Origin
New Baltimore, MI
Late night in New Baltimore on Tuesday
Local time
4:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Baltimore, MI to Livonia, MI
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 3m
Distance
50.3 mi
81 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 58m
★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 14m
10 AM
1h 7m
12 PM
1h 6m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 13m
8 PM
1h 0m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Baltimore, MI
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Livonia, MI
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Trip Overview
This 50.3-mile drive from New Baltimore to Livonia is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 3 minutes. You'll spend about 87% of your time on highways, primarily utilizing the Edsel Ford Freeway, Ford Freeway, and the Jeffries Freeway (Express). With an estimated fuel cost of $8, this route offers a straightforward journey through Michigan's Midwest region. Given its relatively short distance and highway focus, it's a practical option for a quick commute or an accessible excursion without needing an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Edsel Ford Freeway | 17.6 mi | 22m |
| Ford Freeway | 12.4 mi | 13m |
| Jeffries Freeway (Express) | 10.4 mi | 11m |
| 23 Mile Road | 3.9 mi | 6m |
| Jeffries Freeway | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| Merriman Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Green Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Schoolcraft Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Edsel Ford Freeway
— 17.6 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Baltimore, MI and Livonia, MI.
1
Start on M 29
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Green Street
2
Continue on M 29
3.9 mi
·
6 min
·
23 Mile Road
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
Toward I 94 West: Detroit
4
Merge onto I 94
12 mi
·
13 min
·
Ford Freeway
5
Continue on I 94
18 mi
·
22 min
·
Edsel Ford Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 213B
Toward I 96: Canada, Lansing
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 96 West: Lansing
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
8
Merge onto I 96
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Jeffries Freeway
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
10 mi
·
11 min
·
Jeffries Freeway (Express)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 175
Toward Merriman Road
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn straight onto Schoolcraft Road
502 ft
·
18 sec
·
Schoolcraft Road
12
Turn left onto Merriman Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Merriman Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Turn right
98 ft
·
9 sec
14
Turn right
31 ft
·
2 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.2 miles from New Baltimore, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 34.7 and 49.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
34.7 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Take the exit toward I 96: Canada, 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.
Exit 213B
Toward I 96: Canada, Lansing
7
34.8 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 96 West: Lansing
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 96 West: Lansing
6
38.5 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Express)
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Express)
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
48.9 mi into trip
|
~1h in
Take the exit toward Merriman Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 175
Toward Merriman Road
6
49.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 1m in
|
Merriman Road
Turn left onto Merriman Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.86 one way
$15.73 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $8.63 | $17.27 |
| premium | $4.89 | $9.68 | $19.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.11 | $22.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.1 | 0 | $5.28 | $2.41 |
| Efficient EV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.40 | $2.01 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.1 | 0 | $7.04 | $3.22 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Destination
Livonia, MI
Late night in Livonia on Tuesday
Local time
4:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°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
15 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
1h 3m 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?
Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this 50.3-mile journey. The drive is predominantly on major freeways, making up 87% of the total mileage. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 17.6 miles on the Edsel Ford Freeway, offering a consistent pace. This route is characterized by its efficiency, designed for direct travel rather than scenic exploration, with the majority of your time spent navigating these high-speed corridors.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.6 mi on Edsel Ford Freeway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Edsel Ford Freeway and Ford Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 34.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 50.3 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 34.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.5 miles (I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Express)): 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from New Baltimore, MI to Livonia, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Lansing along the way.
Lansing
34.7 mi in
|
~44m
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 1h 3m. Total distance: 50.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 17.6 miles on Edsel Ford Freeway. 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 Livonia, 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: at 34.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 34.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.5 miles (I 96 / Jeffries Freeway (Express)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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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