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Trip from Livonia, MI to Parma, MI

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

1h 18m

Distance

69.8 mi

112 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 19 min
4 AM
1h 12m ★
6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 15m

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

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Livonia, MI

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Downtown Parma, MI, MI

Parma, MI

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Trip Overview

The drive from Livonia, MI to Parma, MI covers 69.8 miles and takes about 1h 18m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 94, M 14, Jeffries Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 41 miles on I 94. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.91 one way before food or hotel costs.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 18m. Total distance: 69.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 18m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (64%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 1h 18m highway drive covering 69.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 94 and M 14. The longest continuous stretch is about 41 miles on I 94.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 94 is the longest continuous segment at about 41 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 94 and M 14. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Plymouth 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 69.8 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start (Plymouth Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Merriman Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (Schoolcraft Road): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Plymouth Road

Turn right onto Plymouth Road

Navigation decision point

6
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Merriman Road

Turn left onto Merriman Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
6
1 mi into trip | ~2m in | Schoolcraft Road

Turn right onto Schoolcraft Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.
5
1.1 mi into trip | ~2m in | Schoolcraft Road

Continue onto Schoolcraft Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
8
22.4 mi into trip | ~26m in | 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 straight / slight right lanes. Exit 45 Toward M 14: Ann Arbor

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 Livonia, MI to Parma, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 14: Ann Arbor along the way.

M 14: Ann Arbor

22.4 mi in | ~26m | via M 14

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 94 41 mi 43m
M 14 22.8 mi 24m
Jeffries Freeway 3.3 mi 3m
Merriman Road 1 mi 1m
North Parma Road 0.5 mi 1m
North Union Street 0.3 mi <1m
Schoolcraft Road 0.3 mi <1m
Plymouth Road <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 94 — 41 mi, about 43m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on this road

74 ft · 6 sec · this road
2

Turn right

87 ft · 8 sec
3

Turn right onto Plymouth Road

149 ft · 10 sec · Plymouth Road
4

Turn left onto Merriman Road

1.0 mi · 1 min · Merriman Road
Use the left lane.
5

Turn right onto Schoolcraft Road

333 ft · 12 sec · Schoolcraft Road
Use the right lane.
6

Continue on Schoolcraft Road

0.2 mi · 36 sec · Schoolcraft Road
Use the left lane.
7

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 45 sec
Toward I 96 West
8

Merge onto I 96

3.3 mi · 3 min · Jeffries Freeway
9

Continue on M 14

17 mi · 18 min · M 14
10

Keep slight left at fork onto M 14

5.4 mi · 5 min · M 14
Exit 45 Toward M 14: Ann Arbor Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Merge onto I 94

41 mi · 43 min · I 94
Toward I 94 West: Chicago
12

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 32 sec
Toward Parma
13

Turn left onto North Parma Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · North Parma Road
14

Continue on North Union Street

0.3 mi · 55 sec · North Union Street
15

Arrive at destination

South Union Street

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 34.9 mi from Livonia, MI · 39m into the drive

Downtown Ann Arbor, MI, MI

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ann Arbor, MI

35 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

Plymouth, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Chelsea, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 34.9 miles from Livonia, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Parma, MI

The final approach into Parma, 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

$10.91 one way

$21.82 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 24 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $11.98 $23.96
premium $4.89 $13.43 $26.86
diesel $5.61 $15.41 $30.82

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$11

Estimated CO2 emission: 24.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 20.9 0 $7.33 $3.35
Efficient EV 17.5 0 $6.11 $2.79
EV Truck/SUV 27.9 0 $9.77 $4.47

Gas CO2

24 kg

EV CO2

8 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 16, 2026

Origin

Livonia, MI

Evening in Livonia on Thursday

Local time

5:19 PM

EDT

Current temp

74°F

Showers And Thunderstorms

WSW 10 to 14 mph 84% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 16 at 12:16PM CDT by NWS Marquette MI

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 16 at 12:16PM CDT until April 23 at 7:00AM CDT by NWS Marquette MI

Destination

Parma, MI

Evening in Parma on Thursday

Local time

5:19 PM

EDT

Current temp

66°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

8 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 18m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

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 Parma, MI covers 69.8 miles and takes about 1h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 94, M 14, Jeffries Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.9 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 $10.91 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 69.8 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start (Plymouth Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Merriman Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (Schoolcraft Road): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Livonia, MI to Parma, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 14: Ann Arbor along the way.

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