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

The driving distance from Union, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is about 140.3 miles (225.8 km), with a travel time of about 02h 25m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 114.3 miles (184 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 50m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
140.28 mi
02h 25m
Flight
114.31 mi
183.96 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
114.31 mi
Kilometers
183.96 km
Flight Time
00h 13m

Driving Distance

Road route
140.28 mi
Kilometers
225.76 km
Drive Time
02h 25m

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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 02h 25m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Ann Arbor
Fri, Nov 6, 12:40 PM EST
Return by in Union
Fri, Nov 6, 3:05 PM EST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Union
2026-11-06T10:14
Arrive Ann Arbor
Fri, Nov 6, 12:40 PM EST
Route Timing
02h 25m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:25 AM to 12:25 PM EST

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:40 PM EST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Union
9:30 PM EST
Morning start is best

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
Brownlee Park
MI

Unincorporated community in Michigan

From Union
70.3 mi
01h 12m
To Ann Arbor
70 mi
01h 12m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
37°F
Overnight

Scattered Rain Showers

Starts
Fri, Nov 6 4:00 AM EST
Wind
5 mph N
Destination
47°F
Today

Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Light Rain

Starts
Fri, Nov 6 6:00 AM EST
Wind
10 to 14 mph NW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on US-12

    6.1 mi · 8 min · US-12

  2. 2

    Continue on West Chicago Road

    1444 ft · 32 sec · West Chicago Road

  3. 3

    At the end of the road, turn left onto West Chicago Road

    1113 ft · 28 sec · West Chicago Road

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Riverside Drive

    4.6 mi · 6 min · Riverside Drive

  5. 5

    Turn left onto Constantine Bypass

    3.1 mi · 4 min · Constantine Bypass

  6. 6

    Continue on US-131

    16.6 mi · 19 min · US-131

  7. 7

    Continue on South Grand Street

    8.8 mi · 10 min · South Grand Street

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward I 94 East: Detroit

    1 km · 1 min

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    96.8 mi · 1 hr 44 min

  10. 10

    Keep slight right to continue on I 94, I 94 Business: Detroit, Ann Arbor

    3011 ft · 37 sec

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward I 94 Business: Ann Arbor

    3 mi · 7 min

  12. 12

    Turn right onto South State Street

    1325 ft · 36 sec · South State Street

  13. 13

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South State Street

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Union 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
13 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
9.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 94 East
97.4 mi · 69%
US-131
16.6 mi · 12%
South Grand Street
8.77 mi · 6%
US-12
6.06 mi · 4%
Riverside Drive
4.56 mi · 3%
Constantine Bypass
3.09 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

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.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 25m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 50m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+26 mi
114.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Brownlee Park
01h 12m from Union
Leave By
1:40 PM EST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Scattered Rain Showers leaving Union and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Light Rain near Ann Arbor.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Union to Ann Arbor?

The road trip is about 140.3 miles (225.8 km) and usually takes 02h 25m 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?

Brownlee Park is a useful midpoint, sitting about 70.3 miles from Union and 70 miles from Ann Arbor.

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

The direct path is about 114.3 miles (184 km), while the road route adds roughly 26 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:40 PM EST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.80 one way or $43.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Scattered Rain Showers around Union and Mostly Cloudy then Slight Chance Light Rain near Ann Arbor.

Stop Ideas Near Brownlee Park

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

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Brownlee Park, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Brownlee Park.

RAIL

Battle Creek Transportation Center

4 mi away
104 Capital Ave. S.W.
RAIL

Albion station

33 mi away
300 North Eaton St.
RAIL

Kalamazoo Transportation Center

36 mi away
459 North Burdick St.
RAIL

Jackson station

62 mi away
501 E. Michigan Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Union and Ann Arbor. Straight-line distance: 114.31 mi (183.96 km).

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#1 Union

Township in Cass County, Michigan

Population440
Coordinates41.7861600, -85.8677800
Altitude248
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: US-12 (-85.867729, 41.786061)
End: South State Street (-83.740762, 42.277562)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 226 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 40m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 30m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 48m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 20m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 00m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 45m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.95 gal
18.74 L · about $21.80
Round trip
$43.60
9.9 gal · 37.48 L
Estimated CO2
44 kg one way
Round trip: 88 kg / 194 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.40 $21.80 $43.60
Mid-grade $5.08 $25.15 $50.29
Premium $5.68 $28.12 $56.24
Diesel $6.63 $32.81 $65.62

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 · Nov 05, 2026

There is no time difference between Union and Ann Arbor. The current time is 10:14:57.

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