Trip from Livonia, MI to Troy, MI

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 23m

Distance

210.3 mi

338 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$33

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 10m ★

6 AM

4h 23m

8 AM

4h 50m

10 AM

4h 32m

12 PM

4h 30m

3 PM

4h 34m

5 PM

4h 48m

8 PM

4h 15m

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

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city in Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Livonia, MI

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Troy, MI

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Trip Overview

This 210.3-mile journey from Livonia, MI to Troy, MI, is a manageable 4-hour and 23-minute drive that's perfect for a single-day trip. You'll primarily be on I-96 and the Disabled American Veterans Memorial Highway, with a portion on M-37, making for a mixed driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $33, this route is budget-friendly for a day excursion. Since both locations are within the Midwest region of Michigan, you won't be crossing state lines, keeping things straightforward. Plan for one stop along the way to break up the drive, especially considering the longest stretch is 115.1 miles.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

105.1 miles from Livonia, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 55m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 96	115.1 mi	2h 3m
Disabled American Veterans Memorial Highway	25.6 mi	27m
M-37	12.8 mi	17m
North Stone Road	7.7 mi	10m
North Comstock Avenue	7.1 mi	17m
Warner Avenue	5.9 mi	8m
Alpine Avenue Northwest	5.1 mi	7m
Bailey Road	4.9 mi	6m

Longest stretch: I 96 — 115.1 mi, about 2h 3m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on this road

74 ft · 6 sec · this road

Turn right

87 ft · 8 sec

Turn right onto Plymouth Road

149 ft · 10 sec · Plymouth Road

Turn left onto Merriman Road

1.0 mi · 1 min · Merriman Road

Use the left lane.

Turn right onto Schoolcraft Road

333 ft · 12 sec · Schoolcraft Road

Use the right lane.

Continue on Schoolcraft Road

0.2 mi · 36 sec · Schoolcraft Road

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 45 sec

Toward I 96 West

Merge onto I 96

3.3 mi · 3 min · Jeffries Freeway

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 1 min

Toward I 96 West, I 275 North: Flint, Lansing Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 275; I 96

26 mi · 27 min · Disabled American Veterans Memorial Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 96

55 mi · 58 min · I 96

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 96

54 mi · 57 min · I 96

Toward I 96 West: Grand Rapids Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 96; M 37

6.6 mi · 7 min · I 96; M 37

Toward I 96 West, M 37 North: Muskegon Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit onto M 37

0.4 mi · 51 sec · M 37

Exit 30B Toward M 37 North: Newaygo Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto M 37

5.1 mi · 7 min · Alpine Avenue Northwest

Turn straight onto M 37

13 mi · 17 min · M-37

Use the left / straight lanes.

Enter roundabout onto M 37

12 ft · 0 sec · Newaygo Road

Continue on M 37

3.2 mi · 4 min · Newaygo Road

Turn left onto Bailey Road

4.9 mi · 6 min · Bailey Road

Turn right onto B-35

0.9 mi · 1 min · Squires Road

Continue on B-35

2.0 mi · 2 min · Alger Avenue

Turn left onto B-35

0.5 mi · 37 sec · West 128th Street

Turn straight onto B-35

1.2 mi · 1 min · Luce Avenue

Continue on B-35

0.9 mi · 1 min · West 118th Street

Turn straight onto B-35

5.9 mi · 8 min · Warner Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto M 82

2.3 mi · 3 min · South Warner Avenue

Continue on M 82

0.6 mi · 1 min · South Stewart Avenue

Turn left onto M 82

1.0 mi · 2 min · East Main Street

Turn right onto North Stone Road

7.7 mi · 10 min · North Stone Road

Continue on Jefferson Street

1.0 mi · 1 min · Jefferson Street

Turn right onto North Green Avenue

2.2 mi · 3 min · North Green Avenue

Turn left onto 4 Mile Road

1.0 mi · 2 min · 4 Mile Road

Turn right onto North Comstock Avenue

7.1 mi · 17 min · North Comstock Avenue

Turn left onto West 11 Mile Road

0.9 mi · 2 min · West 11 Mile Road

Continue on North Dickinson Avenue

2.1 mi · 5 min · North Dickinson Avenue

Arrive at destination

North Dickinson Avenue

Trip Plan

For this 4-hour and 23-minute drive, starting your trip in the morning will give you ample daylight and allow for a relaxed pace. With only one recommended stop, consider making it around the halfway point to stretch your legs and refuel if necessary. Keep an eye out for the transition onto M-37, as this might signal a change in road conditions and speed limits. The estimated fuel cost of $33 is quite reasonable, so ensure your tank is full before you depart Livonia to maximize your time on the road and minimize unnecessary stops.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 105.1 miles from Livonia, MI, or about 1h 55m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 115.1 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 46 miles or 52m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 105.1 miles or 1h 55m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 16m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Troy, MI than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Livonia, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.

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

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 210.3 miles and 4h 23m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 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 96 for about 115.1 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in and county seat of Ionia County, Michigan, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ionia, MI

105 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

Clyde, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ionia, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 105.1 miles from Livonia, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 96 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 115.1 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Coffee Stop

Haraz Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Livonia, Michigan

Near the start, right off the route

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

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+17342366069

Visit website

517 Coffee Company

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Lansing, Michigan

0.6 mi

Brighton Coffee House and Theater

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Brighton, Michigan

1 mi

Anastasia and Katie's Coffee Shop & Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10

Livonia, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+12489578019

Visit website

That Early Bird

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 135.2

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+16162588350

Visit website

Haraz Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

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

Livonia, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+17342366069

Visit website

517 Coffee Company

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 75.1

Lansing, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+15175745573

Visit website

Brighton Coffee House and Theater

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 30

Brighton, Michigan

Hours: 6:30 am–6:30 pm

Visit website

Coffee Beanery Brighton

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour Inexpensiv mile 30

Brighton, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+18102272233

Visit website

Joe's Coffee & Tea Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 15

Novi, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12485333355

Visit website

Schuil Coffee Company

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 135.2

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+16169566815

Visit website

Baker's Beanery

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 135.2

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+16169573110

Visit website

BakeCurry Café

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 15

Novi, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+12484828747

Grand Rapids Escape Room

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 135.2

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Hours: 4–8 pm

+16164019441

Visit website

Camelot Park

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 135.2

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Hours: 6:30 am–9 pm

+16164563232

Visit website

Fitzgerald Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 90.1

Grand Ledge, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+15176277351

Visit website

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 135.2

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+16169571580

Visit website

Maybury State Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 15

Northville, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+12483498390

Visit website

Harris Nature Center

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 60.1

Okemos, Michigan

Hours: 9 am–3 pm

+15173493866

Visit website

Maybury Farm

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 15

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 26

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 146.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Merriman Road

Turn left onto Merriman Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

4.9 mi into trip | ~7m in

Take the exit toward I 96 West, I 275 North: Flint, Lansing

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 96 West, I 275 North: Flint, Lansing

86.2 mi into trip | ~1h 35m in | I 96

Keep slight left at fork onto I 96 toward I 96 West: Grand Rapids

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 96 West: Grand Rapids

139.9 mi into trip | ~2h 33m in | I 96; M 37

Keep slight right at fork onto I 96; M 37 toward I 96 West, M 37 North: Muskegon

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 96 West, M 37 North: Muskegon

146.5 mi into trip | ~2h 40m in | M 37

Take the exit onto M 37 toward M 37 North: Newaygo

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 30B Toward M 37 North: Newaygo

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$32.88 one way

$65.76 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 74 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$36.10	$72.20
premium	$4.89	$40.47	$80.94
diesel	$5.61	$46.43	$92.86

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$33

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$58–$83

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 73.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	63.1	0	$22.08	$10.09
Efficient EV	52.6	0	$18.40	$8.41
EV Truck/SUV	84.1	1	$29.44	$13.46

Gas CO2

74 kg

EV CO2

25 kg (66% 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 17, 2026

Origin

Livonia, MI

Night in Livonia on Saturday

Local time

10:48 PM

EDT

Current temp

46°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Troy, MI

Night in Troy on Saturday

Local time

10:48 PM

EDT

Current temp

74°F

Partly Sunny

SSE 7 to 14 mph 0% chance 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

28 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

4h 23m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a drive that's a good mix of highway and other road types, with 56% of the journey on highways. The route features a significant uninterrupted stretch of 115.1 miles on I-96, offering a chance to maintain a consistent speed. As you progress, the road character will shift, moving from the broader interstate to other main arteries like the Disabled American Veterans Memorial Highway and M-37. This transition means you'll experience varied driving conditions, from faster-paced highway segments to potentially more varied traffic patterns as you approach your destination.

56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.

36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 115.1 mi on I 96.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

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 0.1 miles in near Merriman Road.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 26 significant decision points across 210.3 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 0.1 miles (Merriman Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 86.2 miles (I 96): 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.

Between Livonia, MI and Troy, MI, road signs point toward M 37 North: Muskegon and M 37 North: Newaygo.

M 37 North: Muskegon

139.9 mi in | ~2h 33m | via I 96; M 37

M 37 North: Newaygo

146.5 mi in | ~2h 40m | via M 37

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 23m. Total distance: 210.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 115.1 miles on I 96. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 Troy, 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.

Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Troy, MI, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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Trip from Livonia, MI to Troy, MI

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Haraz Coffee House

Anastasia and Katie's Coffee Shop & Cafe

That Early Bird

Haraz Coffee House

517 Coffee Company

Brighton Coffee House and Theater

Coffee Beanery Brighton

Joe's Coffee & Tea Cafe

Schuil Coffee Company

Baker's Beanery

BakeCurry Café

Grand Rapids Escape Room

Camelot Park

Fitzgerald Park

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

Maybury State Park

Harris Nature Center

Maybury Farm

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Livonia, MI

Troy, MI

Same local time

28 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 23m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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