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 Cadillac, MI
Drive Time
3h 38m
Distance
192.2 mi
309 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 26m
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6 AM
3h 39m
8 AM
4h 4m
10 AM
3h 48m
12 PM
3h 45m
3 PM
3h 49m
5 PM
4h 3m
8 PM
3h 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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Cadillac, MI
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Ann Arbor to Cadillac covers 192.2 miles of Michigan landscape, typically taking about 3 hours and 38 minutes behind the wheel. Because this journey is manageable within a single day, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. Budgeting approximately $29 for fuel will cover your transit costs, making this an economical choice for a weekend getaway. You will spend the majority of your time on major corridors, specifically US 23 BUS and US 10. While the trip remains entirely within the Midwest, you will experience the transition from the Ann Arbor area toward the more northern terrain of Cadillac. It is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that favors efficiency over complex navigation.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
96.1 miles from Ann Arbor, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 45m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a trip defined by high-speed efficiency, as 78% of your travel occurs on highways. The route settles into a steady rhythm early on, featuring a longest uninterrupted stretch of 93.7 miles along US 23 BUS. This segment demands focused attention but offers a consistent pace that helps you cover ground quickly. As you transition onto US 10 and eventually Cadillac Drive, the character of the road shifts from primary thoroughfares to more localized transit. The drive is designed for those who prioritize reaching their destination reliably without the fatigue of technical, winding backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 93.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 23 BUS and US 10. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near I 94 BL; US 23 BUS / East Huron Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 192.2 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 0.3 miles (I 94 BL; US 23 BUS / East Huron Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (US 23 BUS / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (M 14; US 23 BUS): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 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.
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.
5
2 mi into trip
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~4m in
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M 14; US 23 BUS
Merge onto M 14; US 23 BUS
Merge point - match speed before joining. 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
108.2 mi into trip
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~1h 58m in
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US 10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10 toward US 10: Clare
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward US 10: Clare
Towns Along This Route
Between Ann Arbor, MI and Cadillac, MI, road signs point toward To M 115: Ludington and M 115: Cadillac.
To M 115: Ludington
146.2 mi in
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~2h 36m
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via US 10
M 115: Cadillac
153.8 mi in
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~2h 44m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 23 BUS | 93.7 mi | 1h 40m |
| US 10 | 56.9 mi | 56m |
| Cadillac Drive | 34.2 mi | 46m |
| Mackinaw Trail | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| South Mitchell Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| North Main Street | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| M 14 | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| East Huron Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 23 BUS
— 93.7 mi, about 1h 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ann Arbor, MI and Cadillac, 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
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US 23 BUS
Toward M 14 East, US 23: Flint, Detroit
5
Merge onto M 14; US 23 BUS
1.1 mi
·
1 min
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M 14; US 23 BUS
Use the none lane.
6
Keep left at fork onto US 23 BUS
94 mi
·
1 hr 40 min
·
US 23 BUS
Toward US 23 North: Flint
Use the none lane.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 162B
Toward US 10 West: Midland
8
Continue on US 10
11 mi
·
11 min
·
US 10
Use the none lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10
38 mi
·
38 min
·
US 10
Toward US 10: Clare
Use the none lane.
10
Take the exit onto US 10
7.6 mi
·
7 min
·
US 10
Toward US 10 WEST, TO M 115: Ludington, Cadillac
11
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward M 115: Cadillac
12
Turn right onto M 115
34 mi
·
46 min
·
Cadillac Drive
Use the none lane.
13
Turn right onto Mackinaw Trail
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Mackinaw Trail
Use the right lane.
14
Turn left onto US 131 Business
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
South Mitchell Street
15
Turn left onto West Pine Street
94 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Pine Street
16
Arrive at destination
West Pine Street
Trip Plan
To maximize your experience, aim for a departure time that avoids peak local traffic in Ann Arbor, ensuring a smoother transition onto the highway system. Planning for one scheduled stop is ideal given the 3-hour and 38-minute duration, allowing you to stretch your legs before the final push into Cadillac. Keep a close eye on your fuel levels once you turn onto US 10, as the transition to smaller roads can sometimes mean fewer service options than you might find on the main highway. Since this is a single-day trip, the schedule is flexible; you can easily leave early to maximize your afternoon at your destination. Use your planned stop to check your remaining mileage, as the final stretch on Cadillac Drive will require your full attention to navigate the end of your trip safely.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 96.1 miles from Ann Arbor, MI, or about 1h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 93.7 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 80 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 96.1 miles or 1h 45m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cadillac, 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 192.2 miles and 3h 38m.
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.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 23 BUS for about 93.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 96.1 mi from Ann Arbor, MI · 1h 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
96 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 96.1 miles from Ann Arbor, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 23 BUS if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 93.7 miles.
Arriving in Cadillac, MI
The final approach into Cadillac, 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 Cadillac, 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
$29.19 one way
$58.39 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
67 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $32.18 | $64.36 |
| premium | $4.80 | $36.28 | $72.57 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $42.70 | $85.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 67.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 57.7 | 0 | $20.18 | $9.23 |
| Efficient EV | 48.1 | 0 | $16.82 | $7.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 76.9 | 0 | $26.91 | $12.30 |
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (67% 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
Cadillac, MI
Evening in Cadillac on Sunday
Local time
5:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°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
6 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
3h 38m 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 Cadillac, MI covers 192.2 miles and takes about 3h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 23 BUS, US 10, Cadillac Drive. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 96.1 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 $29.19 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 192.2 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 0.3 miles (I 94 BL; US 23 BUS / East Huron Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.6 miles (US 23 BUS / North Main Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (M 14; US 23 BUS): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Ann Arbor, MI and Cadillac, MI, road signs point toward To M 115: Ludington and M 115: Cadillac.
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