How far is Gaines, MI from Ann Arbor, MI?
The driving distance from Gaines, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is about 48.7 miles (78.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 42.1 miles (67.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 54m 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 00h 57m.
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 Livingston County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Light Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gaines and Ann Arbor.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gaines and Ann Arbor.
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Start on West Lord Street
27 m · 6 sec · West Lord Street
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Turn right onto Genesee Avenue
93 m · 14 sec · Genesee Avenue
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Turn left onto East Lansing Street
1683 ft · 46 sec · East Lansing Street
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Continue on Ray Road
3.1 mi · 7 min · Ray Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Seymour Road
5.2 mi · 13 min · Seymour Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Silver Lake Road
2612 ft · 53 sec · Silver Lake Road
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Turn right onto Glen Hatt Road
1194 ft · 54 sec · Glen Hatt Road
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Turn right onto Lobdell Road
2.1 mi · 3 min · Lobdell Road
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Turn right onto Linden Road
2800 ft · 51 sec · Linden Road
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Turn left onto Bennett Lake Road
2826 ft · 46 sec · Bennett Lake Road
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Turn right onto White Lake Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · White Lake Road
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Take the ramp right toward US 23 South: Ann Arbor
1227 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
31.6 mi · 34 min
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Take the exit slight right toward M 14 West: Ann Arbor
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit right toward US 23 BUS: Downtown Ann Arbor
1.5 km · 2 min
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Turn left onto Depot Street
1969 ft · 1 min · Depot Street
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Turn right
36 m · 7 sec
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Continue on North State Street
3204 ft · 1 min · North 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 Gaines 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.
US 23 South
Merge slight left
31.6 mi · 00h 34m
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.
Cloudy leaving Gaines and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Light Rain near Ann Arbor.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gaines to Ann Arbor?
The road trip is about 48.7 miles (78.4 km) and usually takes 00h 57m 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?
Hartland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.6 miles from Gaines and 24.1 miles from Ann Arbor.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 42.1 miles (67.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.6 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:36 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.57 one way or $15.15 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Cloudy around Gaines and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Light Rain near Ann Arbor.
Stop Ideas Near Hartland
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 Hartland.
Durand Union Station
Pontiac Transportation Center
Flint station
Ann Arbor station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gaines and Ann Arbor. Straight-line distance: 42.04 mi (67.66 km).
#1 Gaines
Human settlement in Genesee County, Michigan, United States of America
| Population | 357 |
| Coordinates | 42.8725300, -83.9141300 |
| Altitude | 261 |
| 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: 78 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 36m |
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 | $4.40 | $7.57 | $15.15 |
| Mid-grade | $5.08 | $8.74 | $17.48 |
| Premium | $5.68 | $9.77 | $19.54 |
| Diesel | $6.63 | $11.40 | $22.80 |
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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