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Trip from Girard, MI to Livonia, MI

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h

Distance

98.6 mi

159 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min
4 AM
1h 52m ★
6 AM
2h 0m
8 AM
2h 18m
10 AM
2h 6m
12 PM
2h 5m
3 PM
2h 7m
5 PM
2h 17m
8 PM
1h 55m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Girard, MI, MI

Girard, MI

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city in Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Livonia, MI

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Trip Overview

Girard, MI to Livonia, MI is 98.6 miles and takes about 2 hours via I 94, M 14, and M-60, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day trip entirely within the Midwest region of Michigan. You'll primarily be on well-traveled highways, making it a convenient option for a quick journey. Expect a mixed drive with opportunities to stretch your legs if needed, though the relatively short distance means stops aren't strictly necessary. It's a practical route for getting from point A to point B without much fuss.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

49.3 miles from Girard, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 5m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 94 34.8 mi 37m
M 14 22.2 mi 23m
M-60 10.8 mi 13m
Spring Arbor Road 9.9 mi 13m
Marshall Road 4.3 mi 7m
I 96 3.8 mi 4m
Homer-Concord Road 3 mi 4m
Homer Road 2.2 mi 2m
Longest stretch: I 94 — 34.8 mi, about 37m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Girard, MI and Livonia, MI.

1

Start on East Girard Road

107 ft · 8 sec · East Girard Road
2

Turn left onto Marshall Road

4.3 mi · 7 min · Marshall Road
3

Continue on South Main Street

0.3 mi · 33 sec · South Main Street
4

Turn right onto East Jackson Drive

1.9 mi · 3 min · East Jackson Drive
5

Merge onto M 60

8.0 mi · 9 min · M-60
6

Continue on M 60

1.0 mi · 1 min · West Leigh Street
7

Continue on M 60; M 99

1.5 mi · 2 min · Homer-Concord Road
8

Turn slight right onto M 60; M 99

1.7 mi · 2 min · L Drive South
9

Merge onto M 60

1.5 mi · 2 min · Homer-Concord Road
10

Continue on M 60

2.2 mi · 2 min · Homer Road
11

Continue on M 60

6.3 mi · 8 min · Spring Arbor Road
12

Continue on M 60

0.9 mi · 1 min · West Main Street
13

Continue on M 60

3.6 mi · 5 min · Spring Arbor Road
14

Turn straight onto M 60

2.9 mi · 3 min · M-60
15

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 57 sec
Toward I 94 East: Detroit
16

Merge onto I 94

35 mi · 37 min · I 94
17

Keep slight left at fork onto M 14

4.7 mi · 5 min · M 14
Exit 171 Toward M 14: Plymouth
18

Keep right at fork onto M 14

2.4 mi · 2 min · M 14
Toward M 14 East, US 23 South: Plymouth
19

Keep slight left at fork onto M 14

15 mi · 16 min · M 14
Exit 42 Toward M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20

Continue on I 96

3.8 mi · 4 min · I 96
21

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec
Exit 175 Toward Merriman Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22

Turn straight onto Schoolcraft Road

477 ft · 14 sec · Schoolcraft Road
23

Turn right onto Merriman Road

1.0 mi · 1 min · Merriman Road
24

Turn right

98 ft · 9 sec
25

Turn right

31 ft · 2 sec
26

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Given the short 2-hour duration, you have a lot of flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning or afternoon will easily allow you to complete the 98.6-mile trip before dark. With a fuel cost estimated at $15, you should have no concerns about needing to refuel along the way, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. Pay attention to the transitions between I 94, M 14, and M-60, as these are the points where your driving experience will change the most. Since it's a single-day drive, consider leaving a bit later in the day to avoid peak traffic if that's a concern in your departure or arrival areas.

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 49.3 miles from Girard, MI, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.8 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 22 miles or 31m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 49.3 miles or 1h 5m 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 39m

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 Girard, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Girard, MI

This is one driving day of about 98.6 miles and 2h.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Girard, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 34.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Michigan Center, MI, MI

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Michigan Center, MI

49 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

Albion, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Michigan Center, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 49.3 miles from Girard, 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.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · final third

Dozer Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third · 34min to go 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+17349295217

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BIGGBY COFFEE

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Jackson, Michigan

1.5 mi

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Jackson, Michigan

2 mi

Best coffee break · home stretch

Haraz Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Livonia, Michigan

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 0min to go 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+17342366069

Visit website

Meridian Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Plymouth, Michigan

0.9 mi

ALWADI COFFEE

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Plymouth, Michigan

0.8 mi

Dozer Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+17349295217

Visit website

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately

Jackson, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+15178885135

Visit website

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10

Jackson, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+15177952812

Visit website

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Early stretch 2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Jackson, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+15179900800

Visit website

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 3 mi from route ~8 min detour Moderately

Jackson, Michigan

Hours: 5 am–7 pm

+15177809558

Visit website

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10

Jackson, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+15173154061

Visit website

Zou Zou's

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

Final third 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Chelsea, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+17344334226

Visit website

Dunkin'

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10

Chelsea, Michigan

Hours: 4:30 am–7 pm

+17345622004

Visit website

Haraz Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Livonia, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+17342366069

Visit website

Meridian Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Plymouth, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+17342598580

ALWADI COFFEE

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Plymouth, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+17344046349

Visit website

Plymouth Coffee Bean

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

Home stretch 1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Plymouth, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+17344540178

Visit website

Vito's Espresso

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

Early stretch 1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20

Spring Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

+15177951694

Visit website

Rawaq Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour Inexpensiv

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+17344368412

Visit website

Healthies Strong

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

First break 1 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Homer, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

Starbucks Coffee Company

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Jackson, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+15177878722

Visit website

Grass Lake Rest Area

0.1 mi from route

Pilot Travel Center

0.2 mi from route

TA

0.2 mi from route

Chelsea Rest Area

0.2 mi from route

Pilot Travel Center

0.2 mi from route

Sandstone Rest Area 819

0.8 mi from route

TA

0.9 mi from route

Service Plaza

2 mi from route

Leslie Science & Nature Center

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+17349971553

Visit website

Maybury State Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

Home stretch 4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour

Northville, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+12483498390

Visit website

Maybury Farm

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

Home stretch 4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour

Northville, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–2 pm

+12483740200

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 36 and 97.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
36 mi into trip | ~51m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 94 East: Detroit

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 94 East: Detroit
6
71.2 mi into trip | ~1h 29m 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
75.9 mi into trip | ~1h 34m 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
78.3 mi into trip | ~1h 36m 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
97.2 mi into trip | ~1h 57m 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

$15.41 one way

$30.83 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 35 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $16.93 $33.85
premium $4.89 $18.97 $37.95
diesel $5.61 $21.77 $43.54

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$15

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$40–$65

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 34.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 29.6 0 $10.35 $4.73
Efficient EV 24.7 0 $8.63 $3.94
EV Truck/SUV 39.4 0 $13.80 $6.31

Gas CO2

34 kg

EV CO2

12 kg (65% 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 20, 2026

Origin

Girard, MI

Afternoon in Girard on Tuesday

Local time

12:42 PM

EDT

Current temp

46°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Livonia, MI

Afternoon in Livonia on Tuesday

Local time

12:42 PM

EDT

Current temp

47°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

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

2h 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 experience, with 39% of it being on highways. You'll encounter stretches on I 94, M 14, and M-60, providing a blend of faster travel and more local road conditions. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 34.8 miles on I 94, offering a period of consistent cruising. As you progress, the road character will shift between interstate speeds and potentially slightly slower sections as you transition between highways. This variety means you won't be stuck in one type of driving for the entire 2-hour duration.

39% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 34.8 mi on I 94.

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 36 miles in.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 98.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 36 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 71.2 miles (M 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 75.9 miles (M 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Girard, MI and Livonia, MI, road signs point toward M 14: Plymouth, M 14 East and M 14 East: Plymouth.

M 14: Plymouth

71.2 mi in | ~1h 29m | via M 14

M 14 East

75.9 mi in | ~1h 34m | via M 14

M 14 East: Plymouth

78.3 mi in | ~1h 36m | via M 14

About the Cities

Arriving in Livonia, MI

Full guide →

Livonia is a city in Wayne County in the state of Michigan.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h. Total distance: 98.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (39%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 34.8 miles on I 94. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — we found about 8 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.

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.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. There are 8 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

The main spots that need attention: at 36 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 71.2 miles (M 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 75.9 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.

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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