How far is Schoolcraft, MI from Ann Arbor, MI?
The driving distance from Schoolcraft, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is about 109.5 miles (176.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 97.7 miles (157.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 37m 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 01h 48m.
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.
City in Calhoun County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Schoolcraft and Ann Arbor.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Schoolcraft and Ann Arbor.
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Start on West Eliza Street
62 m · 13 sec · West Eliza Street
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Turn left onto North Grand Street
8.3 mi · 9 min · North Grand Street
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94 East: Detroit
1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
96.8 mi · 1 hr 44 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 Schoolcraft 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
96.8 mi · 01h 44m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Schoolcraft and Chance Rain Showers near Ann Arbor.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Schoolcraft to Ann Arbor?
The road trip is about 109.5 miles (176.2 km) and usually takes 01h 48m 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?
Albion is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.7 miles from Schoolcraft and 54.8 miles from Ann Arbor.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 97.7 miles (157.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.8 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 2:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.56 one way or $29.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Schoolcraft and Chance Rain Showers near Ann Arbor.
Stop Ideas Near Albion
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 Albion.
Albion station
Jackson station
Battle Creek Transportation Center
East Lansing station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Schoolcraft and Ann Arbor. Straight-line distance: 97.75 mi (157.31 km).
#1 Schoolcraft
Village in Kalamazoo County, Michigan, United States
| Population | 1,548 |
| Coordinates | 42.1142100, -85.6377800 |
| Altitude | 268 |
| 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: 176 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 21m |
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 | $14.56 | $29.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $16.42 | $32.83 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $17.96 | $35.93 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $20.47 | $40.95 |
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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