driving distance from Ann Arbor, MI to West Monroe, MI is about 38.2 miles (61.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 29.7 miles (47.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 43m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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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 00h 51m.
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.
Township in Monroe County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ann Arbor and West Monroe.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ann Arbor and West Monroe.
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Start on South State Street
113 m · 15 sec · South State Street
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Turn right onto North University Avenue
1347 ft · 41 sec · North University Avenue
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Continue on Geddes Avenue
584 ft · 18 sec · Geddes Avenue
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Turn slight right onto Washtenaw Court
107 m · 15 sec · Washtenaw Court
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Turn slight right onto Washtenaw Avenue
2.9 mi · 6 min · Washtenaw Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward US 23 SOUTH, BL I 94: Toledo
20.6 mi · 23 min
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Take the exit slight right toward M 50: Dundee, Monroe
1097 ft · 34 sec
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Turn left onto Tecumseh Street
1.3 km · 1 min · Tecumseh Street
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Continue on West Monroe Street
1.5 km · 1 min · West Monroe Street
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Continue on South Custer Road
10.8 mi · 15 min · South Custer Road
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Turn right onto Herr Road
3260 ft · 2 min · Herr Road
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Turn left onto West 7th Street
2722 ft · 54 sec · West 7th Street
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Turn right
52 m · 13 sec
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Turn left onto North Outer Drive
637 ft · 30 sec · North Outer Drive
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Turn right onto Valley Drive
72 m · 10 sec · Valley Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Valley Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ann Arbor and West Monroe.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
US 23 SOUTH
Take the ramp slight right toward US 23 SOUTH, BL I 94: Toledo
20.6 mi · 00h 23m
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 Cloudy leaving Ann Arbor and Mostly Cloudy near West Monroe.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ann Arbor to West Monroe?
The road trip is about 38.2 miles (61.4 km) and usually takes 00h 51m 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?
London is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.1 miles from Ann Arbor and 19.1 miles from West Monroe.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 29.7 miles (47.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.5 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:46 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.77 one way or $11.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Ann Arbor and Mostly Cloudy near West Monroe.
Stop Ideas Near London
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 London.
Ann Arbor station
Martin Luther King, Jr. Plaza
Greenfield Village, Michigan
John D. Dingell Transit Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ann Arbor and West Monroe. Straight-line distance: 29.71 mi (47.81 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 West Monroe
West Monroe is a place in Michigan, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 41.9139300, -83.4316000 |
| Altitude | 183 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Monroe (-83.4316, 41.91393)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 61 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
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 | $4.27 | $5.77 | $11.54 |
| Mid-grade | $4.96 | $6.70 | $13.40 |
| Premium | $5.56 | $7.50 | $15.01 |
| Diesel | $6.58 | $8.88 | $17.77 |
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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