How far is Saline, MI from Ann Arbor, MI?
The driving distance from Saline, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is about 9.1 miles (14.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 20m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 8 miles (12.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 40m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Ogemaw County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Saline and Ann Arbor.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Saline and Ann Arbor.
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Start on West Michigan Avenue
2365 ft · 1 min · West Michigan Avenue
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Turn left onto North Maple Road
4.5 mi · 7 min · North Maple Road
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Turn right onto Ann Arbor-Saline Road
2.1 mi · 3 min · Ann Arbor-Saline Road
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Continue on South Main Street
1 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto East Hoover Avenue
2609 ft · 2 min · East Hoover Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South State Street
2866 ft · 1 min · 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 Saline 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.
North Maple Road
Turn left onto North Maple Road
4.46 mi · 00h 07m
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 Saline 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 Saline to Ann Arbor?
The road trip is about 9.1 miles (14.7 km) and usually takes 00h 20m 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?
Foster is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4.5 miles from Saline and 4.6 miles from Ann Arbor.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 8 miles (12.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.1 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 7:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.21 one way or $2.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Saline and Mostly Sunny near Ann Arbor.
Stop Ideas Near Foster
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 Foster.
Ann Arbor station
Greenfield Village, Michigan
John D. Dingell Transit Center
Jackson station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Saline and Ann Arbor. Straight-line distance: 7.93 mi (12.77 km).
#1 Saline
City in Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States
| Population | 2,254 |
| Coordinates | 42.1667100, -83.7816100 |
| Altitude | 250 |
| 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: 15 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 06m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $1.21 | $2.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.36 | $2.72 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $1.49 | $2.98 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $1.70 | $3.39 |
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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