How far is Sandstone, MI from Ann Arbor, MI?
The driving distance from Sandstone, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is about 42.4 miles (68.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 39.8 miles (64 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 32m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 46m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Township in Jackson County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sandstone and Ann Arbor.
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Start on South Sandstone Road
83 m · 9 sec · South Sandstone Road
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Turn right onto West Michigan Avenue
2.3 mi · 4 min · West Michigan Avenue
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Take the ramp right
1.1 mi · 1 min
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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 Sandstone 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 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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Sandstone 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 Sandstone to Ann Arbor?
The road trip is about 42.4 miles (68.2 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Waterloo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 21.2 miles from Sandstone and 21.2 miles from Ann Arbor.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 39.8 miles (64 km), while the road route adds roughly 2.6 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 4:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.66 one way or $11.31 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 13.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Sandstone and Mostly Sunny near Ann Arbor.
Stop Ideas Near Waterloo
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 Waterloo.
Jackson station
Ann Arbor station
East Lansing station
Albion station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sandstone and Ann Arbor. Straight-line distance: 39.76 mi (63.99 km).
#1 Sandstone
Township in Jackson County, Michigan
| Population | 3,948 |
| Coordinates | 42.2519800, -84.5177400 |
| Altitude | 296 |
| 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: 68 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 31m |
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 | $5.66 | $11.31 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.38 | $12.76 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.98 | $13.96 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.96 | $15.91 |
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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