Origin
Ann Arbor, MI
Afternoon in Ann Arbor on Thursday
Local time
3:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ann Arbor, MI to Grand Blanc, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 4m
Distance
52 mi
84 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 15m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 14m
8 PM
1h 1m
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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Grand Blanc, MI
Willian Justen de Vasconcellos
Trip Overview
The drive from Ann Arbor, MI to Grand Blanc, MI covers 52 miles and takes about 1h 4m 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 $8.13 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 4m. Total distance: 52 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 4m drive with frequent turns across 52 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East Huron Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Ann Arbor, MI to Grand Blanc, MI is easy. At 1h 4m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Ann Arbor, MI to Grand Blanc, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Huron Street | — | — |
| North Main Street | — | — |
| US 23 | — | — |
| US 23 North | — | — |
| Thompson Road | — | — |
| West Thompson Road | — | — |
| Torrey Road | — | — |
| West Baldwin Road | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Huron Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ann Arbor, MI and Grand Blanc, MI.
1
Start on South State Street
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
South State Street
2
Turn left onto East Huron Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Huron Street
3
Turn right onto North Main Street
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Main Street
4
Take the ramp straight toward M 14 East, US 23: Flint, Detroit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
M 14 East, US 23: Flint, Detroit
5
Merge slight left
1.1 mi
·
1 min
6
Keep left to continue on US 23 North: Flint
39 mi
·
41 min
·
US 23 North: Flint
7
Take the exit slight right toward Thompson Road
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Thompson Road
8
Turn right onto West Thompson Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Thompson Road
9
Turn left onto Torrey Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Torrey Road
10
Turn right onto West Baldwin Road
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
West Baldwin Road
11
Turn left onto Dort Highway Extension
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Dort Highway Extension
12
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Dort Highway Extension
144 ft
·
3 sec
·
Dort Highway Extension
13
Exit the roundabout onto Dort Highway Extension
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Dort Highway Extension
14
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward South Dort Highway
92 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Dort Highway
15
Exit the roundabout onto South Dort Highway
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
South Dort Highway
16
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward South Dort Highway
171 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Dort Highway
17
Exit the roundabout onto South Dort Highway
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
·
South Dort Highway
18
Turn right onto East Grand Blanc Road
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
East Grand Blanc Road
19
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Grand Blanc Road
89 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Grand Blanc Road
20
Exit the roundabout onto East Grand Blanc Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East Grand Blanc Road
21
Turn right onto South Saginaw Street
26 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Saginaw Street
22
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26 mi from Ann Arbor, MI · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26 miles from Ann Arbor, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Grand Blanc, MI
The final approach into Grand Blanc, 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
$8.13 one way
$16.26 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.93 | $17.85 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.01 | $20.01 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.48 | $22.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.46 | $2.50 |
| Efficient EV | 13 | 0 | $4.55 | $2.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.28 | $3.33 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Grand Blanc, MI
Afternoon in Grand Blanc on Thursday
Local time
3:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Hartland, MI
26 mi in
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
19 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 4m 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 Grand Blanc, MI covers 52 miles and takes about 1h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Huron Street, North Main Street, US 23. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26 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 $8.13 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 Grand Blanc, MI is easy. At 1h 4m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Ann Arbor, MI to Grand Blanc, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Ann Arbor, MI to Grand Blanc, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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