This straightforward 79-mile drive from Edgemont Park to Livonia, Michigan, can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 34 minutes. It's a perfect day trip, so you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. With a fuel cost estimated at $12, this route is quite budget-friendly. The journey is primarily highway-focused, making it a convenient option for getting between these two Midwest locations. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, so expect a direct and efficient trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
39.5 miles from Edgemont Park, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 48m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 96
56.1 mi
1h
I 275
6.1 mi
6m
West Saginaw Street
4.2 mi
8m
US 127
4.1 mi
4m
Jeffries Freeway
3.3 mi
3m
Merriman Road
1 mi
1m
I 496
0.9 mi
1m
Dryer Farm Road
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 56.1 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edgemont Park, MI and Livonia, MI.
1
Start on Timber Drive
41 ft·1 sec·Timber Drive
2
Continue on Gould Road
0.1 mi·28 sec·Gould Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto Dryer Farm Road
0.3 mi·55 sec·Dryer Farm Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto I 69 BL; M 43
4.2 mi·8 min·West Saginaw Street
5
Turn right onto North Howard Avenue
279 ft·7 sec·North Howard Avenue
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·26 sec
Toward US 127 South
7
Merge onto US 127
4.1 mi·4 min·US 127
8
Take the exit onto I 496
0.9 mi·1 min·I 496
Exit 73AToward I 96 East: DetroitUse the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto I 96
56 mi·1 hr·I 96
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi·34 sec
Exit 163Toward I 96, I 275, M 5 North: Detroit, ToledoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·29 sec
12
Continue on I 275; I 96
6.1 mi·6 min·I 275; I 96
13
Take the exit
1.3 mi·2 min
Toward I 96 East: DetroitUse the slight left lane.
14
Merge onto I 96
3.3 mi·3 min·Jeffries Freeway
Toward I 96 East: Livonia, Detroit
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Exit 175Toward Merriman RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn straight onto Schoolcraft Road
477 ft·14 sec·Schoolcraft Road
17
Turn right onto Merriman Road
1.0 mi·1 min·Merriman Road
18
Turn right
98 ft·9 sec
19
Turn right
31 ft·2 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the short 1 hour and 34-minute duration for this 79-mile trip, you have great flexibility with your departure time. Consider leaving earlier in the morning to avoid potential rush hour traffic on the interstates. With no designated stops, you can make your own as needed, perhaps for a quick break or to stretch your legs. The estimated fuel cost is around $12, so ensure your tank is adequately filled before you depart to avoid unnecessary stops. A specific tip for this route: keep an eye on traffic reports for I-96, as it's the longest stretch and can experience delays.
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 39.5 miles from Edgemont Park, MI, or about 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.1 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 17 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 39.5 miles or 48m 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 18m
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 Edgemont Park, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Edgemont Park, MI
This is one driving day of about 79 miles and 1h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Edgemont Park, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 96 for about 56.1 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 77.6 — 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|Dryer Farm Road
At end of road, turn left onto Dryer Farm Road
Navigation decision point
7
8.9 mi into trip|~14m in|I 496
Take the exit onto I 496 toward I 96 East: Detroit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 73A
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
8
65.9 mi into trip|~1h 16m in
Take the exit toward I 96, I 275, M 5 North: Detroit, Toledo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 163
Toward I 96, I 275, M 5 North: Detroit, Toledo
6
73 mi into trip|~1h 24m in
Take the exit toward I 96 East: Detroit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
7
77.6 mi into trip|~1h 30m 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
$12.35 one way
$24.70 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$13.56
$27.12
premium
$4.89
$15.20
$30.41
diesel
$5.61
$17.44
$34.88
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 27.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
23.7
0
$8.30
$3.79
Efficient EV
19.8
0
$6.91
$3.16
EV Truck/SUV
31.6
0
$11.06
$5.06
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Edgemont Park, MI
Morning
in Edgemont Park on Sunday
Local time
7:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Livonia, MI
Morning
in Livonia on Sunday
Local time
7:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
21 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 34m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience for 89% of this 79-mile route. The majority of your time will be spent on I-96, I-275, and West Saginaw Street. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 56.1 miles on I-96, indicating a significant period of consistent highway driving. This profile suggests a driving experience that prioritizes speed and directness over varied scenery. The road character remains largely consistent, offering a predictable journey.
89% 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: 56.1 mi on I 96.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and I 275. 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 Dryer Farm Road.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 79 miles you will encounter 15 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 0.1 miles (Dryer Farm Road): Navigation decision point; at 8.9 miles (I 496): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 65.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Edgemont Park, MI and Livonia, MI, road signs point toward M 5 North: Detroit, Toledo and Detroit.
M 5 North: Detroit
65.9 mi in|~1h 16m
Toledo
65.9 mi in|~1h 16m
Detroit
74.3 mi in|~1h 27m|via I 96
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 34m. Total distance: 79 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 56.1 miles on I 96. 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 0.1 miles (Dryer Farm Road): Navigation decision point; at 8.9 miles (I 496): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 65.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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.
