How far is Petoskey, MI from Ann Arbor, MI?
The driving distance from Petoskey, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is about 252.2 miles (405.8 km), with a travel time of about 03h 47m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 222.3 miles (357.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 34m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 47m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Arenac County, Michigan, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Petoskey and Ann Arbor.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Petoskey and Ann Arbor.
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Start on Howard Street
2874 ft · 1 min · Howard Street
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Turn right onto East Sheridan Street
1584 ft · 44 sec · East Sheridan Street
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Continue on West Sheridan Road
2544 ft · 1 min · West Sheridan Road
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Turn left onto Spring Street
1362 ft · 28 sec · Spring Street
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Continue on US-131
5 mi · 7 min · US-131
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Continue on US 131 North
13.3 mi · 18 min · US 131 North
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Continue on North US 131 Highway
3.6 mi · 5 min · North US 131 Highway
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Turn left onto M-32 Highway
12.4 mi · 17 min · M-32 Highway
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Take the exit right toward I 75 South
2170 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left
31.5 mi · 31 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
124.2 mi · 2 hr 7 min
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Keep slight left
11 mi · 12 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 Petoskey 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.
I 75
Keep slight left to continue on I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
124 mi · 02h 07m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Petoskey 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 Petoskey to Ann Arbor?
The road trip is about 252.2 miles (405.8 km) and usually takes 03h 47m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Sterling is a useful midpoint, sitting about 125.8 miles from Petoskey and 126.3 miles from Ann Arbor.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 222.3 miles (357.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.9 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:26 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.56 one way or $67.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 79.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Petoskey and Mostly Sunny near Ann Arbor.
Stop Ideas Near Sterling
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 Sterling.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Petoskey and Ann Arbor. Straight-line distance: 222.29 mi (357.74 km).
#1 Petoskey
City in Michigan, United States of America
| Population | 5,727 |
| Coordinates | 45.3733400, -84.9553300 |
| Altitude | 203 |
| 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: 406 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 02m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 08m |
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 | $33.56 | $67.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $37.85 | $75.70 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $41.42 | $82.84 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $47.21 | $94.41 |
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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