How far is Reading, MI from Ann Arbor, MI?
The driving distance from Reading, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is about 79.7 miles (128.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 59.9 miles (96.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 58m 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 01h 29m.
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.
Township in Jackson County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Reading and Ann Arbor.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Reading and Ann Arbor.
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Start on South Main Street
2682 ft · 1 min · South Main Street
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Continue on South Edon Road
8 mi · 11 min · South Edon Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto West Chicago Road
4.6 mi · 6 min · West Chicago Road
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Continue on West Chicago Street
2872 ft · 37 sec · West Chicago Street
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Continue on East Chicago Road
9.5 mi · 13 min · East Chicago Road
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Turn left onto Moscow Road
11.4 mi · 16 min · Moscow Road
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Merge slight left onto Spring Arbor Road
2.3 mi · 3 min · Spring Arbor Road
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Turn straight onto M-60
2.9 mi · 3 min · M-60
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Keep slight right to continue on I 94 East: Detroit
2366 ft · 57 sec
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Merge slight left
34.8 mi · 37 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 94, I 94 Business: Detroit, Ann Arbor
3011 ft · 37 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94 Business: Ann Arbor
3 mi · 7 min
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Turn right onto South State Street
1325 ft · 36 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 Reading and Ann Arbor.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 94 East
Merge slight left
34.8 mi · 00h 37m
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.
Sunny leaving Reading 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 Reading to Ann Arbor?
The road trip is about 79.7 miles (128.2 km) and usually takes 01h 29m 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?
Sandstone is a useful midpoint, sitting about 39.3 miles from Reading and 40.4 miles from Ann Arbor.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 59.9 miles (96.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.8 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.60 one way or $21.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Reading and Sunny near Ann Arbor.
Stop Ideas Near Sandstone
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 Sandstone.
Jackson station
Albion station
East Lansing station
Battle Creek Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Reading and Ann Arbor. Straight-line distance: 59.88 mi (96.36 km).
#1 Reading
City in Michigan, United States
| Population | 1,723 |
| Coordinates | 41.8394900, -84.7480100 |
| Altitude | 363 |
| 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: 128 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 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 | $3.77 | $10.60 | $21.19 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.95 | $23.90 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $13.08 | $26.16 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $14.90 | $29.81 |
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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