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

The driving distance from Springport, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is about 194.2 miles (312.6 km), with a travel time of about 03h 18m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 164.4 miles (264.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 36m 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
194.25 mi
03h 18m
Flight
164.36 mi
264.51 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
164.36 mi
Kilometers
264.51 km
Flight Time
00h 19m

Driving Distance

Road route
194.25 mi
Kilometers
312.62 km
Drive Time
03h 18m

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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 18m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Ann Arbor
Sat, Apr 18, 9:58 AM EDT
Return by in Springport
Sat, Apr 18, 1:16 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Springport
2026-04-18T06:40
Arrive Ann Arbor
Sat, Apr 18, 9:58 AM EDT
Route Timing
03h 18m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:18 AM to 11:18 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
10:24 AM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Springport
9:00 PM EDT
Early departure recommended

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Kawkawlin
MI

Township in Bay County, Michigan

From Springport
97.4 mi
01h 39m
To Ann Arbor
96.9 mi
01h 39m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
58°F
Saturday

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 to 15 mph SW
Destination
66°F
Saturday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Sat, Apr 18 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
12 to 18 mph SW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on South Lake Huron Shore Road

    605 ft · 31 sec · South Lake Huron Shore Road

  2. 2

    Turn left onto Springport Road

    137 m · 26 sec · Springport Road

  3. 3

    Turn left

    29.1 mi · 40 min

  4. 4

    Continue on West Bay Street

    1.4 mi · 3 min · West Bay Street

  5. 5

    Continue on East Lake Street

    2.7 mi · 6 min · East Lake Street

  6. 6

    Continue on North Huron Road

    26.2 mi · 37 min · North Huron Road

  7. 7

    Continue on Center Road

    1 km · 1 min · Center Road

  8. 8

    Continue on West Huron Road

    6.3 mi · 9 min · West Huron Road

  9. 9

    Continue on North Main Street

    2903 ft · 1 min · North Main Street

  10. 10

    Turn right onto West Cedar Street

    3191 ft · 54 sec · West Cedar Street

  11. 11

    Continue on West M-61

    2.4 mi · 4 min · West M-61

  12. 12

    Take the ramp left toward I 75 South: Saginaw

    1735 ft · 42 sec

  13. 13

    Merge slight left onto Saginaw

    64.5 mi · 1 hr 7 min

  14. 14

    Keep slight left

    11 mi · 12 min

  15. 15

    Keep slight right to continue on US 23: Ann Arbor

    45.4 mi · 49 min

  16. 16

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

    1.5 mi · 2 min

  17. 17

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

    1.5 km · 2 min

  18. 18

    Turn left onto Depot Street

    1969 ft · 1 min · Depot Street

  19. 19

    Turn right

    36 m · 7 sec

  20. 20

    Continue on North State Street

    3204 ft · 1 min · North State Street

  21. 21

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South State Street

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
21 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
10.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Saginaw
75.5 mi · 39%
US 23
45.4 mi · 23%
North Huron Road
26.2 mi · 13%
West Huron Road
6.29 mi · 3%
East Lake Street
2.68 mi · 1%
West M-61
2.37 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Saginaw

Merge slight left onto Saginaw

64.5 mi · 01h 07m

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 18m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
06h 36m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+29.8 mi
164.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Kawkawlin
01h 39m from Springport
Leave By
10:24 AM EDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Springport 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 Springport to Ann Arbor?

The road trip is about 194.2 miles (312.6 km) and usually takes 03h 18m 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 97.4 miles from Springport and 96.9 miles from Ann Arbor.

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

The direct path is about 164.4 miles (264.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 29.8 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 10:24 AM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.87 one way or $51.74 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 61 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Springport and Showers And Thunderstorms 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 3 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 3.1 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 Springport and Ann Arbor. Straight-line distance: 164.36 mi (264.51 km).

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#1 Springport

Human settlement in Jackson County, Michigan, United States of America

Population783
Coordinates44.6352900, -83.3055200
Altitude186
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 Lake Huron Shore Road (-83.306118, 44.635407)
End: South State Street (-83.740762, 42.277562)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 313 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 28m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)04h 51m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 53m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 14m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 46m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 25m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
6.86 gal
25.95 L · about $25.87
Round trip
$51.74
13.72 gal · 51.9 L
Estimated CO2
61 kg one way
Round trip: 121.9 kg / 269 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $25.87 $51.74
Mid-grade $4.25 $29.18 $58.35
Premium $4.65 $31.93 $63.85
Diesel $5.30 $36.39 $72.77

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 18, 2026

There is no time difference between Springport and Ann Arbor. The current time is 06:40:21.

Distance to Other Cities

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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.