This 122.9-mile drive from Livonia to Stony Point, Michigan, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes to complete. With a fuel cost estimated at $19, it's an economical journey through the Midwest. The route primarily utilizes major highways, offering a straightforward path. You'll find this drive to be a mixed experience, not overly long, making it ideal for a single day of travel without the need for an overnight stop. It's a practical choice for a quick transit within the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
61.4 miles from Livonia, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 8m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 94
66.7 mi
1h 11m
M 14
22.8 mi
24m
West Michigan Avenue
6.1 mi
9m
East Michigan Avenue
4.8 mi
5m
M 89
4.3 mi
4m
Kellogg School Road
3.8 mi
5m
Jeffries Freeway
3.3 mi
3m
North 40th Street
3.3 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 66.7 mi, about 1h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Livonia, MI and Stony Point, 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
17 mi·18 min·M 14
10
Keep slight left at fork onto M 14
5.4 mi·5 min·M 14
Exit 45Toward M 14: Ann ArborUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 94
67 mi·1 hr 11 min·I 94
Toward I 94 West: Chicago
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward M 311, M 96, I 94 BL: Battle Creek
13
Continue on Wheatfield Parkway
0.3 mi·31 sec·Wheatfield Parkway
14
Turn right onto I 94 BL; M 96
2.7 mi·3 min·East Michigan Avenue
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 94 BL
2.1 mi·2 min·East Michigan Avenue
16
Turn left onto I 94 BL
352 ft·6 sec·Hamblin Street
17
Continue on East Hamblin Avenue
0.8 mi·1 min·East Hamblin Avenue
18
Turn right onto M 89
0.2 mi·17 sec·South Washington Avenue
19
Turn left onto M 89
6.1 mi·9 min·West Michigan Avenue
20
Turn slight right onto M 89
0.2 mi·16 sec·M-89
21
Continue on M 89
4.3 mi·4 min·M 89
22
Turn right onto North 40th Street
3.3 mi·7 min·North 40th Street
23
Continue on East Baseline Road
397 ft·10 sec·East Baseline Road
24
Continue on Kellogg School Road
3.8 mi·5 min·Kellogg School Road
25
Continue on Osborne Road
0.4 mi·51 sec·Osborne Road
26
Continue on South Floria Road
1.7 mi·4 min·South Floria Road
27
Turn straight onto M 43
417 ft·7 sec·South M-43 Highway
28
Continue on M 43
0.8 mi·1 min·South Grove Street
29
Turn left onto Delton Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Delton Road
30
Turn left onto Stoney Point Drive
0.6 mi·2 min·Stoney Point Drive
31
Arrive at destination
Stoney Point Drive
Trip Plan
For this 2.5-hour trip, departing earlier in the day can help you avoid potential traffic on I-94, especially as you approach your destination. With only one suggested stop, you have plenty of flexibility to take breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge; the estimated $19 cost suggests it's a relatively inexpensive fill-up. Given the manageable distance, you can easily complete this drive in one go, but if you prefer a more relaxed pace, stopping for a short period along West Michigan Avenue would be a good option.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 61.4 miles from Livonia, MI, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66.7 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 27 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.4 miles or 1h 8m 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stony Point, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Livonia, 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 Livonia, MI
This is one driving day of about 122.9 miles and 2h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 miles from Livonia, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 66.7 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 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 22.4 — 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.
5
1.1 mi into trip|~2m in|Schoolcraft Road
Continue onto Schoolcraft Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
22.4 mi into trip|~26m in|M 14
Keep slight left at fork onto M 14 toward M 14: Ann Arbor
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 45
Toward M 14: Ann Arbor
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.21 one way
$38.43 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg43 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$21.10
$42.19
premium
$4.89
$23.65
$47.30
diesel
$5.61
$27.13
$54.27
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
36.9
0
$12.90
$5.90
Efficient EV
30.7
0
$10.75
$4.92
EV Truck/SUV
49.2
0
$17.21
$7.87
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% 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 16, 2026
Origin
Livonia, MI
Late night
in Livonia on Tuesday
Local time
5:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
WSW 10 to 14 mph84% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Stony Point, MI
Late night
in Stony Point on Tuesday
Local time
5:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Jackson, MI
61 mi in
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
11 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
2h 30m on the road
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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
The personality of this drive is largely defined by its 57% highway share, meaning you'll spend a significant portion of your time on faster-paced roads like I-94 and M-14. Expect a mixed drive that transitions between these main arteries and local roads like West Michigan Avenue. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a considerable 66.7 miles on I-94, so settle in for that segment. As you progress, the character shifts from interstate cruising to more local road navigation, offering a varied driving experience.
57% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 66.7 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 early in the drive near Plymouth Road.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 122.9 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: 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.
Between Livonia, MI and Stony Point, MI, road signs point toward M 14: Ann Arbor, M 311 and M 96.
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 30m. Total distance: 122.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (57%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 66.7 miles on I 94. 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 Stony Point, 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. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
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 Stony Point, MI before heading back.
