Origin
Benton, MI
Late night in Benton on Sunday
Local time
4:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Benton, MI to Livonia, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
48m
Distance
39.2 mi
63 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Benton, MI
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Livonia, MI
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Trip Overview
Benton, MI to Livonia, MI is 39.2 miles and takes about 48 minutes via M 14 and West Michigan Avenue, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive within the Midwest, connecting two points in Michigan. It’s a short trip, making it ideal for a single-day excursion without the need for overnight stays. You'll experience a mixed drive, so expect some variety on the road. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to travel between these locations without significant time commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| M 14 | 14.4 mi | 15m |
| West Michigan Avenue | 10.7 mi | 16m |
| US 23 | 8.1 mi | 8m |
| I 96 | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| Merriman Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Schoolcraft Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
M 14
— 14.4 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Benton, MI and Livonia, MI.
1
Start on US 12
11 mi
·
16 min
·
West Michigan Avenue
Use the left lane.
2
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
3
Merge onto US 23
8.1 mi
·
8 min
·
US 23
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 42
Toward M 14 East: Plymouth
5
Merge onto M 14
14 mi
·
15 min
·
M 14
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 96
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
I 96
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 175
Toward Merriman Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn straight onto Schoolcraft Road
477 ft
·
14 sec
·
Schoolcraft Road
9
Turn right onto Merriman Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Merriman Road
10
Turn right
98 ft
·
9 sec
11
Turn right
31 ft
·
2 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.6 miles from Benton, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 10.9 and 39.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
10.9 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
US 23
Merge onto US 23
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
19.1 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Take the exit toward M 14 East: Plymouth
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 42
Toward M 14 East: Plymouth
5
19.5 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
M 14
Merge onto M 14
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
37.8 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Take the exit toward Merriman Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 175
Toward Merriman Road
5
39.2 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.13 one way
$12.26 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $6.73 | $13.46 |
| premium | $4.89 | $7.54 | $15.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.65 | $17.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.12 | $1.88 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.43 | $1.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.49 | $2.51 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Livonia, MI
Late night in Livonia on Sunday
Local time
4:44 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
48m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive offers a mixed character, with 31% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches on M 14, including one continuous segment of 14.4 miles, which provides a taste of faster-paced travel. The route also incorporates West Michigan Avenue and US 23, suggesting a transition between more direct highway driving and potentially more signalized or local road conditions as you approach your destination. Expect the road to evolve from open highway to more developed areas.
31% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.4 mi on M 14.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.9 miles in near US 23.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 39.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 48m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.9 miles (US 23): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 19.5 miles (M 14): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.
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 Benton, MI to Livonia, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 14 East: Plymouth along the way.
M 14 East: Plymouth
19.1 mi in
|
~25m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 39.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (31%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.4 miles on M 14. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 Livonia, MI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.9 miles (US 23): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 19.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 19.5 miles (M 14): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Livonia, MI before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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.
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