Origin
Holly, MI
Afternoon in Holly on Friday
Local time
3:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Holly, 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
55m
Distance
44.5 mi
72 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Holly, MI
Alexander Krivitskiy
Ann Arbor, MI
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
The drive from Holly, MI to Ann Arbor, MI covers 44.5 miles and takes about 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 23, Grange Hall Road, US 23 BUS for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 34.3 miles on US 23. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.96 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 44.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 55m highway drive covering 44.5 miles, with most of the trip on US 23 and Grange Hall Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 34.3 miles on US 23.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 23 is the longest continuous segment at about 34.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 23 and Grange Hall Road. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 6.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 44.5 miles you will encounter 8 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 6.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles (US 23): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 41 miles (US 23 BUS): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
6.5 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the ramp toward US 23 South: Ann Arbor
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward US 23 South: Ann Arbor
5
6.8 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
US 23
Merge onto US 23
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
41 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
US 23 BUS
Take the exit onto US 23 BUS toward M 14 West: Ann Arbor
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 45
Toward M 14 West: Ann Arbor
7
42.6 mi into trip
|
~51m 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
5
43.5 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
Depot Street
Turn left onto Depot Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Holly, MI to Ann Arbor, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 14 West: Ann Arbor along the way.
M 14 West: Ann Arbor
41 mi in
|
~49m
|
via US 23 BUS
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 23 | 34.3 mi | 36m |
| Grange Hall Road | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| US 23 BUS | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| East Silver Lake Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| North Saginaw Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North State Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Depot Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 23
— 34.3 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Holly, MI and Ann Arbor, MI.
1
Start on North Saginaw Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Saginaw Street
2
Turn left onto Grange Hall Road
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Grange Hall Road
3
Continue on Main Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
4
Turn straight onto East Silver Lake Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
East Silver Lake Road
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward US 23 South: Ann Arbor
Use the left lane.
6
Merge onto US 23
34 mi
·
36 min
·
US 23
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto US 23 BUS
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
US 23 BUS
Exit 45
Toward M 14 West: Ann Arbor
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
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.
9
Turn left onto Depot Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Depot Street
Use the left lane.
10
Turn right
119 ft
·
6 sec
11
Continue on North State Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North State Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Arrive at destination
South State Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.2 mi from Holly, MI · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.2 miles from Holly, 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
$6.96 one way
$13.91 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.64 | $15.28 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.56 | $17.13 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.83 | $19.65 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.67 | $2.14 |
| Efficient EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.89 | $1.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.23 | $2.85 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Afternoon in Ann Arbor on Friday
Local time
3:00 PM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Hartland, MI
22 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
3 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
55m 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 Holly, MI to Ann Arbor, MI covers 44.5 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 23, Grange Hall Road, US 23 BUS. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.2 miles from Holly, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.96 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 44.5 miles you will encounter 8 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 6.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles (US 23): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 41 miles (US 23 BUS): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Holly, MI to Ann Arbor, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 14 West: Ann Arbor along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Ann Arbor, MI
More trips to Ann Arbor, MI
Explore more options from Holly, MI or browse trips ending in Ann Arbor, MI.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse MI road trips.