How far is Sharon, MI from Ann Arbor, MI?

The driving distance from Sharon, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is about 201.6 miles (324.5 km), with a travel time of about 03h 08m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 172.8 miles (278.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 17m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
201.63 mi
03h 08m
Flight
172.8 mi
278.09 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
172.8 mi
Kilometers
278.09 km
Flight Time
00h 20m

Driving Distance

Road route
201.63 mi
Kilometers
324.5 km
Drive Time
03h 08m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 03h 08m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Ann Arbor
Thu, Apr 23, 5:06 AM EDT
Return by in Sharon
Thu, Apr 23, 8:15 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Sharon
2026-04-23T01:58
Arrive Ann Arbor
Thu, Apr 23, 5:06 AM EDT
Route Timing
03h 08m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:09 AM to 11:09 AM EDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
10:42 AM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Sharon
9:00 PM EDT
Early departure recommended

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.

Mid-route stop
Kawkawlin
MI

Township in Bay County, Michigan

From Sharon
101 mi
01h 34m
To Ann Arbor
100.7 mi
01h 34m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
72°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph S
Destination
75°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 10 mph SSE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Sharon and Ann Arbor.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Sharon and Ann Arbor.

  1. 1

    Start on South Military Road

    983 ft · 32 sec · South Military Road

  2. 2

    Turn left onto West Sharon Road

    1717 ft · 34 sec · West Sharon Road

  3. 3

    Continue on Fletcher Road Southeast

    12 mi · 21 min · Fletcher Road Southeast

  4. 4

    Continue on West Fletcher Road

    4 mi · 7 min · West Fletcher Road

  5. 5

    Turn right onto South Military Road

    1.7 mi · 3 min · South Military Road

  6. 6

    Turn left onto North Higgins Lake Drive

    4.4 mi · 6 min · North Higgins Lake Drive

  7. 7

    Continue on West Federal Highway

    1.3 mi · 2 min · West Federal Highway

  8. 8

    Take the ramp right toward I 75 South

    2596 ft · 1 min

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    117.8 mi · 2 hr 1 min

  10. 10

    Keep slight left

    11 mi · 12 min

  11. 11

    Keep slight right to continue on US 23: Ann Arbor

    45.4 mi · 49 min

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right toward M 14 West: Ann Arbor

    1.5 mi · 2 min

  13. 13

    Take the exit right toward US 23 BUS: Downtown Ann Arbor

    1.5 km · 2 min

  14. 14

    Turn left onto Depot Street

    1969 ft · 1 min · Depot Street

  15. 15

    Turn right

    36 m · 7 sec

  16. 16

    Continue on North State Street

    3204 ft · 1 min · North State Street

  17. 17

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South State Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Sharon and Ann Arbor.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
17 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
8.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 75 South
129 mi · 64%
US 23
45.4 mi · 23%
Fletcher Road Southeast
12 mi · 6%
North Higgins Lake Drive
4.37 mi · 2%
West Fletcher Road
3.96 mi · 2%
South Military Road
1.88 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

I 75 South

Merge slight left

118 mi · 02h 01m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
03h 08m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
06h 18m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+28.8 mi
172.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Kawkawlin
01h 34m from Sharon
Leave By
10:42 AM EDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Sharon 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 Sharon to Ann Arbor?

The road trip is about 201.6 miles (324.5 km) and usually takes 03h 08m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Kawkawlin is a useful midpoint, sitting about 101 miles from Sharon and 100.7 miles from Ann Arbor.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 172.8 miles (278.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 28.8 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:42 AM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.81 one way or $53.62 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 63.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Sharon and Mostly Sunny near Ann Arbor.

Stop Ideas Near Kawkawlin

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Kawkawlin and the surrounding midpoint area.
Old City Hall
Food stop 6.1 mi away

Old City Hall

Bay City , MI
814 Saginaw St, Bay City, MI 48708
Rating 4.5/5 660 reviews Fine dining restaurant,Bar,Restaurant
Bay City Hall
Meeting point 6.3 mi away

Bay City Hall

Bay City , MI
301 Washington Ave, Bay City, MI 48708
Rating 3.7/5 14 reviews City government office

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Kawkawlin.

BUS

Bay City, MI

7 mi away
1124 Washington Avenue
BUS

Saginaw, MI

24 mi away
511 Johnson Street
RAIL

Flint station

75 mi away
1407 South Dort Highway
BUS

Owosso, MI

75 mi away
109 Comstock Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Sharon and Ann Arbor. Straight-line distance: 172.8 mi (278.09 km).

Sharon

#1 Sharon

Township in Washtenaw County, Michigan

Population1,782
Coordinates44.5836200, -85.0739400
Altitude321
CountryUnited States
Ann Arbor

#2 Ann Arbor

The most populous city in Washtenaw County, Michigan.

Population119,280
Coordinates42.2775600, -83.7408800
Altitude269
CountryUnited States
Start: South Military Road (-85.073972, 44.583261)
End: South State Street (-83.740762, 42.277562)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 325 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 43m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 02m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 01m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 21m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 52m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 30m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.11 gal
26.93 L · about $26.81
Round trip
$53.62
14.22 gal · 53.86 L
Estimated CO2
63.2 kg one way
Round trip: 126.4 kg / 279 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $26.81 $53.62
Mid-grade $4.25 $30.24 $60.48
Premium $4.65 $33.09 $66.18
Diesel $5.30 $37.71 $75.42

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Michigan · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Sharon and Ann Arbor. The current time is 01:58:18.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.