Origin
Flushing, MI
Evening in Flushing on Thursday
Local time
5:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Flushing, MI to Livonia, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
72.2 mi
116 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 25m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Flushing, MI
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Livonia, MI
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Trip Overview
This 72.2-mile drive from Flushing to Livonia, Michigan, is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 25 minutes. With 87% of the route on highways like US 23, I-96, and I-75, it's an efficient way to travel between these two Midwest locations. Given its short duration and focused highway profile, this trip is ideal as a day trip, requiring no overnight stays. The estimated fuel cost is around $11, making it an economical option. You'll find this route offers a practical and quick transit through the region.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 72.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m 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.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 87% of your journey taking place on major interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 30.9 miles on US 23, offering a sustained period of consistent travel. While the profile is mainly highway, the transitions between US 23, I-96, and I-75 will keep the drive dynamic enough. This isn't a winding scenic road, but rather a direct and efficient path designed for covering ground quickly within the Midwest.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 23 is the longest continuous segment at about 30.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 23 and I 96. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.5 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 72.2 miles you will encounter 14 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 4.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.4 miles (US 23): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 59.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
4.5 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Flint
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Flint
5
12.4 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
US 23
Keep slight right at fork onto US 23 toward US 23: Ann Arbor
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 23: Ann Arbor
8
59.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 8m in
Take the exit toward I 96, I 275, M 5 North: Detroit, Toledo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 163
Toward I 96, I 275, M 5 North: Detroit, Toledo
6
66.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward I 96 East: Detroit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
7
70.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m 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
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Flushing, MI and Livonia, MI, road signs point toward M 5 North: Detroit, Toledo and Detroit.
M 5 North: Detroit
59.1 mi in
|
~1h 8m
Toledo
59.1 mi in
|
~1h 8m
Detroit
67.5 mi in
|
~1h 18m
|
via I 96
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 23 | 30.9 mi | 33m |
| I 96 | 14.9 mi | 15m |
| I 75 | 7.5 mi | 8m |
| I 275 | 6.1 mi | 6m |
| Jeffries Freeway | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| East Pierson Road | 3 mi | 5m |
| East Main Street | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Merriman Road | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 23
— 30.9 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Flushing, MI and Livonia, MI.
1
Start on East Main Street
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
East Main Street
2
Continue on Flushing Road
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
Flushing Road
3
Turn slight left onto East Pierson Road
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
East Pierson Road
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Flint
5
Merge onto I 75; US 23
7.5 mi
·
8 min
·
I 75; US 23
6
Keep slight right at fork onto US 23
31 mi
·
33 min
·
US 23
Toward US 23: Ann Arbor
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
9
Merge onto I 96
15 mi
·
15 min
·
I 96
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 163
Toward I 96, I 275, M 5 North: Detroit, Toledo
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
29 sec
12
Continue on I 275; I 96
6.1 mi
·
6 min
·
I 275; I 96
13
Take the exit
1.3 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
Use the slight left lane.
14
Merge onto I 96
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Jeffries Freeway
Toward I 96 East: Livonia, Detroit
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 175
Toward Merriman Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn straight onto Schoolcraft Road
477 ft
·
14 sec
·
Schoolcraft Road
17
Turn right onto Merriman Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Merriman Road
18
Turn right
98 ft
·
9 sec
19
Turn right
31 ft
·
2 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.1 mi from Flushing, MI · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.1 miles from Flushing, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Livonia, MI
The final approach into Livonia, MI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.29 one way
$22.58 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $12.39 | $24.79 |
| premium | $4.89 | $13.89 | $27.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.94 | $31.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.7 | 0 | $7.58 | $3.47 |
| Efficient EV | 18.1 | 0 | $6.32 | $2.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.9 | 0 | $10.11 | $4.62 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Evening in Livonia on Thursday
Local time
5:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
43°F
Brighton, MI
36 mi in
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
1h 25m 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 Flushing, MI to Livonia, MI covers 72.2 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 23, I 96, I 75. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.1 miles from Flushing, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.29 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 72.2 miles you will encounter 14 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 4.5 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.4 miles (US 23): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 59.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Flushing, MI and Livonia, MI, road signs point toward M 5 North: Detroit, Toledo and Detroit.
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