How far is Skidway Lake, MI from Ann Arbor, MI?
The driving distance from Skidway Lake, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is about 144.8 miles (233 km), with a travel time of about 02h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 132.5 miles (213.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 28m 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 02h 14m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Village in Michigan, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Skidway Lake and Ann Arbor.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Skidway Lake and Ann Arbor.
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Start on East Greenwood Road
4.8 mi · 8 min · East Greenwood Road
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Turn left onto South M-33
1 mi · 1 min · South M-33
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Continue on Brock Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Brock Road
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Continue on Alger Road
1.4 km · 1 min · Alger Road
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Take the exit left toward I 75 South
1921 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
76.3 mi · 1 hr 19 min
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Keep slight left
11 mi · 12 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 23: Ann Arbor
45.4 mi · 49 min
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Take the exit slight right toward M 14 West: Ann Arbor
1.5 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit right toward US 23 BUS: Downtown Ann Arbor
1.5 km · 2 min
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Turn left onto Depot Street
1969 ft · 1 min · Depot Street
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Turn right
36 m · 7 sec
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Continue on North State Street
3204 ft · 1 min · North 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 Skidway Lake 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 75 South
Merge slight left
76.3 mi · 01h 19m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Skidway Lake and Showers And Thunderstorms near Ann Arbor.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Skidway Lake to Ann Arbor?
The road trip is about 144.8 miles (233 km) and usually takes 02h 14m 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?
Birch Run is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.3 miles from Skidway Lake and 72.5 miles from Ann Arbor.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 132.5 miles (213.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.3 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 2:02 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $19.27 one way or $38.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Skidway Lake and Showers And Thunderstorms near Ann Arbor.
Stop Ideas Near Birch Run
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 Birch Run.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Skidway Lake and Ann Arbor. Straight-line distance: 132.51 mi (213.25 km).
#1 Skidway Lake
Unincorporated community in Michigan
| Population | 3,392 |
| Coordinates | 44.1833500, -84.0352700 |
| Altitude | 243 |
| 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: 233 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 48m |
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 | $19.27 | $38.54 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $21.73 | $43.47 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $23.78 | $47.56 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $27.10 | $54.21 |
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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