How far is Taylor, MI from Ada, MI?
The driving distance from Taylor, MI to Ada, MI is about 150.4 miles (242.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 123.2 miles (198.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 39m 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 49m.
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.
Human settlement in Ingham County, Michigan, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Taylor and Ada.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Taylor and Ada.
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Start on Wick Road
1.6 km · 2 min · Wick Road
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Turn right onto South Beech Daly Road
1.6 km · 2 min · South Beech Daly Road
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Turn left onto Ecorse Road
2533 ft · 49 sec · Ecorse Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 94 West: Chicago
1240 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight right onto Detroit Industrial Expressway
5.4 mi · 6 min · Detroit Industrial Expressway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 275: Toledo, Flint
1531 ft · 37 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 275 North: Flint
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
29.2 mi · 31 min
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Continue straight
8.6 mi · 9 min
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Keep slight left
54.8 mi · 59 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 96 West: Grand Rapids
38.4 mi · 41 min
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Take the exit slight right toward M 50: Lowell
1470 ft · 39 sec
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Turn right onto Alden Nash Avenue Southeast
2201 ft · 41 sec · Alden Nash Avenue Southeast
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Turn left onto Cascade Road Southeast
3 mi · 4 min · Cascade Road Southeast
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Turn right onto Snow Avenue Southeast
2.4 mi · 3 min · Snow Avenue Southeast
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Grand River Drive Southeast
3 mi · 4 min · Grand River Drive Southeast
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Buttrick Avenue Southeast
2306 ft · 47 sec · Buttrick Avenue Southeast
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Turn right onto Thornapple River Drive Southeast
2558 ft · 1 min · Thornapple River Drive Southeast
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Continue on Headley Street Southeast
107 m · 19 sec · Headley Street Southeast
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Turn left onto Ada Drive Southeast
690 ft · 23 sec · Ada Drive Southeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Ada Drive Southeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Taylor and Ada.
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 275 North
Keep slight left
54.8 mi · 00h 59m
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 leaving Taylor and Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Ada.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Taylor to Ada?
The road trip is about 150.4 miles (242.1 km) and usually takes 02h 49m 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?
Williamston is a useful midpoint, sitting about 75.1 miles from Taylor and 75.3 miles from Ada.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 123.2 miles (198.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.2 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 12:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.02 one way or $40.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 47.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Taylor and Showers And Thunderstorms then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Ada.
Stop Ideas Near Williamston
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Taylor and Ada. Straight-line distance: 123.16 mi (198.21 km).
#1 Taylor
The most populous city in Wayne County, Michigan.
| Population | 60,576 |
| Coordinates | 42.2408700, -83.2696500 |
| Altitude | 187 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ada
Township in Kent County, Michigan
| Population | 14,892 |
| Coordinates | 42.9542000, -85.4889100 |
| Altitude | 195 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ada (-85.48891, 42.9542)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 242 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 00m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 52m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $20.02 | $40.05 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $22.58 | $45.17 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $24.71 | $49.43 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $28.16 | $56.33 |
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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