How far is Onondaga, MI from Ann Arbor, MI?

Fastest route

Here are some tips and suggestions for your journey from Onondaga, Michigan to Ann Arbor, Michigan. The distance is approximately 49.7 miles (about 80 kilometers), and the estimated travel time is 1 hour and 6 minutes.

Directions

  1. Head southeast on Bellevue Rd toward Baldwin St.
  2. Turn right onto S Onondaga Rd.
  3. Turn left onto Old Plank Rd.
  4. Take a slight right onto Hunt Rd.
  5. Take a slight left onto Baseline Rd.
  6. Keep right to continue on Rives Eaton Rd.
  7. Turn left onto W Berry Rd.
  8. Turn right onto Territorial Rd.
  9. At the traffic circle, continue straight to stay on M-52 S.
  10. Turn left onto E Old US Hwy 12.
  11. Merge onto I-94 E toward Ann Arbor.
  12. Keep right at the fork to stay on I-94 E, follow signs for Detroit.
  13. Take exit 172 for I-94BL toward Ann Arbor.
  14. Keep right, follow signs for Stadium, and merge onto I-94BL S/Jackson Ave.
  15. Continue to follow I-94BL S. Pass by PNC Bank (on the right).

Tips & Suggestions

🚗 Plan your trip during off-peak hours to avoid traffic congestion.

🛣️ Use a reliable GPS navigation app to stay on the right track.

⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.

☕ Consider taking a short break during the trip to stretch your legs and refresh.

🚓 Obey traffic rules and speed limits for a safe and smooth journey.

🚧 Check for any road closures or construction updates before starting your trip.

📱 Keep your phone charged and carry a car charger in case you need to make emergency calls or access maps.

Trip Tools

Reverse, save, or send this route

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
51.68 mi
00h 58m
Flight
43.48 mi
69.98 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
43.48 mi
Kilometers
69.98 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
51.68 mi
Kilometers
83.17 km
Drive Time
00h 58m

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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 58m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Ann Arbor
Sat, May 2, 9:01 PM EDT
Return by in Onondaga
Sat, May 2, 10:00 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Onondaga
2026-05-02T20:03
Arrive Ann Arbor
Sat, May 2, 9:01 PM EDT
Route Timing
00h 58m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:59 AM to 10:59 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:32 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Onondaga
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Grass Lake
MI

Village in Michigan, United States

From Onondaga
26.2 mi
00h 29m
To Ann Arbor
25.5 mi
00h 29m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
51°F
This Afternoon

Mostly Cloudy

Starts
Sat, May 2 5:00 PM EDT
Wind
9 mph WNW
Destination
52°F
Saturday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sat, May 2 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
6 to 12 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Onondaga and Ann Arbor.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Onondaga and Ann Arbor.

  1. 1

    Start on Bellevue Road

    55 m · 5 sec · Bellevue Road

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Oak Street

    99 m · 11 sec · Oak Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Onondaga Road

    58 m · 6 sec · Onondaga Road

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Old Plank Road

    2.1 mi · 4 min · Old Plank Road

  5. 5

    Continue on Hunt Road

    1547 ft · 31 sec · Hunt Road

  6. 6

    Continue on Baseline Road

    2111 ft · 42 sec · Baseline Road

  7. 7

    Keep slight right to continue on Rives Eaton Road

    4.8 mi · 8 min · Rives Eaton Road

  8. 8

    Turn left onto West Berry Road

    1.4 km · 2 min · West Berry Road

  9. 9

    Take the ramp right toward US 127 South: Jackson

    1732 ft · 42 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left

    7.2 mi · 8 min

  11. 11

    Take the ramp slight left toward I 94, US 127: Detroit

    32.4 mi · 35 min

  12. 12

    Keep slight right to continue on I 94, I 94 Business: Detroit, Ann Arbor

    3011 ft · 37 sec

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward I 94 Business: Ann Arbor

    3 mi · 7 min

  14. 14

    Turn right onto South State Street

    1325 ft · 36 sec · South State Street

  15. 15

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South State Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Onondaga and Ann Arbor.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
15 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
29 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 94
33 mi · 64%
US 127 South
7.53 mi · 15%
Rives Eaton Road
4.78 mi · 9%
I 94 Business
3.01 mi · 6%
Old Plank Road
2.14 mi · 4%
West Berry Road
0.85 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

I 94

Take the ramp slight left toward I 94, US 127: Detroit

32.4 mi · 00h 35m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 58m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 58m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+8.2 mi
43.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Grass Lake
00h 29m from Onondaga
Leave By
4:32 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Cloudy leaving Onondaga and Mostly Sunny near Ann Arbor.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Onondaga to Ann Arbor?

The road trip is about 51.7 miles (83.2 km) and usually takes 00h 58m 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?

Grass Lake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.2 miles from Onondaga and 25.5 miles from Ann Arbor.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 43.5 miles (70 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.2 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 4:32 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.86 one way or $13.73 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Onondaga and Mostly Sunny near Ann Arbor.

Stop Ideas Near Grass Lake

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Grass Lake, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Grass Lake.

RAIL

Jackson station

15 mi away
501 E. Michigan Ave.
RAIL

Ann Arbor station

39 mi away
325 Depot Street
RAIL

Albion station

45 mi away
300 North Eaton St.
RAIL

East Lansing station

57 mi away
1240 South Harrison Road

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Onondaga and Ann Arbor. Straight-line distance: 43.48 mi (69.98 km).

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#1 Onondaga

Township in Ingham County, Michigan

Population3,247
Coordinates42.4442000, -84.5622000
Altitude274
CountryUnited States
Ann Arbor

#2 Ann Arbor

The most populous city in Washtenaw County, Michigan.

Population119,280
Coordinates42.2775600, -83.7408800
Altitude269
CountryUnited States
Start: Bellevue Road (-84.562203, 42.444197)
End: South State Street (-83.740762, 42.277562)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 83 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 43m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 17m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 02m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 51m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 44m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 38m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.82 gal
6.9 L · about $6.86
Round trip
$13.73
3.64 gal · 13.8 L
Estimated CO2
16.2 kg one way
Round trip: 32.3 kg / 71 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $6.86 $13.73
Mid-grade $4.25 $7.74 $15.48
Premium $4.65 $8.47 $16.94
Diesel $5.30 $9.65 $19.31

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Michigan · May 03, 2026

There is no time difference between Onondaga and Ann Arbor. The current time is 20:03:18.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.