How far is Pierson, MI from Ann Arbor, MI?
The driving distance from Pierson, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is about 159.1 miles (256.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 114.5 miles (184.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 27m.
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.
Human settlement in Clinton 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 Pierson and Ann Arbor.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pierson and Ann Arbor.
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Start on 3rd Street
45 m · 14 sec · 3rd Street
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Turn left onto Grand Street
106 m · 20 sec · Grand Street
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Turn right onto 4th Street
1396 ft · 26 sec · 4th Street
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Continue on North Federal Road
1.7 mi · 2 min · North Federal Road
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Continue on North 3rd Street Northeast
927 ft · 20 sec · North 3rd Street Northeast
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Turn right onto East Lake Street
724 ft · 20 sec · East Lake Street
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Continue on West Lake Street Northeast
1.2 km · 2 min · West Lake Street Northeast
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Continue on 22 Mile Road Northeast
1.2 km · 2 min · 22 Mile Road Northeast
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Take the ramp left toward US 131 South: Grand Rapids
2337 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
20.7 mi · 21 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 96 East, M 37 South: Lansing
1009 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
65.1 mi · 1 hr 10 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 96 East: Detroit
50.8 mi · 54 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 23: Ann Arbor, Flint
1744 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 23 South: Ann Arbor
1623 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
14.1 mi · 15 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 Pierson 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 96 East
Merge slight left
65.1 mi · 01h 10m
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.
Rain Showers leaving Pierson and 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 Pierson to Ann Arbor?
The road trip is about 159.1 miles (256.1 km) and usually takes 02h 27m 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?
Eagle is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79.5 miles from Pierson and 79.7 miles from Ann Arbor.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 114.5 miles (184.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 44.6 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 1:34 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.82 one way or $51.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Pierson and Rain Likely near Ann Arbor.
Stop Ideas Near Eagle
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 Eagle.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pierson and Ann Arbor. Straight-line distance: 114.53 mi (184.32 km).
#1 Pierson
Township in Montcalm County, Michigan
| Population | 174 |
| Coordinates | 43.3197500, -85.4978100 |
| Altitude | 277 |
| 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: 256 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 59m |
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 | $4.59 | $25.82 | $51.64 |
| Mid-grade | $5.25 | $29.48 | $58.97 |
| Premium | $5.85 | $32.85 | $65.70 |
| Diesel | $6.48 | $36.42 | $72.84 |
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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