Origin
Grand Blanc, MI
Late night in Grand Blanc on Friday
Local time
12:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Grand Blanc, MI to Ann Arbor, MI
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
54m
Distance
51.3 mi
83 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 50m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Grand Blanc, MI
Willian Justen de Vasconcellos
Ann Arbor, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Grand Blanc, MI to Ann Arbor, MI covers 51.3 miles and takes about 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Grand Blanc Road, South Dort Highway, Dort Highway Extension for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.02 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 51.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m 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 54m drive with frequent turns across 51.3 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 Grand Blanc 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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Grand Blanc, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is easy. At 54m 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 Grand Blanc, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Grand Blanc Road | — | — |
| South Dort Highway | — | — |
| Dort Highway Extension | — | — |
| East Baldwin Road | — | — |
| Torrey Road | — | — |
| West Thompson Road | — | — |
| US 23 South | — | — |
| US 23 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East Grand Blanc Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grand Blanc, MI and Ann Arbor, MI.
1
Start on South Saginaw Street
26 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Saginaw Street
2
Turn left onto East Grand Blanc Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East Grand Blanc Road
3
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward East Grand Blanc Road
98 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Grand Blanc Road
4
Exit the roundabout onto East Grand Blanc Road
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
East Grand Blanc Road
5
Turn left onto South Dort Highway
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
·
South Dort Highway
6
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward South Dort Highway
89 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Dort Highway
7
Exit the roundabout onto South Dort Highway
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
South Dort Highway
8
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Dort Highway Extension
223 ft
·
4 sec
·
Dort Highway Extension
9
Exit the roundabout onto Dort Highway Extension
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Dort Highway Extension
10
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Dort Highway Extension
171 ft
·
3 sec
·
Dort Highway Extension
11
Exit the roundabout onto Dort Highway Extension
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Dort Highway Extension
12
At the end of the road, turn right onto East Baldwin Road
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
East Baldwin Road
13
Turn left onto Torrey Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Torrey Road
14
Turn right onto West Thompson Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Thompson Road
15
Take the ramp left toward US 23 South: Ann Arbor
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
US 23 South: Ann Arbor
16
Merge slight left onto US 23: Ann Arbor
39 mi
·
41 min
·
US 23: Ann Arbor
17
Take the exit slight right toward M 14 West: Ann Arbor
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
M 14 West: Ann Arbor
18
Take the exit right toward US 23 BUS: Downtown Ann Arbor
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 23 BUS: Downtown Ann Arbor
19
Turn left onto Depot Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Depot Street
20
Turn right
118 ft
·
7 sec
21
Continue on North State Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North State Street
22
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.6 mi from Grand Blanc, MI · 27m 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 25.6 miles from Grand Blanc, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Ann Arbor, MI
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Ann Arbor, MI if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.02 one way
$16.04 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.81 | $17.61 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.87 | $19.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.33 | $22.65 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.9 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 | 15.4 | 0 | $5.39 | $2.46 |
| Efficient EV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.49 | $2.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.18 | $3.28 |
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
Ann Arbor, MI
Late night in Ann Arbor on Friday
Local time
12:52 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
54m 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 Grand Blanc, MI to Ann Arbor, MI covers 51.3 miles and takes about 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East Grand Blanc Road, South Dort Highway, Dort Highway Extension. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.6 miles from Grand Blanc, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.02 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 Grand Blanc, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is easy. At 54m 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 Grand Blanc, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Grand Blanc, MI to Ann Arbor, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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