Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
23m
Distance
15.3 mi
25 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Livonia, MI
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Denton, MI
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If you are planning a quick excursion within Michigan, the 15.3-mile trip from Livonia to Denton is an efficient option. Expect to spend about 23 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate using a combination of I-275, Michigan Avenue, and Plymouth Road. With a fuel cost estimated at just $2, it is an incredibly budget-friendly commute or short-distance journey. The route stays entirely within the Midwest, offering a straightforward path between these two locations. Whether you are running errands or visiting friends, this drive provides a practical and reliable way to connect across the region.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 275 | 5.2 mi | 5m |
| Michigan Avenue | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| Plymouth Road | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| Ann Arbor Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Denton Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Livonia, MI and Denton, MI.
Start on this road
Turn right
Turn left onto Plymouth Road
Keep slight left at fork onto Ann Arbor Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 275
Take the exit
Turn right onto US 12
Take the exit
Merge onto US 12
Turn right onto Denton Road
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 4.5 and 15.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the ramp toward I 275 South: Toledo
Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto I 275
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward US 12: Wayne, Ypsilanti
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto US 12 / Michigan Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto Denton Road
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$2.39 one way
$4.78 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $2.63 | $5.25 |
| premium | $4.89 | $2.94 | $5.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.38 | $6.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.61 | $0.73 |
| Efficient EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.34 | $0.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.14 | $0.98 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Livonia on Sunday
Local time
12:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Late night in Denton on Sunday
Local time
12:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition between local roads and a brief highway stint. About 34% of your journey takes place on the highway, ensuring you keep moving efficiently for a portion of the trip. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on I-275, spanning 5.2 miles, which serves as the primary fast-paced segment. Once you exit the interstate, you will navigate the more localized environment of Michigan Avenue and Plymouth Road. This blend of infrastructure gives the drive a varied feel, moving from the steady flow of the highway into the more common pace of surface streets.
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 4.5 miles in.
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 15.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 23m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 4.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.8 miles (I 275): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Livonia, MI to Denton, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Ypsilanti along the way.
Ypsilanti
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 23m. Total distance: 15.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (34%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
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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