Origin
Whitmore Lake, MI
Morning in Whitmore Lake on Sunday
Local time
6:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Whitmore Lake, 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
37m
Distance
32.2 mi
52 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
★
6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 44m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 39m
3 PM
0h 40m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Whitmore Lake, MI
Sean Ewing
Livonia, MI
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
This straightforward 32.2-mile drive from Whitmore Lake to Livonia, Michigan, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 37 minutes. Primarily utilizing M 14 and US 23 before merging onto I 96, the route offers a convenient connection within the Midwest region. With an estimated fuel cost of just $5, this short journey is budget-friendly for most travelers. The mixed drive profile suggests a blend of highway speeds and potentially some more local road sections as you approach your destination. Its brevity makes it ideal for a quick commute or an easy addition to a larger travel plan.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| M 14 | 15.1 mi | 16m |
| US 23 | 10.9 mi | 11m |
| I 96 | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| Merriman Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| 9 Mile Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Schoolcraft Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Shore Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
M 14
— 15.1 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Whitmore Lake, MI and Livonia, MI.
1
Start on this road
23 ft
·
5 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto East Shore Drive
127 ft
·
10 sec
·
East Shore Drive
3
Turn left onto 9 Mile Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
9 Mile Road
4
Enter roundabout onto M 36
118 ft
·
2 sec
·
9 Mile Road
5
Continue on M 36
307 ft
·
5 sec
·
9 Mile Road
6
Enter roundabout
181 ft
·
3 sec
7
Continue
59 ft
·
1 sec
8
Continue on this road
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
this road
9
Merge onto US 23
11 mi
·
11 min
·
US 23
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
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.
11
Continue on I 96
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
I 96
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 175
Toward Merriman Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Turn straight onto Schoolcraft Road
477 ft
·
14 sec
·
Schoolcraft Road
14
Turn right onto Merriman Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Merriman Road
15
Turn right
98 ft
·
9 sec
16
Turn right
31 ft
·
2 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 30.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
M 36 / 9 Mile Road
Enter roundabout onto M 36 / 9 Mile Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 23
Merge onto US 23
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
11.8 mi into trip
|
~13m 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
30.7 mi into trip
|
~34m 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
$5.03 one way
$10.07 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $5.53 | $11.05 |
| premium | $4.89 | $6.20 | $12.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.11 | $14.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.38 | $1.55 |
| Efficient EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.82 | $1.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.51 | $2.06 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Morning in Livonia on Sunday
Local time
6:06 AM
EDT
Current temp
46°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
37m 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 mixed drive on this route, with about 46% of your journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 15.1 miles along M 14, offering a consistent pace. As you transition between M 14, US 23, and I 96, the road character will shift, likely involving periods of faster, multi-lane travel interspersed with potentially slower segments as you navigate different road types. This blend means you'll experience varying driving conditions throughout the 32.2-mile distance.
46% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.1 mi on M 14.
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 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near M 36 / 9 Mile 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 32.2 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 0.6 miles (M 36 / 9 Mile Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.6 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.9 miles (US 23): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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 Whitmore Lake, MI to Livonia, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 14 East: Plymouth along the way.
M 14 East: Plymouth
11.8 mi in
|
~13m
|
via M 14
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 37m. Total distance: 32.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (46%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.1 miles on M 14. 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 0.6 miles (M 36 / 9 Mile Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.6 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.9 miles (US 23): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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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