Origin
Livonia, MI
Late night in Livonia on Sunday
Local time
2:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Livonia, MI to Ridgeway, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 6m
Distance
56 mi
90 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 1m
★
6 AM
1h 6m
8 AM
1h 17m
10 AM
1h 10m
12 PM
1h 9m
3 PM
1h 11m
5 PM
1h 16m
8 PM
1h 3m
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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Ridgeway, MI
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Trip Overview
Livonia, MI to Ridgeway, MI is 56 miles and takes about 1 hour 6 minutes via US 23, with a fuel budget near $9 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest region, connecting two points in Michigan. It's a straightforward drive, primarily utilizing major roadways, making it an easy option for a quick travel day. You'll experience a mixed drive profile, so expect some highway time balanced with other road types. This route is a solid choice if you're looking for a short, uncomplicated journey between these two Michigan locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 23 | 25.1 mi | 26m |
| M 14 | 15.1 mi | 16m |
| Tecumseh Road | 5 mi | 7m |
| Jeffries Freeway | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| Monroe Road | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| East Monroe Road | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| East Chicago Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Merriman Road | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 23
— 25.1 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Livonia, MI and Ridgeway, MI.
1
Start on this road
74 ft
·
6 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right
87 ft
·
8 sec
3
Turn right onto Plymouth Road
149 ft
·
10 sec
·
Plymouth Road
4
Turn left onto Merriman Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Merriman Road
Use the left lane.
5
Turn right onto Schoolcraft Road
333 ft
·
12 sec
·
Schoolcraft Road
Use the right lane.
6
Continue on Schoolcraft Road
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Schoolcraft Road
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 96 West
8
Merge onto I 96
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Jeffries Freeway
9
Continue on M 14
15 mi
·
16 min
·
M 14
10
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 8
Toward US 23 South: Toledo
Use the slight left lane.
11
Merge onto US 23
25 mi
·
26 min
·
US 23
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 17
Toward M 50: Dundee, Monroe
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn right onto M 50
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Tecumseh Street
14
Continue on M 50
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Tecumseh Road
15
Continue on M 50
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Monroe Road
16
Continue on M 50
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
East Chicago Boulevard
17
Continue on M 50
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
East Monroe Road
18
Arrive at destination
M 50
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28 miles from Livonia, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 45.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Plymouth Road
Turn right onto Plymouth Road
Navigation decision point
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Merriman Road
Turn left onto Merriman Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
Schoolcraft Road
Turn right onto Schoolcraft Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
20 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward US 23 South: Toledo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 8
Toward US 23 South: Toledo
8
45.8 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward M 50: Dundee, Monroe
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 17
Toward M 50: Dundee, Monroe
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.75 one way
$17.51 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.61 | $19.23 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.78 | $21.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.36 | $24.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.88 | $2.69 |
| Efficient EV | 14 | 0 | $4.90 | $2.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.4 | 0 | $7.84 | $3.58 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Ridgeway, MI
Late night in Ridgeway on Sunday
Local time
2:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°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
20 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
1h 6m 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 offers a mixed drive, with 51% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches on US 23, M 14, and Tecumseh Road, providing a varied driving experience. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 25.1 miles on US 23, offering a period of consistent travel. As you progress, the character of the drive will shift, moving from more open highway sections to potentially more local road conditions as you approach your destination. This blend means you won't be stuck in a single driving environment for the entire trip.
51% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 25.1 mi on US 23.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Plymouth Road.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 56 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start (Plymouth Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Merriman Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (Schoolcraft Road): 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.
Between Livonia, MI and Ridgeway, MI, road signs point toward M 50: Dundee and Monroe.
M 50: Dundee
45.8 mi in
|
~51m
Monroe
45.8 mi in
|
~51m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 6m. Total distance: 56 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 6m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (51%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 25.1 miles on US 23. 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 Ridgeway, 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: near the start (Plymouth Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Merriman Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (Schoolcraft Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Ridgeway, 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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