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Trip from Orangeville, MI to Livonia, MI

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 34m

Distance

130.9 mi

211 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$20

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min
4 AM
2h 24m ★
6 AM
2h 34m
8 AM
2h 55m
10 AM
2h 41m
12 PM
2h 39m
3 PM
2h 42m
5 PM
2h 54m
8 PM
2h 28m

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

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Downtown Orangeville, MI, MI

Orangeville, MI

Youngcucafilms

city in Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Livonia, MI

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Trip Overview

This 130.9-mile drive from Orangeville to Livonia, Michigan, is a manageable trip that can easily be completed in a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 34 minutes. The route primarily utilizes I-94 and M-14, offering a relatively straightforward journey through the Midwest region. With an estimated fuel cost of around $20, this drive is quite budget-friendly. While there's one recommended stop, the longest continuous stretch is 66.8 miles on I-94, suggesting a fairly consistent pace. This trip is well-suited for a day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.

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

65.5 miles from Orangeville, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 22m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 94 66.8 mi 1h 11m
M 14 22.2 mi 23m
M 89 8 mi 9m
West Michigan Avenue 6.1 mi 10m
East Michigan Avenue 5.1 mi 6m
I 96 3.8 mi 4m
North 32nd Street 3.1 mi 4m
South Enzian Road 3 mi 4m
Longest stretch: I 94 — 66.8 mi, about 1h 11m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Damon Street

41 ft · 1 sec · Damon Street
2

Continue on Marsh Road

0.2 mi · 25 sec · Marsh Road
3

Turn sharp right onto Damon Street

371 ft · 17 sec · Damon Street
4

Turn left onto Nine Mile Road

0.4 mi · 1 min · Nine Mile Road
5

Turn right onto Lindsey Road

2.9 mi · 4 min · Lindsey Road
6

Turn left onto West Pine Lake Road

0.9 mi · 1 min · West Pine Lake Road
7

Turn right onto South Enzian Road

3.0 mi · 4 min · South Enzian Road
8

Turn left onto 3 Mile Road

0.7 mi · 1 min · 3 Mile Road
9

Turn right onto Norris Road

0.2 mi · 12 sec · Norris Road
10

Continue on Milo Road

1.3 mi · 1 min · Milo Road
11

Turn right onto Lockshore Road

2.5 mi · 3 min · Lockshore Road
12

Continue on North 32nd Street

0.6 mi · 53 sec · North 32nd Street
13

Continue on M 43

2.4 mi · 3 min · North 32nd Street
14

Turn left onto M 89

0.5 mi · 33 sec · East D Avenue
15

Continue on M 89

8.0 mi · 9 min · M 89
16

Continue on M 89

0.2 mi · 17 sec · M-89
17

Continue on M 89

6.1 mi · 10 min · West Michigan Avenue
18

Turn right onto M 89

0.2 mi · 17 sec · South Washington Avenue
19

Turn left onto West Hamblin Avenue

0.8 mi · 1 min · West Hamblin Avenue
20

Continue on I 94 BL

352 ft · 8 sec · Hamblin Street
21

Turn right onto I 94 BL

2.0 mi · 2 min · East Michigan Avenue
22

Turn right onto I 94 BL

55 ft · 4 sec · I 94 BL
23

Continue on I 94 BL; M 96

0.1 mi · 7 sec · East Columbia Avenue
24

Merge onto I 94 BL; M 96

3.1 mi · 3 min · East Michigan Avenue
25

Turn sharp left onto I 94 BL; M 311

349 ft · 6 sec · 11 Mile Road
26

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 34 sec
Toward I 94 East: Detroit
27

Merge onto I 94

67 mi · 1 hr 11 min · I 94
28

Keep slight left at fork onto M 14

4.7 mi · 5 min · M 14
Exit 171 Toward M 14: Plymouth
29

Keep right at fork onto M 14

2.4 mi · 2 min · M 14
Toward M 14 East, US 23 South: Plymouth
30

Keep slight left at fork onto M 14

15 mi · 16 min · M 14
Exit 42 Toward M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31

Continue on I 96

3.8 mi · 4 min · I 96
32

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec
Exit 175 Toward Merriman Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.
33

Turn straight onto Schoolcraft Road

477 ft · 14 sec · Schoolcraft Road
34

Turn right onto Merriman Road

1.0 mi · 1 min · Merriman Road
35

Turn right

98 ft · 9 sec
36

Turn right

31 ft · 2 sec
37

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

For this 2-hour and 34-minute drive, departing in the morning should help you avoid peak traffic, especially as you approach Livonia. With only one recommended stop and a total distance of 130.9 miles, you have plenty of flexibility to decide when and where to take breaks. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $20, and plan your stop accordingly. Given the longest stretch is on I-94, consider making your stop before or after this segment to break up the highway driving effectively.

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 65.5 miles from Orangeville, MI, or about 1h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 66.8 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 29 miles or 41m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 65.5 miles or 1h 22m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 7m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Orangeville, 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 Orangeville, MI

This is one driving day of about 130.9 miles and 2h 34m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Orangeville, 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 66.8 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Butler, MI, MI

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Butler, MI

65 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

Battle Creek, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Jackson, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 65.5 miles from Orangeville, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 94 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 66.8 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 Restaurant

Dozer Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Later in the drive, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 102.9

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+17349295217

Visit website

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Battle Creek, Michigan

0.6 mi

Zou Zou's

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Chelsea, Michigan

1.9 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Haraz Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Livonia, Michigan

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 130.9

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+17342366069

Visit website

Rawaq Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ann Arbor, Michigan

1.7 mi

ALWADI COFFEE

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Plymouth, Michigan

1.6 mi

Dozer Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 102.9

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+17349295217

Visit website

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 28.1

Battle Creek, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+12692186728

Visit website

Zou Zou's

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 93.5

Chelsea, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+17344334226

Visit website

Dunkin'

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 93.5

Chelsea, Michigan

Hours: 4:30 am–7 pm

+17345622004

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 93.5

Chelsea, Michigan

Hours: 5 am–7 pm

+17347194712

BIGGBY COFFEE

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 56.1

Albion, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+15176299800

Visit website

Foundry Bakehouse and Deli

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 56.1

Albion, Michigan

Hours: 6:30 am–4 pm

+15176800092

Visit website

Café Rica USA

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 28.1

Battle Creek, Michigan

Hours: 6:30 am–4:30 pm

+12694410205

Visit website

Haraz Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 130.9

Livonia, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+17342366069

Visit website

Rawaq Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour Inexpensiv mile 102.9

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+17344368412

Visit website

ALWADI COFFEE

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 121.6

Plymouth, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+17344046349

Visit website

Plymouth Coffee Bean

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 121.6

Plymouth, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+17344540178

Visit website

Gapi Coffee & Sweets at FireKeepers Casino Hotel

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 37.4

Battle Creek, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–12 pm

+18773528777

Visit website

Stirling Books & Brew

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 56.1

Albion, Michigan

Hours: 12–6 pm

+15176297560

Visit website

Starbucks Coffee Company

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 74.8

Jackson, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–7 pm

+15177878722

Visit website

Meridian Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 121.6

Plymouth, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+17342598580

Kellogg Bird Sanctuary

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 18.7

Augusta, Michigan

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+12696712510

Visit website

Maybury State Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 121.6

Northville, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+12483498390

Visit website

Leslie Science & Nature Center

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 112.2

Ann Arbor, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+17349971553

Visit website

Maybury Farm

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 121.6

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 23

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 129.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | Damon Street

Turn sharp right onto Damon Street

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

7
36.5 mi into trip | ~50m in

Take the exit toward I 94 East: Detroit

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward I 94 East: Detroit
6
103.5 mi into trip | ~2h 3m in | M 14

Keep slight left at fork onto M 14 toward M 14: Plymouth

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Exit 171 Toward M 14: Plymouth
9
110.6 mi into trip | ~2h 10m in | M 14

Keep slight left at fork onto M 14 toward M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 42 Toward M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia
7
129.5 mi into trip | ~2h 31m in

Take the exit toward Merriman Road

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 175 Toward Merriman Road

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$20.46 one way

$40.93 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 46 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $22.47 $44.94
premium $4.89 $25.19 $50.38
diesel $5.61 $28.90 $57.80

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$20

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$45–$70

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 45.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 39.3 0 $13.74 $6.28
Efficient EV 32.7 0 $11.45 $5.24
EV Truck/SUV 52.4 0 $18.33 $8.38

Gas CO2

46 kg

EV CO2

15 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 15, 2026

Origin

Orangeville, MI

Late night in Orangeville on Sunday

Local time

3:36 AM

EDT

Current temp

45°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Livonia, MI

Late night in Livonia on Sunday

Local time

3:36 AM

EDT

Current temp

46°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

68°F

Butler, MI

65 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

1 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

2h 34m 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?

The road character for this 130.9-mile journey is a mixed drive, with 54% of the route being highway. You'll spend a significant portion on I-94, which forms the longest uninterrupted stretch at 66.8 miles, offering a consistent speed. As you transition to M-14, the driving experience may evolve, potentially incorporating more varied road conditions or local traffic patterns. This blend means you’ll experience both the efficiency of interstate travel and the nuances of state highways, providing a dynamic feel behind the wheel.

54% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
37 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 66.8 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 around 0.2 miles in near Damon Street.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 130.9 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: at 0.2 miles (Damon Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 36.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 103.5 miles (M 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Orangeville, MI and Livonia, MI, road signs point toward M 14: Plymouth, M 14 East and M 14 East: Plymouth.

M 14: Plymouth

103.5 mi in | ~2h 3m | via M 14

M 14 East

108.2 mi in | ~2h 8m | via M 14

M 14 East: Plymouth

110.6 mi in | ~2h 10m | via M 14

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 34m. Total distance: 130.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (54%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 66.8 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 Livonia, 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: at 0.2 miles (Damon Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 36.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 103.5 miles (M 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

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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