How far is Harbor Beach, MI from Ann Arbor, MI?
The driving distance from Harbor Beach, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is about 163.5 miles (263.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 121.5 miles (195.5 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.
Flight Distance
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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.
Census-designated place in Lapeer County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Harbor Beach and Ann Arbor.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Harbor Beach and Ann Arbor.
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Start on State Street
1.1 km · 1 min · State Street
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Continue on Sand Beach Road
16.3 mi · 24 min · Sand Beach Road
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Continue on East Huron Avenue
1.6 mi · 2 min · East Huron Avenue
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Continue on South Van Dyke Road
34.8 mi · 40 min · South Van Dyke Road
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Continue on Main Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on South Van Dyke Road
19.7 mi · 25 min · South Van Dyke Road
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Continue on North Cedar Street
1.9 mi · 3 min · North Cedar Street
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Take the exit slight right toward I 69 West: Flint
2667 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
34.5 mi · 36 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 75, US 23: Detroit, Saginaw
1611 ft · 39 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 75 South, US 23 South: Detroit
3048 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
2.1 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 23: Ann Arbor
45.4 mi · 49 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 Harbor Beach and Ann Arbor.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
US 23
Keep slight right to continue on US 23: Ann Arbor
45.4 mi · 00h 49m
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.
Light Rain Likely leaving Harbor Beach and Light Rain Likely near Ann Arbor.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Harbor Beach to Ann Arbor?
The road trip is about 163.5 miles (263.2 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?
Attica is a useful midpoint, sitting about 81.6 miles from Harbor Beach and 81.8 miles from Ann Arbor.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 121.5 miles (195.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 42 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 $21.76 one way or $43.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 51.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Harbor Beach and Light Rain Likely near Ann Arbor.
Stop Ideas Near Attica
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 Attica.
Lapeer station
Flint station
Pontiac Transportation Center
Birmingham, Michigan
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Harbor Beach and Ann Arbor. Straight-line distance: 121.45 mi (195.45 km).
#1 Harbor Beach
Town in Michigan, United States
| Population | 1,570 |
| Coordinates | 43.8447400, -82.6513200 |
| Altitude | 185 |
| 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: 263 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 05m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 43m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 02m |
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 | $21.76 | $43.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $24.54 | $49.08 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $26.85 | $53.71 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $30.60 | $61.21 |
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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