Origin
Grosse Pointe Woods, MI
Morning in Grosse Pointe Woods on Friday
Local time
8:07 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Grosse Pointe Woods, MI to Ann Arbor, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
51.8 mi
83 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
★
6 AM
1h 3m
8 AM
1h 13m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 7m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Grosse Pointe Woods, MI
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Ann Arbor, MI
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Trip Overview
Grosse Pointe Woods to Ann Arbor is 51.8 miles and takes about 1 hour 3 minutes via M 14, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive connecting two points within Michigan's Midwest region. You'll primarily be on well-maintained highways, making it a convenient option for a quick trip. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to travel between these suburban areas without a lengthy commitment. The relatively short distance and predictable travel time make it ideal for a day trip or a short commute.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 3m. Total distance: 51.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive offers a mixed experience, with 58% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches on the Jeffries Freeway (Express) and Edsel Ford Freeway before transitioning to M 14. The longest continuous segment without a significant change in road type is 19.2 miles on M 14. Expect mostly efficient travel, characteristic of urban and suburban freeway driving, with some sections potentially feeling more like a standard interstate experience. The road generally moves you steadily toward your destination.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
M 14 is the longest continuous segment at about 19.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near Harper Avenue.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 51.8 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (Harper Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Harper Avenue
Turn left onto Harper Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
12.4 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward I 96: Canada, Lansing
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 213B
Toward I 96: Canada, Lansing
7
12.5 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 96 West: Lansing
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 96 West: Lansing
8
48.1 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
M 14
Keep slight left at fork onto M 14 toward M 14: Ann Arbor
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 45
Toward M 14: Ann Arbor
7
49.9 mi into trip
|
~58m in
|
US 23 BUS
Take the exit onto US 23 BUS toward US 23 BUS: Downtown Ann Arbor
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 3
Toward US 23 BUS: Downtown Ann Arbor
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Grosse Pointe Woods, MI and Ann Arbor, MI, road signs point toward Lansing and M 14: Ann Arbor.
Lansing
12.4 mi in
|
~17m
M 14: Ann Arbor
48.1 mi in
|
~56m
|
via M 14
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| M 14 | 19.2 mi | 20m |
| Jeffries Freeway (Express) | 14.5 mi | 15m |
| Edsel Ford Freeway | 11.5 mi | 15m |
| Jeffries Freeway | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| US 23 BUS | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North State Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Vernier Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Depot Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
M 14
— 19.2 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Grosse Pointe Woods, MI and Ann Arbor, MI.
1
Start on Vernier Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Vernier Road
2
Turn left onto Harper Avenue
259 ft
·
8 sec
·
Harper Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward I 94 West
4
Merge onto I 94
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Edsel Ford Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 213B
Toward I 96: Canada, Lansing
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 96 West: Lansing
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
Merge onto I 96
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Jeffries Freeway
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
14 mi
·
15 min
·
Jeffries Freeway (Express)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on M 14
17 mi
·
18 min
·
M 14
10
Keep slight left at fork onto M 14
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
M 14
Exit 45
Toward M 14: Ann Arbor
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit onto US 23 BUS
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 23 BUS
Exit 3
Toward US 23 BUS: Downtown Ann Arbor
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn left onto Depot Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Depot Street
Use the left lane.
13
Turn right
119 ft
·
6 sec
14
Continue on North State Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North State Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Arrive at destination
South State Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.9 mi from Grosse Pointe Woods, 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 25.9 miles from Grosse Pointe Woods, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.10 one way
$16.20 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.89 | $17.78 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.97 | $19.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.44 | $22.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.1 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 | 15.5 | 0 | $5.44 | $2.49 |
| Efficient EV | 13 | 0 | $4.53 | $2.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.25 | $3.32 |
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
Morning in Ann Arbor on Friday
Local time
8:07 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 3m 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 Grosse Pointe Woods, MI to Ann Arbor, MI covers 51.8 miles and takes about 1h 3m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are M 14, Jeffries Freeway (Express), Edsel Ford Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.9 miles from Grosse Pointe Woods, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.10 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 51.8 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (Harper Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 12.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Grosse Pointe Woods, MI and Ann Arbor, MI, road signs point toward Lansing and M 14: Ann Arbor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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