Origin
Ann Arbor, MI
Evening in Ann Arbor on Thursday
Local time
6:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ann Arbor, MI to Burlington, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 34m
Distance
74.9 mi
121 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 28m
★
6 AM
1h 35m
8 AM
1h 49m
10 AM
1h 40m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 41m
5 PM
1h 49m
8 PM
1h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ann Arbor, MI
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Burlington, MI
Troy Tumbin
Trip Overview
The drive from Ann Arbor, MI to Burlington, MI covers 74.9 miles and takes about 1h 34m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on M 60, I 94, East Huron Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 36.5 miles on M 60. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.71 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
37.4 miles from Ann Arbor, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 43m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 34m. Total distance: 74.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (48%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
The drive from Ann Arbor, MI to Burlington, MI covers 74.9 miles and takes about 1h 34m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 7 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
M 60 is the longest continuous segment at about 36.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near I 94 BL; US 23 BUS / East Huron Street.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Ann Arbor, MI to Burlington, MI is easy. At 1h 34m with 48% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (I 94 BL; US 23 BUS / East Huron Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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I 94 BL; US 23 BUS / East Huron Street
Turn left onto I 94 BL; US 23 BUS / East Huron Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
3
2.4 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 94 West: Jackson
Navigation decision point
Toward I 94 West: Jackson
3
2.7 mi into trip
|
~6m in
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I 94
Merge onto I 94
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
38.4 mi into trip
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~44m in
|
M 60
Take the exit onto M 60 toward M 60, I 94 Business: Spring Arbor, Jackson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward M 60, I 94 Business: Spring Arbor, Jacks...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Ann Arbor, MI and Burlington, MI, road signs point toward M 60 and Jackson.
M 60
38.4 mi in
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~44m
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via M 60
Jackson
38.4 mi in
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~44m
|
via M 60
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| M 60 | 36.5 mi | 50m |
| I 94 | 35.7 mi | 38m |
| East Huron Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Jackson Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| South State Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Leroy Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
M 60
— 36.5 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ann Arbor, MI and Burlington, MI.
1
Start on South State Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
South State Street
2
Turn left onto I 94 BL; US 23 BUS
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
East Huron Street
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on I 94 BL
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Jackson Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 94 West: Jackson
5
Merge onto I 94
36 mi
·
38 min
·
I 94
6
Take the exit onto M 60
36 mi
·
50 min
·
M 60
Toward M 60, I 94 Business: Spring Arbor, Jackson
7
Arrive at destination
M 60
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 37.4 miles from Ann Arbor, MI, or about 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 36.5 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 16 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 37.4 miles or 43m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Burlington, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Ann Arbor, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Ann Arbor, MI
This is one driving day of about 74.9 miles and 1h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Ann Arbor, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on M 60 for about 36.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.4 mi from Ann Arbor, MI · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 37.4 miles from Ann Arbor, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Burlington, MI
The final approach into Burlington, MI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.71 one way
$23.42 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.86 | $25.71 |
| premium | $4.89 | $14.41 | $28.83 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.54 | $33.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.5 | 0 | $7.86 | $3.60 |
| Efficient EV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.55 | $3.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30 | 0 | $10.49 | $4.79 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Burlington, MI
Evening in Burlington on Thursday
Local time
6:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
47°F
Jackson, MI
37 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
19 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 34m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Ann Arbor, MI to Burlington, MI covers 74.9 miles and takes about 1h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are M 60, I 94, East Huron Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.4 miles from Ann Arbor, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.71 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Ann Arbor, MI to Burlington, MI is easy. At 1h 34m with 48% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (I 94 BL; US 23 BUS / East Huron Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (I 94): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Between Ann Arbor, MI and Burlington, MI, road signs point toward M 60 and Jackson.
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