Origin
Ypsilanti, MI
Night in Ypsilanti on Wednesday
Local time
10:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ypsilanti, MI to Ann Arbor, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
15m
Distance
7.6 mi
12 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 14m
★
6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 18m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 18m
8 PM
0h 14m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ypsilanti, MI
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Ann Arbor, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Ypsilanti, MI to Ann Arbor, MI covers 7.6 miles and takes about 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Washtenaw Avenue, West Cross Street, North Huron Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 6.1 miles on Washtenaw Avenue. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.19 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
3.8 miles from Ypsilanti, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 15m drive with frequent turns across 7.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Washtenaw Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 6.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near M 17 / North Huron Street.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 15m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (M 17 / North Huron Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (M 17 / West Cross Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (M 17 / Washtenaw Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 5 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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M 17 / North Huron Street
Turn right onto M 17 / North Huron Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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M 17 / West Cross Street
Turn left onto M 17 / West Cross Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
3
1 mi into trip
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~1m in
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M 17 / Washtenaw Avenue
Turn straight onto M 17 / Washtenaw Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
7.1 mi into trip
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~13m in
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Geddes Avenue
Turn left onto Geddes Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
7.6 mi into trip
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~14m in
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South State Street
At end of road, turn left onto South State Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Washtenaw Avenue | 6.1 mi | 11m |
| West Cross Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Huron Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North University Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Geddes Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South State Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Michigan Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Washtenaw Avenue
— 6.1 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ypsilanti, MI and Ann Arbor, MI.
1
Start on US 12 BUS; M 17
31 ft
·
3 sec
·
West Michigan Avenue
2
Turn right onto M 17
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
North Huron Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto M 17
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Cross Street
Use the left lane.
4
Turn straight onto M 17
6.1 mi
·
11 min
·
Washtenaw Avenue
Use the straight lane.
5
Turn slight left
219 ft
·
9 sec
6
Turn left onto Geddes Avenue
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Geddes Avenue
Use the left lane.
7
Continue on North University Avenue
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
North University Avenue
8
At end of road, turn left onto South State Street
370 ft
·
10 sec
·
South State Street
9
Arrive at destination
South State Street
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 3.8 miles from Ypsilanti, MI, or about 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.1 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 7.6 miles or 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.8 miles or 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 12m
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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Have your navigation ready before leaving Ypsilanti, MI.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Ypsilanti, MI
This is one driving day of about 7.6 miles and 15m.
At 7.6 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Washtenaw Avenue for about 6.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.8 mi from Ypsilanti, MI · 7m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 7.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 3.8 miles from Ypsilanti, 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
$1.19 one way
$2.38 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $1.30 | $2.61 |
| premium | $4.89 | $1.46 | $2.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.68 | $3.36 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.80 | $0.36 |
| Efficient EV | 1.9 | 0 | $0.66 | $0.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3 | 0 | $1.06 | $0.49 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Night in Ann Arbor on Wednesday
Local time
10:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
15m 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 Ypsilanti, MI to Ann Arbor, MI covers 7.6 miles and takes about 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Washtenaw Avenue, West Cross Street, North Huron Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.8 miles from Ypsilanti, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.19 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.
This is a straightforward 15m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (M 17 / North Huron Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.3 miles (M 17 / West Cross Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (M 17 / Washtenaw Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Ypsilanti, MI to Ann Arbor, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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