If you are planning a trip from Bunker Hill to Livonia, you are looking at a straightforward 63.3-mile journey across Michigan. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 31 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal one-day excursion that does not require an overnight stay. You will navigate a mix of rural roads and highways, including M 14, I 94, and Stockbridge Chelsea Road. With fuel costs estimated at around $10, it is a budget-friendly commute or weekend trip within the Midwest. Since the entire route takes place within Michigan, you will experience a consistent regional feel as you transition from the smaller community of Bunker Hill toward the more suburban landscape of Livonia.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
31.6 miles from Bunker Hill, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 55m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
M 14
22.2 mi
23m
I 94
8.5 mi
9m
Stockbridge Chelsea Road
8 mi
11m
Catholic Church Road
5.8 mi
13m
I 96
3.8 mi
4m
East Old US Highway 12
2.6 mi
4m
Territorial Road
2.3 mi
3m
Dexter Trail
2 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
M 14
— 22.2 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bunker Hill, MI and Livonia, MI.
1
Start on Decamp Road
132 ft·11 sec·Decamp Road
2
Turn left onto Williamston Road
1.0 mi·2 min·Williamston Road
3
Turn right onto Catholic Church Road
5.8 mi·13 min·Catholic Church Road
4
Turn right onto Dexter Trail
2.0 mi·4 min·Dexter Trail
5
Turn right onto M 52
1.0 mi·1 min·Stockbridge Road
6
Continue on M 52
0.5 mi·1 min·West Main Street
7
Turn right onto M 52; M 106
0.8 mi·1 min·South Clinton Street
8
Turn left onto M 52
0.3 mi·26 sec·Green Road
9
Continue on M 52
1.0 mi·1 min·Hinkley Road
10
Continue on M 52
0.2 mi·18 sec·Grosshans Road
11
Continue on M 52
2.3 mi·3 min·Territorial Road
12
Continue on M 52
7.5 mi·10 min·Stockbridge Chelsea Road
13
Enter roundabout onto M 52
84 ft·4 sec·Stockbridge Chelsea Road
14
Continue on M 52
0.5 mi·42 sec·Stockbridge Chelsea Road
15
Continue on M 52
1.7 mi·4 min·North Main Street
16
Turn left onto East Old US Highway 12
2.6 mi·4 min·East Old US Highway 12
Use the left lane.
17
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·16 sec
Toward I 94 East: Ann Arbor
18
Merge onto I 94
8.5 mi·9 min·I 94
19
Keep slight left at fork onto M 14
4.7 mi·5 min·M 14
Exit 171Toward M 14: Plymouth
20
Keep right at fork onto M 14
2.4 mi·2 min·M 14
Toward M 14 East, US 23 South: Plymouth
21
Keep slight left at fork onto M 14
15 mi·16 min·M 14
Exit 42Toward M 14 East: Plymouth, LivoniaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Continue on I 96
3.8 mi·4 min·I 96
23
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Exit 175Toward Merriman RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Turn straight onto Schoolcraft Road
477 ft·14 sec·Schoolcraft Road
25
Turn right onto Merriman Road
1.0 mi·1 min·Merriman Road
26
Turn right
98 ft·9 sec
27
Turn right
31 ft·2 sec
28
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours on the highway portions is always a smart move. Because the trip is only 63.3 miles, you can easily complete it without needing formal rest stops, allowing you to reach Livonia in one efficient push. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before you leave Bunker Hill to ensure you don't need to hunt for a station during your transit. A helpful tip for this specific route is to stay alert when transitioning from the turn-heavy local segments onto the faster M 14, as the change in speed requires a quick adjustment in your driving focus. Take advantage of the minimal stops to enjoy a smooth, direct arrival at your destination.
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 31.6 miles from Bunker Hill, MI, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.2 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 14 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.6 miles or 55m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Livonia, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bunker Hill, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bunker Hill, MI
This is one driving day of about 63.3 miles and 1h 31m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Bunker Hill, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on M 14 for about 22.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
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 24.6 and 61.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
24.6 mi into trip|~46m in|East Old US Highway 12
Turn left onto East Old US Highway 12
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
35.9 mi into trip|~1h in|M 14
Keep slight left at fork onto M 14 toward M 14: Plymouth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 171
Toward M 14: Plymouth
6
40.6 mi into trip|~1h 5m in|M 14
Keep right at fork onto M 14 toward M 14 East, US 23 South: Plymouth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward M 14 East, US 23 South: Plymouth
9
43 mi into trip|~1h 7m in|M 14
Keep slight left at fork onto M 14 toward M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 42
Toward M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia
7
61.9 mi into trip|~1h 28m 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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.90 one way
$19.79 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg22 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$10.87
$21.73
premium
$4.89
$12.18
$24.36
diesel
$5.61
$13.98
$27.95
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
19
0
$6.65
$3.04
Efficient EV
15.8
0
$5.54
$2.53
EV Truck/SUV
25.3
0
$8.86
$4.05
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Bunker Hill, MI
Morning
in Bunker Hill on Sunday
Local time
11:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Livonia, MI
Morning
in Livonia on Sunday
Local time
11:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
65°F
Chelsea, MI
32 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 31m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip is best described as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straight-shot interstate sprint. Only about 24% of your journey will be spent on major highways, so prepare for more frequent adjustments on local roads compared to a typical freeway commute. You will encounter your longest stretch of uninterrupted driving while navigating 22.2 miles on M 14. Because the route relies heavily on regional connectors like Stockbridge Chelsea Road, you can expect a more tactile, hands-on driving experience. Shifting between these lower-speed local lanes and the higher-speed sections of I 94 creates a dynamic rhythm that keeps you engaged throughout the 1.5-hour duration.
Only 24% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.2 mi on M 14.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 24.6 miles in near East Old US Highway 12.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 63.3 miles you will encounter 17 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 24.6 miles (East Old US Highway 12): Lane positioning matters here; at 35.9 miles (M 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 40.6 miles (M 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
951 ft638 ft
Total Climb
29 ft
Total Descent
335 ft
Highest Point
951 ft
~9 mi in
Elevation Range
313 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bunker Hill, MI and Livonia, MI, road signs point toward M 14: Plymouth, M 14 East and M 14 East: Plymouth.
M 14: Plymouth
35.9 mi in|~1h|via M 14
M 14 East
40.6 mi in|~1h 5m|via M 14
M 14 East: Plymouth
43 mi in|~1h 7m|via M 14
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 31m. Total distance: 63.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22.2 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 24.6 miles (East Old US Highway 12): Lane positioning matters here; at 35.9 miles (M 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 40.6 miles (M 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Livonia, MI before heading back.
