Origin
Ann Arbor, MI
Evening in Ann Arbor on Sunday
Local time
5:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ann Arbor, MI to Burton, MI
Drive Time
1h 9m
Distance
58.3 mi
94 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 7m
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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Burton, MI
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick and straightforward trip through the Midwest, the 58.3-mile journey from Ann Arbor to Burton is an ideal choice. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 1 hour and 9 minutes, making it a perfect day trip that leaves you plenty of time at your destination. With a modest fuel budget of around $9, it is an economical route for a weekend outing or a quick visit. You will rely primarily on US 23 BUS and the Chevrolet-Buick Freeway to navigate the distance. Because the trip is short and efficient, there is no need to plan for an overnight stay unless your specific schedule requires one.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
29.1 miles from Ann Arbor, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a focused, highway-heavy experience, as roughly 89% of this trip takes place on major roads. The route features a significant 47.4-mile uninterrupted stretch along US 23 BUS, allowing for a steady, consistent pace behind the wheel. You will begin your journey on North Main Street before transitioning into the faster-paced highway environment that defines the remainder of the drive. It is a functional, no-nonsense commute that prioritizes speed and directness over winding, scenic backroads. While the character of the road is primarily utilitarian, the transition from local streets to the interstate system is seamless and easy to navigate.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 23 BUS is the longest continuous segment at about 47.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 23 BUS and Chevrolet-Buick Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near US 23 BUS / North Main Street.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 58.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (US 23 BUS / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles (US 23 BUS): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 23 BUS / North Main Street
Turn right onto US 23 BUS / North Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
3.1 mi into trip
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~6m in
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US 23 BUS
Keep left at fork onto US 23 BUS toward US 23 North: Flint
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward US 23 North: Flint
7
50.4 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Take the exit toward I 69: Lansing, Port Huron
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 69: Lansing, Port Huron
9
50.6 mi into trip
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~57m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 69: Lansing, Flint, Port Huron
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward I 69: Lansing, Flint, Port Huron
6
50.8 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 69 East: Flint, Port Huron
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 69 East: Flint, Port Huron
Towns Along This Route
Between Ann Arbor, MI and Burton, MI, road signs point toward Port Huron and Flint.
Port Huron
50.4 mi in
|
~56m
Flint
50.6 mi in
|
~57m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 23 BUS | 47.4 mi | 50m |
| Chevrolet-Buick Freeway | 4.7 mi | 4m |
| North Main Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| M 14 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Lippincott Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| South Center Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Huron Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Amy Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 23 BUS
— 47.4 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ann Arbor, MI and Burton, 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
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Huron Street
Use the left lane.
3
Turn right onto US 23 BUS
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
Use the none lane.
4
Take the ramp onto US 23 BUS
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
US 23 BUS
Toward M 14 East, US 23: Flint, Detroit
5
Merge onto M 14; US 23 BUS
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
M 14; US 23 BUS
Use the none lane.
6
Keep left at fork onto US 23 BUS
47 mi
·
50 min
·
US 23 BUS
Toward US 23 North: Flint
Use the none lane.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 69: Lansing, Port Huron
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward I 69: Lansing, Flint, Port Huron
Use the none lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 69 East: Flint, Port Huron
10
Merge onto I 69
4.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward Center Road
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn right onto South Center Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Center Road
Use the right lane.
13
Turn left onto Lippincott Boulevard
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Lippincott Boulevard
14
Turn right onto Amy Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Amy Street
15
Arrive at destination
Amy Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best without worrying about mid-trip fatigue. You should not need to plan for any formal stops, as the 1 hour and 9 minute duration is easily manageable in a single stint. Keep an eye on traffic patterns when merging onto the Chevrolet-Buick Freeway, as highway-focused routes can see congestion during peak hours. Budgeting approximately $9 for fuel should cover your needs, but checking your levels before leaving Ann Arbor is a smart way to ensure a hassle-free trip. Use the efficiency of the 58.3-mile distance to your advantage by planning your arrival in Burton to coincide with your first scheduled activity.
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 29.1 miles from Ann Arbor, MI, or about 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 47.4 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 58.3 miles or 1h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.1 miles or 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Burton, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ann Arbor, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Ann Arbor, MI
This is one driving day of about 58.3 miles and 1h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Ann Arbor, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on US 23 BUS for about 47.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.1 mi from Ann Arbor, MI · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 58.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.1 miles from Ann Arbor, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Burton, MI
The final approach into Burton, MI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Burton, MI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.86 one way
$17.71 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $9.76 | $19.52 |
| premium | $4.80 | $11.01 | $22.01 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.95 | $25.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.12 | $2.80 |
| Efficient EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.10 | $2.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.16 | $3.73 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Burton, MI
Evening in Burton on Sunday
Local time
5:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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 9m 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 Burton, MI covers 58.3 miles and takes about 1h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 23 BUS, Chevrolet-Buick Freeway, North Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.1 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 $8.86 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 58.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (US 23 BUS / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles (US 23 BUS): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 50.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Ann Arbor, MI and Burton, MI, road signs point toward Port Huron and Flint.
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