How far is Bertrand, MI from Ann Arbor, MI?
The driving distance from Bertrand, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is about 159.9 miles (257.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 134 miles (215.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 37m 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 48m.
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.
The most populous city in Calhoun County, Michigan.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bertrand and Ann Arbor.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bertrand and Ann Arbor.
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Start on Bond Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · Bond Street
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Turn right onto Pulaski Highway
2.1 mi · 3 min · Pulaski Highway
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Continue on Detroit Road
9 mi · 12 min · Detroit Road
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Turn left onto Dailey Road
7.2 mi · 10 min · Dailey Road
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Turn straight
100 m · 9 sec
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Turn right onto Dutch Settlement Street
2.1 mi · 3 min · Dutch Settlement Street
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Turn left onto Twin Lakes Road
1.8 mi · 2 min · Twin Lakes Road
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Turn right onto Hatch Street
1.2 mi · 2 min · Hatch Street
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Turn left onto Glenwood Road
3.2 mi · 4 min · Glenwood Road
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Continue on 96th Avenue
1909 ft · 30 sec · 96th Avenue
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Continue on County Road 215
2 mi · 3 min · County Road 215
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At the end of the road, turn right onto M-51
2 mi · 3 min · M-51
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Continue on State Highway 51
1.1 km · 1 min · State Highway 51
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Continue on West Delaware Street
1.6 km · 2 min · West Delaware Street
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Continue on State Highway 51
962 ft · 24 sec · State Highway 51
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Continue on M-51
5.7 mi · 8 min · M-51
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Take the ramp straight toward I 94 East
1334 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left
114.4 mi · 2 hr 3 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 94, I 94 Business: Detroit, Ann Arbor
3011 ft · 37 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94 Business: Ann Arbor
3 mi · 7 min
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Turn right onto South State Street
1325 ft · 36 sec · South State Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South State Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bertrand and Ann Arbor.
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 East
Merge slight left
114 mi · 02h 03m
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 Bertrand and Mostly Sunny near Ann Arbor.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bertrand to Ann Arbor?
The road trip is about 159.9 miles (257.4 km) and usually takes 02h 48m 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?
Battle Creek is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79.3 miles from Bertrand and 80.7 miles from Ann Arbor.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 134 miles (215.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.9 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 12:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.27 one way or $42.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Bertrand and Mostly Sunny near Ann Arbor.
Stop Ideas Near Battle Creek
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 Battle Creek.
Battle Creek Transportation Center
Kalamazoo Transportation Center
Albion station
Jackson station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bertrand and Ann Arbor. Straight-line distance: 133.99 mi (215.64 km).
#1 Bertrand
Township in Berrien County, Michigan
| Population | 2,599 |
| Coordinates | 41.7744900, -86.2622300 |
| Altitude | 212 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ann Arbor
The most populous city in Washtenaw County, Michigan.
| Population | 119,280 |
| Coordinates | 42.2775600, -83.7408800 |
| Altitude | 269 |
| Country | United States |
End: South State Street (-83.740762, 42.277562)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 257 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 59m |
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 | $21.27 | $42.54 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.99 | $47.97 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $26.25 | $52.50 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $29.91 | $59.83 |
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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