Origin
Lawrence, MI
Late night in Lawrence on Friday
Local time
12:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lawrence, MI to Ann Arbor, MI
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
2h 19m
Distance
123.9 mi
199 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 10m
★
6 AM
2h 19m
8 AM
2h 38m
10 AM
2h 26m
12 PM
2h 24m
3 PM
2h 27m
5 PM
2h 37m
8 PM
2h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lawrence, MI
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Ann Arbor, MI
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Trip Overview
This 124.7-mile drive from Lawrence to Ann Arbor, Michigan, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 2 minutes to complete. You'll navigate primarily on local roads, with Red Arrow Highway and County Road 671 being key parts of your journey. With a modest estimated fuel cost of $19, this route offers a straightforward way to travel within the Midwest region. The lack of highway driving suggests a more relaxed pace, allowing you to enjoy the local scenery as you make your way across the state. Given its short duration and turn-heavy profile, it's an ideal option for a leisurely day trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
61.9 miles from Lawrence, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 19m. Total distance: 123.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 124.7-mile journey, with a 0% highway share. This means you'll be on county roads and smaller state routes for the majority of your travel, offering a more intimate connection with the landscape. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, but the 'turn-heavy' profile indicates frequent changes in direction rather than long, straightaways. Prepare for a driving experience that requires your attention, as you'll be navigating through communities and along roads that aren't designed for high speeds. This route emphasizes local road navigation over high-speed cruising.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 94 is the longest continuous segment at about 114.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and Red Arrow Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near Red Arrow Highway.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 19m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (Red Arrow Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 4.6 miles (671 / County Road 671): Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles: Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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Red Arrow Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto Red Arrow Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
3
4.6 mi into trip
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~6m in
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671 / County Road 671
Turn right onto 671 / County Road 671
Navigation decision point
4
5.4 mi into trip
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~8m in
Take the ramp toward I 94 East: Detroit
Navigation decision point
Toward I 94 East: Detroit
6
120 mi into trip
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~2h 11m in
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I 94
Keep slight right at fork onto I 94 toward I 94, I 94 Business: Detroit, Ann Arbor
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 94, I 94 Business: Detroit, Ann Arbor
7
120.6 mi into trip
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~2h 11m in
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I 94 BL
Take the exit onto I 94 BL toward I 94 Business: Ann Arbor
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 172
Toward I 94 Business: Ann Arbor
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 114.9 mi | 2h 3m |
| Red Arrow Highway | 4 mi | 5m |
| I 94 BL | 3 mi | 6m |
| County Road 671 | 0.7 mi | <1m |
| West Saint Joseph Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South State Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| M-51 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 43rd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 114.9 mi, about 2h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lawrence, MI and Ann Arbor, MI.
1
Start on West Saint Joseph Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Saint Joseph Street
2
Keep slight right at fork onto Red Arrow Highway
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Red Arrow Highway
3
Turn right onto 671
0.7 mi
·
57 sec
·
County Road 671
4
Turn straight onto M 51
290 ft
·
4 sec
·
43rd Street
5
Continue on M 51
385 ft
·
5 sec
·
M-51
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 94 East: Detroit
7
Merge onto I 94
114 mi
·
2 hr 2 min
·
I 94
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 94
0.6 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 94
Toward I 94, I 94 Business: Detroit, Ann Arbor
9
Take the exit onto I 94 BL
3.0 mi
·
6 min
·
I 94 BL
Exit 172
Toward I 94 Business: Ann Arbor
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn right onto South State Street
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
South State Street
11
Arrive at destination
South State Street
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just over 2 hours, this trip from Lawrence to Ann Arbor offers plenty of flexibility. You can depart in the morning and arrive in Ann Arbor with ample time to explore. Since there are no designated stops in the data, consider planning a brief pause for fuel or a quick break around the halfway point, perhaps near where County Road 671 might intersect with other local routes. The estimated fuel cost is $19, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before you set off, especially since this is a local road drive with no major highway services readily apparent. Pay attention to local speed limits as you transition between different road types.
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 61.9 miles from Lawrence, MI, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 114.9 miles.
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 27 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.9 miles or 1h 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ann Arbor, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Lawrence, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Lawrence, MI
This is one driving day of about 123.9 miles and 2h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Lawrence, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 114.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 61.9 mi from Lawrence, MI · 1h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
62 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 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 61.9 miles from Lawrence, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 94 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 114.9 miles.
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.37 one way
$38.74 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $21.27 | $42.54 |
| premium | $4.89 | $23.84 | $47.69 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.36 | $54.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.2 | 0 | $13.01 | $5.95 |
| Efficient EV | 31 | 0 | $10.84 | $4.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 49.6 | 0 | $17.35 | $7.93 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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
12:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
68°F
Butler, MI
62 mi in
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 19m 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 Lawrence, MI to Ann Arbor, MI covers 123.9 miles and takes about 2h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 94, Red Arrow Highway, I 94 BL. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 61.9 miles from Lawrence, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.37 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 is a straightforward 2h 19m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (Red Arrow Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 4.6 miles (671 / County Road 671): Navigation decision point; at 5.4 miles: Navigation decision point.
The route from Lawrence, MI to Ann Arbor, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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