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

Fastest route

The distance between Pontiac, Michigan and Ann Arbor, Michigan is approximately 40 miles (64 kilometers). To travel from Pontiac to Ann Arbor, you can follow Orchard Lake Rd, Pontiac Trail, M-5 S, I-275 S, I-96 E, M-14 W, and N Main St.

Directions

  1. Start your journey by heading north on Perry St toward E Huron St in Pontiac.
  2. Turn left at the first cross street onto E Huron St.
  3. Take a left onto Woodward Ave.
  4. Turn right onto Orchard Lake Rd and continue for about 3.3 miles.
  5. Make a right turn onto Pontiac Trail.
  6. At the traffic circle, take the third exit onto M-5 S.
  7. Use the right two lanes to take the I-96 E/I-275 S exit toward Detroit/Toledo.
  8. Continue on I-275 S and take the M-14 W exit toward Ann Arbor.
  9. Merge onto M-14 W/US-23 N.
  10. Keep left at the fork to continue on M-14 W, following the signs for Ann Arbor.
  11. M-14 W will turn slightly left and become M-14 W/US-23 BUS S.
  12. Take exit 3 for US-23 BUS toward Downtown Ann Arbor.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Plan your trip in advance and check for any road closures or traffic updates before starting your journey.
  • ⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the entire trip, or plan for refueling stops along the way.
  • 🚧 Follow the road signs and pay attention to the directions provided by navigation systems or maps.
  • 🕒 Consider the time of day you'll be traveling to avoid heavy traffic, if possible.
  • 📱 Keep your mobile phone charged and accessible in case you need to make any emergency calls or use navigation apps during the journey.

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Pontiac and Ann Arbor is 33.9 miles (54.56 km).

Flight distance from Pontiac, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is 33.9 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Pontiac, Michigan to Ann Arbor, Michigan is: 43.83 miles (70.54 km) by car.

Driving from Pontiac to Ann Arbor will take approximately 00 hours 58 minutes.

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#1 Pontiac

The most populous city in Oakland County, Michigan. It is located on the Clinton River in the Detroit metropolitan area. Pontiac was once a major automobile manufacturing city, and it is now known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Pontiac Silverdome and the Pontiac Museum.

Population 58911
GPS Coordinates 42°38'20"N 83°17'28"W
Latitude 42.6389200
Longitude -83.2910500
Altitude 281
Country United States
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#2 Ann Arbor

The most populous city in Washtenaw County, Michigan. It is located on the Huron River in southeastern Michigan. Ann Arbor is known for its many colleges and universities, its many parks and green spaces, and its many attractions, such as the University of Michigan and the Ann Arbor Hands-On Museum.

Population 119280
GPS Coordinates 42°16'39"N 83°44'27"W
Latitude 42.2775600
Longitude -83.7408800
Altitude 269
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Pontiac and Ann Arbor

The distance between Pontiac and Ann Arbor is 71 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 47 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Pontiac and Ann Arbor. The current time is 23:55:12.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 01 hours 27 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 01 hours 05 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 00 hours 52 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 00 hours 43 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 00 hours 37 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 35 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 00 hours 32 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 5.86 liters (1.55 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Pontiac and Ann Arbor.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Pontiac to Ann Arbor is $5.19 (diesel $6.66).

Michigan gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.36 $3.86 $4.35 $4.31
Total $5.19 $5.96 $6.73 $6.66

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Michigan ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.355 (Diesel $4.306) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 26, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Pontiac and Ann Arbor (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

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