Origin
Ann Arbor, MI
Late night in Ann Arbor on Wednesday
Local time
12:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ann Arbor, MI to Deerfield, MI
Data updated 4 hours ago
Drive Time
46m
Distance
34.5 mi
55 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
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6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 54m
10 AM
0h 49m
12 PM
0h 48m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 44m
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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Deerfield, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Ann Arbor, MI to Deerfield, MI covers 34.5 miles and takes about 46m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 94 BL, Washtenaw Avenue, Deerfield Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 24.2 miles on I 94 BL. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.39 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
17.2 miles from Ann Arbor, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 46m highway drive covering 34.5 miles, with most of the trip on I 94 BL and Washtenaw Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 24.2 miles on I 94 BL.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 94 BL is the longest continuous segment at about 24.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 BL and Washtenaw Avenue. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North University Avenue.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 46m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North University Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 27.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.4 miles (East Center Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North University Avenue
Turn right onto North University Avenue
Navigation decision point
8
27.6 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward Ida, Petersburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 13
Toward Ida, Petersburg
5
30.4 mi into trip
|
~38m in
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East Center Street
Turn right onto East Center Street
Navigation decision point
5
30.7 mi into trip
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~39m in
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Saline Street
Turn right onto Saline Street
Navigation decision point
5
30.7 mi into trip
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~39m in
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West Railroad Street
At end of road, turn left onto West Railroad Street
Navigation decision point
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 Deerfield, MI, road signs point toward Bl I 94: Toledo, Ida and Petersburg.
Bl I 94: Toledo
3.4 mi in
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~7m
|
via I 94 BL
Ida
27.6 mi in
|
~33m
Petersburg
27.6 mi in
|
~33m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 BL | 24.2 mi | 26m |
| Washtenaw Avenue | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Deerfield Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Ida West Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| East Keegan Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Carey Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North University Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Center Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 94 BL
— 24.2 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ann Arbor, MI and Deerfield, MI.
1
Start on South State Street
370 ft
·
15 sec
·
South State Street
2
Turn right onto North University Avenue
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
North University Avenue
3
Continue on Geddes Avenue
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Geddes Avenue
4
Turn slight right onto Washtenaw Court
349 ft
·
15 sec
·
Washtenaw Court
5
Turn slight right onto I 94 BL; US 23 BUS
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Washtenaw Avenue
6
Take the ramp onto I 94 BL
24 mi
·
26 min
·
I 94 BL
Toward US 23 SOUTH, BL I 94: Toledo
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 13
Toward Ida, Petersburg
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn right onto Ida West Road
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Ida West Road
9
Continue on Division Street
400 ft
·
10 sec
·
Division Street
10
Turn right onto East Center Street
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
East Center Street
11
Turn right onto Saline Street
343 ft
·
12 sec
·
Saline Street
12
At end of road, turn left onto West Railroad Street
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
West Railroad Street
13
Continue on Deerfield Road
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Deerfield Road
14
Continue on East Keegan Street
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
East Keegan Street
15
Turn left onto Carey Street
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Carey Street
16
At end of road, turn left onto East River Street
109 ft
·
3 sec
·
East River Street
17
Arrive at destination
East River Street
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 17.2 miles from Ann Arbor, MI, or about 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.2 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 34.5 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.2 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Deerfield, 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 34.5 miles and 46m.
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 I 94 BL for about 24.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.2 mi from Ann Arbor, MI · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.2 miles from Ann Arbor, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Deerfield, MI
The final approach into Deerfield, 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 Deerfield, 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
$5.39 one way
$10.79 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.92 | $11.84 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.64 | $13.28 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.62 | $15.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.62 | $1.66 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.02 | $1.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.83 | $2.21 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Deerfield, MI
Late night in Deerfield on Wednesday
Local time
12:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°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
25 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
46m 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 Deerfield, MI covers 34.5 miles and takes about 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 94 BL, Washtenaw Avenue, Deerfield Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.2 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 $5.39 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 straightforward 46m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North University Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 27.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.4 miles (East Center Street): Navigation decision point.
Between Ann Arbor, MI and Deerfield, MI, road signs point toward Bl I 94: Toledo, Ida and Petersburg.
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