How far is Milan, MI from Ann Arbor, MI?
The driving distance from Milan, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is about 16.4 miles (26.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 13.6 miles (21.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 49m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Halfway Point
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City in Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Milan and Ann Arbor.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Milan and Ann Arbor.
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Start on the route
40 m · 12 sec
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Turn right onto Tolan Street
98 m · 18 sec · Tolan Street
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Turn right onto Hurd Street
1771 ft · 1 min · Hurd Street
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Turn left onto Dexter Street
1.3 km · 2 min · Dexter Street
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Continue on Carpenter Road
1573 ft · 37 sec · Carpenter Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward US 23 North: Flint
1286 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
10.8 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit straight toward I 94 Business, US 23 Business: Ann Arbor
3.4 mi · 7 min
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Turn slight left
67 m · 9 sec
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Turn left onto Geddes Avenue
791 ft · 24 sec · Geddes Avenue
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Continue on North University Avenue
1367 ft · 49 sec · North University Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South State Street
113 m · 11 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 Milan and Ann Arbor.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
US 23 North
Merge slight left
10.8 mi · 00h 12m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Milan and Sunny near Ann Arbor.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Milan to Ann Arbor?
The road trip is about 16.4 miles (26.4 km) and usually takes 00h 24m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ypsilanti is a useful midpoint, sitting about 8.2 miles from Milan and 8.2 miles from Ann Arbor.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 13.6 miles (21.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.19 one way or $4.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Milan and Sunny near Ann Arbor.
Stop Ideas Near Ypsilanti
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 Ypsilanti.
Ann Arbor station
Greenfield Village, Michigan
John D. Dingell Transit Center
Detroit
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Milan and Ann Arbor. Straight-line distance: 13.61 mi (21.91 km).
#1 Milan
City in Michigan, United States
| Population | 3,927 |
| Coordinates | 42.0853200, -83.6824400 |
| Altitude | 214 |
| 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: 26 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 12m |
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 | $2.19 | $4.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.47 | $4.93 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.70 | $5.40 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.08 | $6.15 |
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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