Origin
Canton, MI
Evening in Canton on Sunday
Local time
5:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Canton, MI to Ann Arbor, MI
Drive Time
27m
Distance
17.7 mi
29 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
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6 AM
0h 27m
8 AM
0h 32m
10 AM
0h 29m
12 PM
0h 28m
3 PM
0h 29m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Canton, MI
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Ann Arbor, MI
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Canton to Ann Arbor, you are in for a quick, 17.7-mile trip across the Midwest. Expect the drive to take about 27 minutes under normal conditions, making it a simple day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a fuel budget of just $3, this is an extremely economical route for your commute or a brief visit. You will navigate entirely on local roads, as there is no highway driving involved in this journey. Because the distance is so short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your schedule around your own needs rather than worrying about a long haul. It is a straightforward, practical connection between these two Michigan communities.
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
8.9 miles from Canton, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 13m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you alert throughout the 27-minute duration. You will navigate a series of turns while utilizing Cherry Hill Road, North Canton Center Road, and Ford Road to reach your destination. Since there is zero highway share, your speed will remain consistent with local traffic rather than interstate cruising. With the longest stretch being 0 miles on Cherry Hill Road, you should expect constant movement and frequent adjustments behind the wheel. The route offers a technical, hands-on driving experience that contrasts sharply with the monotony of a high-speed motorway.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Cherry Hill Road 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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Canton, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is easy. At 27m 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 Canton, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Cherry Hill Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Canton Center Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Ford Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| M-153 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| M 14 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 23 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Depot Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North State Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Cherry Hill Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Canton, MI and Ann Arbor, MI.
1
Start on Eddington Circle
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
Eddington Circle
2
At the end of the road, turn straight onto Cherry Hill Road
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Cherry Hill Road
3
Turn right onto North Canton Center Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Canton Center Road
4
Turn left onto Ford Road
6.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Ford Road
5
Continue on M-153
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
M-153
6
Merge slight left
4.6 mi
·
4 min
7
Keep slight left to continue on M 14: Ann Arbor
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
M 14: Ann Arbor
8
Take the exit right toward US 23 BUS: Downtown Ann Arbor
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 23 BUS: Downtown Ann Arbor
9
Turn left onto Depot Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Depot Street
10
Turn right
118 ft
·
7 sec
11
Continue on North State Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North State Street
12
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 17.7-mile excursion, you can easily complete the trip in a single day without needing to plan for rest stops. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, try to depart during off-peak hours to avoid heavy local traffic congestion on Ford Road. Keep your $3 fuel estimate in mind, but ensure your tank is ready for the stop-and-go demands of local streets. Your best strategy is to embrace the flexibility of a short drive, as you can easily adjust your departure time to suit your personal schedule. Pay close attention to navigation as you transition between the primary local roads, as the route requires frequent turns to stay on course.
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 8.9 miles from Canton, MI, or about 13m into the drive.
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 17.7 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.9 miles or 13m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ann Arbor, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Canton, 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 Canton, MI
This is one driving day of about 17.7 miles and 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Canton, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.9 mi from Canton, MI · 13m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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 17.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.9 miles from Canton, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Ann Arbor, MI
The final approach into Ann Arbor, 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 Ann Arbor, 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
$2.69 one way
$5.38 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $2.96 | $5.93 |
| premium | $4.80 | $3.34 | $6.68 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.93 | $7.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.86 | $0.85 |
| Efficient EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.55 | $0.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.48 | $1.13 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Ann Arbor, MI
Evening in Ann Arbor on Sunday
Local time
5:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
1 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
27m 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 Canton, MI to Ann Arbor, MI covers 17.7 miles and takes about 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Cherry Hill Road, North Canton Center Road, Ford Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.9 miles from Canton, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.69 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 Canton, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is easy. At 27m 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 Canton, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Canton, MI to Ann Arbor, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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