How far is Grosse Pointe Shores, MI from Ann Arbor, MI?
The driving distance from Grosse Pointe Shores, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is about 53.4 miles (85.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 57m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 45.5 miles (73.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 55m 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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Halfway Point
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Charter township in Wayne County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Grosse Pointe Shores and Ann Arbor.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grosse Pointe Shores and Ann Arbor.
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Start on the route
38 m · 11 sec
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Turn right onto Vernier Road
2.2 mi · 5 min · Vernier Road
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Turn left onto Harper Avenue
79 m · 8 sec · Harper Avenue
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Take the ramp straight toward I 94 West
1066 ft · 26 sec
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Merge slight left onto Edsel Ford Freeway
11.5 mi · 16 min · Edsel Ford Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 96: Canada, Lansing
757 ft · 18 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 96 West: Lansing
1746 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left onto Jeffries Freeway
3.3 mi · 4 min · Jeffries Freeway
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Keep slight left to continue on Jeffries Freeway (Express)
14.5 mi · 16 min · Jeffries Freeway (Express)
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Continue straight
17.5 mi · 19 min
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Keep slight left to continue on M 14: Ann Arbor
1.7 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 Grosse Pointe Shores 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.
Jeffries Freeway (Express)
Continue straight
17.5 mi · 00h 19m
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.
Chance Rain And Snow Showers leaving Grosse Pointe Shores and Slight Chance Snow Showers near Ann Arbor.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Grosse Pointe Shores to Ann Arbor?
The road trip is about 53.4 miles (85.9 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?
Redford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.7 miles from Grosse Pointe Shores and 26.7 miles from Ann Arbor.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 45.5 miles (73.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.9 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 4:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.09 one way or $14.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain And Snow Showers around Grosse Pointe Shores and Slight Chance Snow Showers near Ann Arbor.
Stop Ideas Near Redford
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 Redford.
Greenfield Village, Michigan
John D. Dingell Transit Center
Royal Oak station
Detroit
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Grosse Pointe Shores and Ann Arbor. Straight-line distance: 45.47 mi (73.17 km).
#1 Grosse Pointe Shores
City in Michigan
| Population | 2,718 |
| Coordinates | 42.4367000, -82.8768600 |
| Altitude | 177 |
| 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: 86 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 39m |
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 | $7.09 | $14.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.00 | $15.99 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.75 | $17.50 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $9.97 | $19.94 |
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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