Origin
Maple Valley, MI
Morning in Maple Valley on Thursday
Local time
11:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Maple Valley, MI to Ann Arbor, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 25m
Distance
161.1 mi
259 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$25
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 15m
★
6 AM
2h 25m
8 AM
2h 45m
10 AM
2h 32m
12 PM
2h 30m
3 PM
2h 33m
5 PM
2h 44m
8 PM
2h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ann Arbor, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Maple Valley, MI to Ann Arbor, MI covers 161.1 miles and takes about 2h 25m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East West Branch Road, US 23, M 14 West for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $25.19 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
80.6 miles from Maple Valley, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 12m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 25m. Total distance: 161.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 25m drive with frequent turns across 161.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
East West Branch 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 Maple Valley, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is easy. At 2h 25m 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 Maple Valley, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East West Branch Road | — | — |
| US 23 | — | — |
| M 14 West | — | — |
| Depot Street | — | — |
| North State Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
East West Branch Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maple Valley, MI and Ann Arbor, MI.
1
Start on South Maple Valley Road
16 ft
·
3 sec
·
South Maple Valley Road
2
Turn right onto East West Branch Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
East West Branch Road
3
Turn right
102 mi
·
1 hr 44 min
4
Keep slight left
11 mi
·
11 min
5
Keep slight right to continue on US 23: Ann Arbor
45 mi
·
48 min
·
US 23: Ann Arbor
6
Take the exit slight right toward M 14 West: Ann Arbor
1.5 mi
·
1 min
·
M 14 West: Ann Arbor
7
Take the exit right toward US 23 BUS: Downtown Ann Arbor
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 23 BUS: Downtown Ann Arbor
8
Turn left onto Depot Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Depot Street
9
Turn right
118 ft
·
7 sec
10
Continue on North State Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North State Street
11
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 80.6 miles from Maple Valley, MI, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
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 35 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 80.6 miles or 1h 12m 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 58m
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 Valley, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Maple Valley, MI
This is one driving day of about 161.1 miles and 2h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 35 miles from Maple Valley, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 80.6 mi from Maple Valley, MI · 1h 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
81 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 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 80.6 miles from Maple Valley, 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.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Ann Arbor, MI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.19 one way
$50.37 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
56 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $27.65 | $55.31 |
| premium | $4.89 | $31.00 | $62.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $35.57 | $71.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 56.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 48.3 | 0 | $16.92 | $7.73 |
| Efficient EV | 40.3 | 0 | $14.10 | $6.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 64.4 | 0 | $22.55 | $10.31 |
Gas CO2
56 kg
EV CO2
19 kg (66% 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 Thursday
Local time
11:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
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
9 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 25m 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 Maple Valley, MI to Ann Arbor, MI covers 161.1 miles and takes about 2h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are East West Branch Road, US 23, M 14 West. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 80.6 miles from Maple Valley, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.19 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 Maple Valley, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is easy. At 2h 25m 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 Maple Valley, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Maple Valley, MI to Ann Arbor, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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