Origin
Belleville, MI
Morning in Belleville on Saturday
Local time
11:18 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Belleville, MI to Livonia, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
29m
Distance
17.8 mi
29 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
★
6 AM
0h 30m
8 AM
0h 35m
10 AM
0h 31m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 32m
5 PM
0h 34m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Belleville, MI
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Livonia, MI
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick connection between Belleville and Livonia, this 17.8-mile trip is a straightforward transit through the Michigan Midwest. You can comfortably complete the journey in about 29 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of just $3, it is an incredibly economical route for commuters or local travelers. Since the entire drive stays within the same region, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations or major logistical shifts. It is a practical, no-fuss route that gets you from point A to point B efficiently.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 29m. Total distance: 17.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (29%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local experience rather than a monotonous highway cruise. You will spend roughly 29% of your time on the highway, with the longest uninterrupted stretch being 5.2 miles on I-275. The route requires you to navigate a mix of surface streets like Belleville Road and Plymouth Road before transitioning onto the interstate. Because the drive is relatively short, the character shifts quickly from local neighborhood driving to the more structured pace of the freeway. Be prepared to shift your driving style as you move off local roads and into the brief highway portion.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 275 is the longest continuous segment at about 5.2 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
701 ft
638 ft
Total Climb
56 ft
Total Descent
92 ft
Highest Point
701 ft
~2.5 mi in
Elevation Range
63 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 5.1 miles in near US 12 / Michigan Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 17.8 miles you will encounter 8 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 5.1 miles (US 12 / Michigan Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.8 miles (I 275): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
5.1 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
US 12 / Michigan Avenue
Turn right onto US 12 / Michigan Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
7.8 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
I 275
Merge onto I 275
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
13.1 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward Plymouth, Livonia
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 28
Toward Plymouth, Livonia
6
17.8 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
Merriman Road
Turn right onto Merriman Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
17.8 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
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 Belleville, MI to Livonia, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Plymouth along the way.
Plymouth
13.1 mi in
|
~20m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 275 | 5.2 mi | 5m |
| Belleville Road | 4.5 mi | 8m |
| Plymouth Road | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| Michigan Avenue | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Ann Arbor Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Merriman Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 275
— 5.2 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Belleville, MI and Livonia, MI.
1
Start on Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
2
Continue on Belleville Road
4.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Belleville Road
Use the straight lane.
3
Turn right onto US 12
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Michigan Avenue
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 275 North: Flint
5
Merge onto I 275
5.2 mi
·
5 min
·
I 275
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 28
Toward Plymouth, Livonia
Use the slight right lane.
7
Turn right onto Ann Arbor Road
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Ann Arbor Road
8
Turn straight onto Plymouth Road
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Plymouth Road
9
Turn right onto Merriman Road
152 ft
·
5 sec
·
Merriman Road
Use the right lane.
10
Turn right
98 ft
·
9 sec
11
Turn right
31 ft
·
2 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.78 one way
$5.57 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $3.06 | $6.11 |
| premium | $4.89 | $3.43 | $6.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.93 | $7.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.87 | $0.85 |
| Efficient EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.56 | $0.71 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.49 | $1.14 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Morning in Livonia on Saturday
Local time
11:18 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
19 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
29m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Belleville, MI to Livonia, MI covers 17.8 miles and takes about 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 275, Belleville Road, Plymouth Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.9 miles from Belleville, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.78 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 17.8 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.1 miles (US 12 / Michigan Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.8 miles (I 275): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Belleville, MI to Livonia, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Plymouth along the way.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 638 ft to 701 ft elevation with about 56 ft of total climbing.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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