Drive Time
7h 28m
Distance
408.3 mi
657 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$62
one way
The drive from Ann Arbor, MI to Au Train, MI covers 408.3 miles and takes about 7h 28m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Huron Street, North Main Street, US 23 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $62.02 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
204.1 miles from Ann Arbor, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 44m into the drive .
Expect a 7h 28m drive with frequent turns across 408.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 7h 28m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Ann Arbor, MI to Au Train, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Huron Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Main Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 23 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 23 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 2 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US-2 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| M-28 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Cedar Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Ann Arbor, MI and Au Train, MI.
Start on South State Street
Turn left onto East Huron Street
Turn right onto North Main Street
Take the ramp straight toward M 14 East, US 23: Flint, Detroit
Merge slight left
Keep left to continue on US 23 North: Flint
Keep slight left
Keep slight left
Take the exit slight right toward US 2: Manistique, Escanaba
Merge slight left onto US-2 West
Continue on US 2
Continue on US-2 West
Turn right
Turn sharp left onto M-28
Continue on Cedar Street
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Munising
Exit the roundabout onto East Munising
Continue on M-28
Turn left onto Arbutus Street
Turn left onto Woodland Avenue
Arrive at your destination
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 90 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 204.1 miles or 3h 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Au Train, MI than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Ann Arbor, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Ann Arbor, MI
This is one driving day of about 408.3 miles and 7h 28m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 204.1 mi from Ann Arbor, MI · 3h 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
204 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.
A short stop after about 90 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 204.1 miles from Ann Arbor, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Au Train, 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 Au Train, MI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$62.02 one way
$124.03 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $68.37 | $136.73 |
| premium | $4.80 | $77.08 | $154.16 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $90.71 | $181.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$62
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$87–$112
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 142.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $43 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 122.5 | 1 | $42.87 | $19.60 |
| Efficient EV | 102.1 | 1 | $35.73 | $16.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 163.3 | 2 | $57.16 | $26.13 |
Gas CO2
143 kg
EV CO2
48 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Night in Ann Arbor on Saturday
Local time
9:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Night in Au Train on Saturday
Local time
9:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
34°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
40°F
Alpena, MI
204 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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