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Trip from Maple Grove, MI to Ann Arbor, MI

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

7h 58m

Distance

430 mi

692 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$67

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min
4 AM
7h 50m ★
6 AM
7h 59m
8 AM
8h 16m
10 AM
8h 5m
12 PM
8h 3m
3 PM
8h 6m
5 PM
8h 15m
8 PM
7h 54m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Maple Grove, MI, MI

Maple Grove, MI

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Downtown Ann Arbor, MI, MI

Ann Arbor, MI

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Trip Overview

The drive from Maple Grove, MI to Ann Arbor, MI covers 430 miles and takes about 7h 58m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 75, US 2, US 23 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 229.2 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $67.23 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

215 miles from Maple Grove, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 13m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 229.2 mi 3h 56m
US 2 65.1 mi 1h 15m
US 23 45.4 mi 48m
M-28/M-94 34.1 mi 40m
M 77 17.3 mi 20m
Tunteri Road 15.6 mi 21m
M 94 14.1 mi 20m
US 41 4.3 mi 5m
Longest stretch: I 75 — 229.2 mi, about 3h 56m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Maple Grove, MI and Ann Arbor, MI.

1

Start on McMaster Road

124 ft · 10 sec · McMaster Road
2

Turn left onto Maple Grove Road

0.1 mi · 32 sec · Maple Grove Road
3

Turn sharp right onto US 41

4.3 mi · 5 min · US 41
4

Turn right onto M 94

14 mi · 20 min · M 94
5

Turn right onto M 94

1.0 mi · 1 min · Rock River Road
6

Turn left onto M 94

16 mi · 21 min · Tunteri Road
7

At end of road, turn right onto M 28; M 94

34 mi · 40 min · M-28/M-94
8

Turn sharp right onto M 77

17 mi · 20 min · M 77
9

At end of road, turn left onto US 2

65 mi · 1 hr 15 min · US 2
10

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 44 sec
Toward I 75 South: Mackinac Bridge
11

Merge onto I 75

94 mi · 1 hr 37 min · I 75
12

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

124 mi · 2 hr 7 min · I 75
Toward I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
13

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23

11 mi · 11 min · I 75; US 23
14

Keep slight right at fork onto US 23

45 mi · 48 min · US 23
Toward US 23: Ann Arbor Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

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.
16

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.
17

Turn left onto Depot Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · Depot Street
Use the left lane.
18

Turn right

119 ft · 6 sec
19

Continue on North State Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · North State Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
20

Arrive at destination

South State Street

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 215 miles from Maple Grove, MI, or about 4h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 229.2 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 95 miles or 2h 1m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 215 miles or 4h 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 6h 52m

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 Maple Grove, 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.

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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Maple Grove, MI

This is one driving day of about 430 miles and 7h 58m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 95 miles from Maple Grove, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 229.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Michigan, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Grayling, MI

215 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.

Popular next leg

Grayling, MI to Ann Arbor, MI

189.3 mi · 3h 20m

Pacing Suggestions

McMillan, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 95 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Grayling, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 215 miles from Maple Grove, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 229.2 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Misfit Society Coffee Club

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 430

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+17342632228

Visit website

The Drip House Coffee

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Ann Arbor, Michigan

1 mi

RoosRoast Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ann Arbor, Michigan

1.6 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Comet Coffee

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $1 to $10 mile 430

Hours: 7:30 am–6:30 pm

+17342220579

Visit website

RoosRoast Liberty

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ann Arbor, Michigan

0.4 mi

Vertex Coffee Roasters Ann Arbor

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ann Arbor, Michigan

0.5 mi

Misfit Society Coffee Club

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 430

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+17342632228

Visit website

The Drip House Coffee

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 430

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 6:30 am–8 pm

+17348004135

Visit website

RoosRoast Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 430

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+17342229202

Visit website

Zingerman's Coffee Company

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 430

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+17349296060

Visit website

Dozer Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.2 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 430

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+17349295217

Visit website

Miners Pasty Kitchen

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 30.7

Munising, Michigan

Hours: 9 am–6 pm

+19063876200

Visit website

Falling Rock Cafe & Bookstore

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 30.7

Munising, Michigan

+19063873008

Visit website

Earl E. Byrds

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 30.7

Munising, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+19063871414

Visit website

Comet Coffee

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $1 to $10 mile 430

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 7:30 am–6:30 pm

+17342220579

Visit website

RoosRoast Liberty

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 430

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+17343692494

Visit website

Vertex Coffee Roasters Ann Arbor

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 430

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+17347807060

Visit website

Jabal Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 430

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–11 pm

+17345445450

Visit website

Wildwood Coffee Co.

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 184.3

Indian River, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+12312382321

Visit website

Black Diesel Coffee

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 430

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 6:30 am–7 pm

+17344368355

Visit website

Venue Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 430

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+17348229821

Visit website

Rawaq Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour Inexpensiv mile 430

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+17344368412

Visit website

Call of the Wild Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 215

Gaylord, Michigan

Hours: 9:30 am–6 pm

+19897324336

Visit website

Bavarian Falls Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 215

Gaylord, Michigan

+19897324087

Visit website

Marshall M Fredericks Sculpture Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 337.9

University Center, Michigan

Hours: 11 am–5 pm

+19899647125

Visit website

Burt Lake State Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 184.3

Indian River, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–9 pm

+12312389392

Visit website

Leslie Science & Nature Center

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 430

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+17349971553

Visit website

Wawatam Lighthouse

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 153.6

St Ignace, Michigan

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19066438717

Visit website

Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 153.6

Mackinaw City, Michigan

+12314364100

Visit website

Wood Observation Tower

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 153.6

St Ignace, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 428.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 41

Turn sharp right onto US 41

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

6
246 mi into trip | ~4h 45m in | I 75

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward I 75: Saginaw, Detroit

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
7
381.2 mi into trip | ~7h 4m in | US 23

Keep slight right at fork onto US 23 toward US 23: Ann Arbor

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward US 23: Ann Arbor
7
426.6 mi into trip | ~7h 52m 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
428.1 mi into trip | ~7h 54m 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$67.23 one way

$134.45 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 150 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $73.81 $147.62
premium $4.89 $82.75 $165.50
diesel $5.61 $94.94 $189.88

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$67

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$92–$117

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 150.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $45 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 129 1 $45.15 $20.64
Efficient EV 107.5 1 $37.63 $17.20
EV Truck/SUV 172 2 $60.20 $27.52

Gas CO2

150 kg

EV CO2

50 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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.

Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Maple Grove, MI

Afternoon in Maple Grove on Saturday

Local time

2:03 PM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Ann Arbor, MI

Afternoon in Ann Arbor on Saturday

Local time

2:03 PM

EDT

Current temp

66°F

Showers And Thunderstorms

WSW 15 mph 85% chance 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

17 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

7h 58m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore

Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore

National Lakeshore

Sandstone cliffs, beaches, waterfalls, sand dunes, inland lakes, deep forest, and wild shoreline beckon you to visit Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. The power of Lake Superior shapes the park's coa...

17 mi from route ~42 min detour $25 near mile 44.5
Park Closure: Munising Falls Trail Closed Until Further Notice
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

430 mi in 7h 58m, mostly highway — 229.2 mi of that is on I 75.

81% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 229.2 mi on I 75.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and US 2. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 41.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 430 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 41): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 246 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 381.2 miles (US 23): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

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 Maple Grove, MI to Ann Arbor, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Detroit along the way.

Detroit

246 mi in | ~4h 45m | via I 75

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 58m. Total distance: 430 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 58m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 229.2 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Ann Arbor, MI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 41): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 246 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 381.2 miles (US 23): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 8.0 hours each way, a round trip means 16.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Ann Arbor, MI before the return drive.

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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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