Origin
Livonia, MI
Evening in Livonia on Sunday
Local time
6:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Livonia, MI to Bunker Hill, MI
Drive Time
1h 32m
Distance
63.5 mi
102 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 25m
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6 AM
1h 32m
8 AM
1h 46m
10 AM
1h 37m
12 PM
1h 36m
3 PM
1h 38m
5 PM
1h 46m
8 PM
1h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Livonia, MI
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Livonia to Bunker Hill, you are looking at a 63.5-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 32 minutes to complete. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as the distance is short enough that you won't need to worry about an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $10 on fuel for the round trip, making it an affordable regional drive within Michigan. You will transition through the Midwest landscape by utilizing a combination of M 14, I 94, and Stockbridge Chelsea Road. Because the drive is straightforward and efficient, it serves as an excellent option for those who prefer to keep their travel time under two hours.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
31.8 miles from Livonia, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 36m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip offers a distinct transition from faster highway driving to a more technical local experience. You will spend about 22% of your time on highways, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 22.8 miles along M 14. As you move away from the main thoroughfares, the route shifts into a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Expect the pace to slow down significantly once you leave the highway system behind. The contrast between the initial high-speed segments and the winding final approach gives the drive a varied, engaging character that keeps the journey from feeling like a monotonous grind.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
M 14 is the longest continuous segment at about 22.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Merriman Road.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 63.5 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 0.1 miles (Merriman Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (Schoolcraft Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 22.4 miles (M 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Merriman Road
Turn left onto Merriman Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
1 mi into trip
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~2m in
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Schoolcraft Road
Turn right onto Schoolcraft Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
22.4 mi into trip
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~26m in
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M 14
Keep slight left at fork onto M 14 toward M 14: Ann Arbor
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 45
Toward M 14: Ann Arbor
6
27.8 mi into trip
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~31m in
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I 94
Merge onto I 94 toward I 94 West: Chicago
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward I 94 West: Chicago
6
52.4 mi into trip
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~1h 6m in
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M 52; M 106 / South Clinton Street
At end of road, turn right onto M 52; M 106 / South Clinton Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between Livonia, MI and Bunker Hill, MI, road signs point toward M 14: Ann Arbor and Old Us-12.
M 14: Ann Arbor
22.4 mi in
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~26m
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via M 14
Old Us-12
36.2 mi in
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~41m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| M 14 | 22.8 mi | 24m |
| I 94 | 8.4 mi | 9m |
| Stockbridge Chelsea Road | 8 mi | 11m |
| Catholic Church Road | 5.8 mi | 14m |
| Jeffries Freeway | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| East Old US Highway 12 | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Territorial Road | 2.3 mi | 3m |
| Dexter Trail | 2 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
M 14
— 22.8 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Livonia, MI and Bunker Hill, MI.
1
Start on this road
74 ft
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6 sec
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this road
2
Turn right
87 ft
·
8 sec
3
Turn right onto Plymouth Road
149 ft
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10 sec
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Plymouth Road
4
Turn left onto Merriman Road
1.0 mi
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1 min
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Merriman Road
Use the left lane.
5
Turn right onto Schoolcraft Road
333 ft
·
12 sec
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Schoolcraft Road
Use the right lane.
6
Continue on Schoolcraft Road
0.2 mi
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36 sec
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Schoolcraft Road
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
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45 sec
Toward I 96 West
8
Merge onto I 96
3.3 mi
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3 min
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Jeffries Freeway
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on M 14
17 mi
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18 min
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M 14
Use the none lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto M 14
5.4 mi
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5 min
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M 14
Exit 45
Toward M 14: Ann Arbor
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 94
8.4 mi
·
9 min
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I 94
Toward I 94 West: Chicago
Use the none lane.
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
Toward Jackson Road, Old US-12
13
Turn right onto East Old US Highway 12
2.4 mi
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4 min
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East Old US Highway 12
Use the none lane.
14
Turn right onto M 52
1.7 mi
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3 min
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South Main Street
Use the right lane.
15
Continue on M 52
0.5 mi
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53 sec
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Stockbridge Chelsea Road
16
Enter roundabout onto M 52
85 ft
·
4 sec
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Stockbridge Chelsea Road
17
Continue on M 52
7.5 mi
·
10 min
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Stockbridge Chelsea Road
18
Continue on M 52
2.3 mi
·
3 min
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Territorial Road
19
Continue on M 52
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
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Grosshans Road
20
Continue on M 52
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Hinkley Road
21
Continue on M 52
0.3 mi
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28 sec
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Green Road
22
At end of road, turn right onto M 52; M 106
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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South Clinton Street
Use the right lane.
23
Turn left onto M 52
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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West Main Street
24
Continue on M 52
1.0 mi
·
1 min
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Stockbridge Road
25
Turn left onto Dexter Trail
2.0 mi
·
4 min
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Dexter Trail
26
Turn left onto Catholic Church Road
5.8 mi
·
14 min
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Catholic Church Road
27
Turn left onto Williamston Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
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Williamston Road
28
Turn right onto Decamp Road
132 ft
·
5 sec
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Decamp Road
29
Arrive at destination
Decamp Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short 1.5-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You won't need to plan for any formal stops, but keep in mind that the final leg of the trip is turn-heavy, so plan your navigation ahead of time to stay on track. Because the entire route is quite manageable, you can easily handle the drive in one go without worrying about fatigue. Make sure to double-check your fuel levels before heading out, as the $10 estimate is based on standard consumption and local conditions. A helpful tip for this specific route is to prepare for the transition to Stockbridge Chelsea Road, as the change in road type requires a shift in your driving focus compared to the earlier highway portions.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 31.8 miles from Livonia, MI, or about 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.8 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 63.5 miles or 1h 32m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.8 miles or 36m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 9m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bunker Hill, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Livonia, 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 Livonia, MI
This is one driving day of about 63.5 miles and 1h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Livonia, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on M 14 for about 22.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.8 mi from Livonia, MI · 36m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 63.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.8 miles from Livonia, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bunker Hill, MI
The final approach into Bunker Hill, MI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Bunker Hill, MI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.65 one way
$19.29 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $10.63 | $21.27 |
| premium | $4.80 | $11.99 | $23.98 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $14.11 | $28.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.67 | $3.05 |
| Efficient EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.56 | $2.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.4 | 0 | $8.89 | $4.06 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Bunker Hill, MI
Evening in Bunker Hill on Sunday
Local time
6:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
23 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 32m 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 Livonia, MI to Bunker Hill, MI covers 63.5 miles and takes about 1h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are M 14, I 94, Stockbridge Chelsea Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.8 miles from Livonia, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.65 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 is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 63.5 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Merriman Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (Schoolcraft Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 22.4 miles (M 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Livonia, MI and Bunker Hill, MI, road signs point toward M 14: Ann Arbor and Old Us-12.
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