Origin
Fraser, MI
Late night in Fraser on Sunday
Local time
3:28 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fraser, 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
45m
Distance
32 mi
52 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
★
6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 52m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fraser, MI
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Livonia, MI
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Trip Overview
Fraser, MI to Livonia, MI is 32 miles and takes about 45m via Walter P Reuther Freeway, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive connecting two points within Michigan's Midwest region. The route is primarily highway-focused, making it a quick and efficient trip for those needing to get from one area to the other. Given its short distance and minimal fuel cost, it's an easy addition to a longer journey or a simple day trip. You can expect a practical commute rather than a scenic adventure.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Walter P Reuther Freeway | 11.4 mi | 12m |
| Jeffries Freeway (Local) | 6.5 mi | 7m |
| Southfield Freeway | 5.5 mi | 7m |
| Groesbeck Highway | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| Merriman Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| West 10 Mile Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Southfield Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Utica Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Walter P Reuther Freeway
— 11.4 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fraser, MI and Livonia, MI.
1
Start on this road
50 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left
99 ft
·
12 sec
3
Turn left onto Garfield Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Garfield Road
4
At end of road, turn left onto Utica Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Utica Road
5
Turn right onto M 97
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Groesbeck Highway
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Turn right onto East 11 Mile Road
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
East 11 Mile Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 696 West
8
Merge onto I 696
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Walter P Reuther Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 13
Toward Greenfield Road
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn left onto Greenfield Road
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Greenfield Road
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
11
Turn right onto West 10 Mile Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West 10 Mile Road
12
Turn left onto Southfield Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Southfield Road
13
Continue on Southfield Freeway
5.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Southfield Freeway
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 11A
Toward I 96: Downtown Detroit, Lansing
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 96 West: Lansing
Use the slight right lane.
16
Merge onto I 96
6.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Jeffries Freeway (Local)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 175
Toward Merriman Road
Use the slight right lane.
18
Turn straight onto Schoolcraft Road
502 ft
·
18 sec
·
Schoolcraft Road
19
Turn left onto Merriman Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Merriman Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
20
Turn right
98 ft
·
9 sec
21
Turn right
31 ft
·
2 sec
22
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16 miles from Fraser, 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 185 decision points cluster between mile 15.7 and 31 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
15.7 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward Greenfield Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 13
Toward Greenfield Road
8
23.5 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit toward I 96: Downtown Detroit, Lansing
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 11A
Toward I 96: Downtown Detroit, Lansing
8
23.8 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 96 West: Lansing
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 96 West: Lansing
7
30.6 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward Merriman Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 175
Toward Merriman Road
6
31 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
Merriman Road
Turn left onto Merriman Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.00 one way
$10.01 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.49 | $10.99 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.16 | $12.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.07 | $14.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.36 | $1.54 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.80 | $1.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.48 | $2.05 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 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
3:28 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
1 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
45m 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 route is largely highway-focused, with 73% of the drive utilizing major freeways. You'll spend a good portion of your 45 minutes on the Walter P Reuther Freeway, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch at 11.4 miles. The drive involves navigating the Walter P Reuther Freeway and then transitions to the Jeffries Freeway (Local) and Southfield Freeway. While predominantly freeway, the inclusion of local freeway segments means you might encounter slightly more varied traffic conditions compared to a pure interstate experience.
73% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.4 mi on Walter P Reuther Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Walter P Reuther Freeway and Jeffries Freeway (Local). This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 15.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 18 decision points packed into just 32 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 45m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 15.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Fraser, MI to Livonia, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Lansing along the way.
Lansing
23.5 mi in
|
~33m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 45m. Total distance: 32 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.4 miles on Walter P Reuther Freeway. 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 15.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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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