Origin
Ann Arbor, MI
Afternoon in Ann Arbor on Friday
Local time
3:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Ann Arbor, MI to Westwood, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 57m
Distance
101.7 mi
164 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 49m
★
6 AM
1h 58m
8 AM
2h 15m
10 AM
2h 4m
12 PM
2h 2m
3 PM
2h 5m
5 PM
2h 14m
8 PM
1h 53m
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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Westwood, MI
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Trip Overview
Ann Arbor to Westwood is 101.7 miles and takes about 1 hour 57 minutes via I 94 and Amvets Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $16 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest, specifically Michigan, making it a straightforward journey for those within the region. The drive is primarily on major highways, suggesting a focus on reaching your destination efficiently rather than leisurely sightseeing. Consider this route if you need a quick, direct connection between these two points without extensive detours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
50.8 miles from Ann Arbor, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 57m. Total distance: 101.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (90%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This route is overwhelmingly highway-focused, with 90% of the drive taking place on high-speed roads like I 94. You'll experience a long, uninterrupted stretch of 91.2 miles on I 94, which means consistent speed and minimal traffic interruptions. The Amvets Memorial Highway and West Main Street will likely offer a slight change of pace as you approach your destination, but the character of this drive is predominantly about covering ground quickly on major thoroughfares.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 94 is the longest continuous segment at about 91.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and Amvets Memorial Highway. 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
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Ann Arbor, MI to Westwood, MI is easy. At 1h 57m with 90% 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 93.9 miles (I 94 BS / Business Spur I-94): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 96.7 miles (I 94 BS / King Highway): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 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.
4
93.9 mi into trip
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~1h 44m in
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I 94 BS / Business Spur I-94
Take the exit onto I 94 BS / Business Spur I-94 toward I 94 Business Spur: Downtown Kalamazoo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward I 94 Business Spur: Downtown Kalamazoo
4
96.7 mi into trip
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~1h 48m in
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I 94 BS / King Highway
At end of road, turn left onto I 94 BS / King Highway
Navigation decision point
4
101.4 mi into trip
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~1h 56m in
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Croyden Avenue
Turn left onto Croyden Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
101.7 mi into trip
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~1h 57m in
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Cherokee Street
Turn left onto Cherokee Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 91.2 mi | 1h 37m |
| Amvets Memorial Highway | 2.3 mi | 2m |
| West Main Street | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| East Huron Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| King Highway | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| East Kalamazoo Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Jackson Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Business Spur I-94 | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 91.2 mi, about 1h 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ann Arbor, MI and Westwood, 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
91 mi
·
1 hr 37 min
·
I 94
6
Take the exit onto I 94 BS
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Business Spur I-94
Toward I 94 Business Spur: Downtown Kalamazoo
7
Continue on I 94 BS
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Amvets Memorial Highway
8
At end of road, turn left onto I 94 BS
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
King Highway
9
Turn left onto East Michigan Avenue
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
East Michigan Avenue
10
Continue on East Kalamazoo Avenue
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
East Kalamazoo Avenue
11
Continue on West Kalamazoo Avenue
0.1 mi
·
10 sec
·
West Kalamazoo Avenue
12
Continue on Douglas Avenue
306 ft
·
11 sec
·
Douglas Avenue
13
Turn straight onto West Main Street
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
14
Turn right onto Old Nichols Road
371 ft
·
7 sec
·
Old Nichols Road
15
Turn right onto Nichols Road
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Nichols Road
16
Turn left onto Croyden Avenue
195 ft
·
10 sec
·
Croyden Avenue
17
Continue on Croyden Avenue
0.2 mi
·
59 sec
·
Croyden Avenue
18
Turn left onto Cherokee Street
60 ft
·
2 sec
·
Cherokee Street
19
Arrive at destination
Cherokee Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under two hours, this is a perfect same-day trip, offering flexibility in your departure time. You can easily leave in the morning or afternoon and still have plenty of daylight. Since the longest stretch on I 94 is over 91 miles, plan for a fuel stop before you begin or be aware of the limited options during that segment. With only 101.7 miles total, you won't need multiple extensive breaks, but a quick stop for a stretch before hitting the highway can be beneficial.
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 50.8 miles from Ann Arbor, MI, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 91.2 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 22 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.8 miles or 58m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Westwood, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Ann Arbor, MI
This is one driving day of about 101.7 miles and 1h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Ann Arbor, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 91.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.8 mi from Ann Arbor, MI · 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 50.8 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 I 94 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 91.2 miles.
Arriving in Westwood, MI
The final approach into Westwood, 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
$15.90 one way
$31.80 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $17.46 | $34.91 |
| premium | $4.89 | $19.57 | $39.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.45 | $44.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.5 | 0 | $10.68 | $4.88 |
| Efficient EV | 25.4 | 0 | $8.90 | $4.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.7 | 0 | $14.24 | $6.51 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Westwood, MI
Afternoon in Westwood on Friday
Local time
3:43 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
47°F
Homer, MI
51 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
20 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 57m 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 Westwood, MI covers 101.7 miles and takes about 1h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 94, Amvets Memorial Highway, West 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 50.8 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 $15.90 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 Westwood, MI is easy. At 1h 57m with 90% 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 93.9 miles (I 94 BS / Business Spur I-94): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 96.7 miles (I 94 BS / King Highway): Navigation decision point.
The route from Ann Arbor, MI to Westwood, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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