How far is Climax, MI from Ann Arbor, MI?
The driving distance from Climax, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is about 86.1 miles (138.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 81.6 miles (131.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 56m 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
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 28m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Jackson County, Michigan, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Climax and Ann Arbor.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Climax and Ann Arbor.
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Start on East Maple Street
72 m · 8 sec · East Maple Street
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Turn right onto North Main Street
1.2 km · 2 min · North Main Street
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Continue on South 44th Street
1374 ft · 40 sec · South 44th Street
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Turn right onto East M N Avenue
1286 ft · 35 sec · East M N Avenue
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Turn slight left onto Mercury Drive
2.2 mi · 3 min · Mercury Drive
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Take the ramp right toward I 94 East: Detroit
1911 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
78.5 mi · 1 hr 24 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 Climax 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
78.5 mi · 01h 24m
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 Clear leaving Climax and Mostly Clear near Ann Arbor.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Climax to Ann Arbor?
The road trip is about 86.1 miles (138.6 km) and usually takes 01h 28m 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?
Parma is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43 miles from Climax and 43.1 miles from Ann Arbor.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 81.6 miles (131.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.5 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 3:34 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.99 one way or $25.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Climax and Mostly Clear near Ann Arbor.
Stop Ideas Near Parma
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 Parma.
Albion station
Jackson station
Battle Creek Transportation Center
East Lansing station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Climax and Ann Arbor. Straight-line distance: 81.56 mi (131.26 km).
#1 Climax
Village in Michigan
| Population | 780 |
| Coordinates | 42.2383800, -85.3349900 |
| Altitude | 294 |
| 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: 139 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 04m |
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 | $12.99 | $25.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.96 | $15.09 | $30.18 |
| Premium | $5.56 | $16.90 | $33.79 |
| Diesel | $6.58 | $20.00 | $40.01 |
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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