How far is Ridgeway, MI from Ann Arbor, MI?
The driving distance from Ridgeway, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is about 26.6 miles (42.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 20.6 miles (33.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 13m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 36m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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City in Michigan, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ridgeway and Ann Arbor.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ridgeway and Ann Arbor.
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Start on East Monroe Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · East Monroe Road
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Continue on West Chicago Boulevard
1.1 mi · 2 min · West Chicago Boulevard
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Continue on Monroe Road
2.6 mi · 4 min · Monroe Road
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Continue on Tecumseh Road
5 mi · 7 min · Tecumseh Road
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Continue on Tecumseh Street
1692 ft · 40 sec · Tecumseh Street
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Take the ramp left toward US 23 North: Ann Arbor
947 ft · 23 sec
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Merge slight left
20.6 mi · 22 min
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Take the exit straight toward I 94 Business, US 23 Business: Ann Arbor
3.4 mi · 7 min
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Turn slight left
67 m · 9 sec
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Turn left onto Geddes Avenue
791 ft · 24 sec · Geddes Avenue
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Continue on North University Avenue
1367 ft · 49 sec · North University Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South State Street
113 m · 11 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 Ridgeway and Ann Arbor.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
US 23 North
Merge slight left
20.6 mi · 00h 22m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Sunny leaving Ridgeway 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 Ridgeway to Ann Arbor?
The road trip is about 26.6 miles (42.8 km) and usually takes 00h 36m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Milan is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.4 miles from Ridgeway and 9.2 miles from Ann Arbor.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 20.6 miles (33.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:16 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.54 one way or $7.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Ridgeway and Mostly Sunny near Ann Arbor.
Stop Ideas Near Milan
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 Milan.
Ann Arbor station
Greenfield Village, Michigan
John D. Dingell Transit Center
Martin Luther King, Jr. Plaza
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ridgeway and Ann Arbor. Straight-line distance: 20.57 mi (33.1 km).
#1 Ridgeway
Township in Lenawee County, Michigan
| Population | 1,472 |
| Coordinates | 41.9939300, -83.8627200 |
| Altitude | 225 |
| 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: 43 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 19m |
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 | $3.54 | $7.09 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.00 | $8.00 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.37 | $8.75 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.99 | $9.97 |
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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