Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
2h 30m
Distance
122.9 mi
198 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
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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Stony Point, MI
Marian Florinel Condruz
This 122.9-mile drive from Livonia to Stony Point, Michigan, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes to complete. With a fuel cost estimated at $19, it's an economical journey through the Midwest. The route primarily utilizes major highways, offering a straightforward path. You'll find this drive to be a mixed experience, not overly long, making it ideal for a single day of travel without the need for an overnight stop. It's a practical choice for a quick transit within the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
61.4 miles from Livonia, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 8m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 30m. Total distance: 122.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (57%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
The personality of this drive is largely defined by its 57% highway share, meaning you'll spend a significant portion of your time on faster-paced roads like I-94 and M-14. Expect a mixed drive that transitions between these main arteries and local roads like West Michigan Avenue. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a considerable 66.7 miles on I-94, so settle in for that segment. As you progress, the character shifts from interstate cruising to more local road navigation, offering a varied driving experience.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Plymouth Road.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 122.9 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: 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.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto Plymouth Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Merriman Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto Schoolcraft Road
Lane positioning matters here
Continue onto Schoolcraft Road
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto M 14 toward M 14: Ann Arbor
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Livonia, MI and Stony Point, MI, road signs point toward M 14: Ann Arbor, M 311 and M 96.
M 14: Ann Arbor
M 311
M 96
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 66.7 mi | 1h 11m |
| M 14 | 22.8 mi | 24m |
| West Michigan Avenue | 6.1 mi | 9m |
| East Michigan Avenue | 4.8 mi | 5m |
| M 89 | 4.3 mi | 4m |
| Kellogg School Road | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Jeffries Freeway | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| North 40th Street | 3.3 mi | 7m |
Step-by-step road directions between Livonia, MI and Stony Point, MI.
Start on this road
Turn right
Turn right onto Plymouth Road
Turn left onto Merriman Road
Turn right onto Schoolcraft Road
Continue on Schoolcraft Road
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 96
Continue on M 14
Keep slight left at fork onto M 14
Merge onto I 94
Take the exit
Continue on Wheatfield Parkway
Turn right onto I 94 BL; M 96
Keep slight right at fork onto I 94 BL
Turn left onto I 94 BL
Continue on East Hamblin Avenue
Turn right onto M 89
Turn left onto M 89
Turn slight right onto M 89
Continue on M 89
Turn right onto North 40th Street
Continue on East Baseline Road
Continue on Kellogg School Road
Continue on Osborne Road
Continue on South Floria Road
Turn straight onto M 43
Continue on M 43
Turn left onto Delton Road
Turn left onto Stoney Point Drive
Arrive at destination
For this 2.5-hour trip, departing earlier in the day can help you avoid potential traffic on I-94, especially as you approach your destination. With only one suggested stop, you have plenty of flexibility to take breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge; the estimated $19 cost suggests it's a relatively inexpensive fill-up. Given the manageable distance, you can easily complete this drive in one go, but if you prefer a more relaxed pace, stopping for a short period along West Michigan Avenue would be a good option.
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.
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 27 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61.4 miles or 1h 8m 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stony Point, MI than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Livonia, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 122.9 miles and 2h 30m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 61.4 mi from Livonia, MI · 1h 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 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.
A short stop after about 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 61.4 miles from Livonia, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 94 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 66.7 miles.
The final approach into Stony Point, 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 Stony Point, MI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$19.21 one way
$38.43 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $21.10 | $42.19 |
| premium | $4.89 | $23.65 | $47.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $27.13 | $54.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.9 | 0 | $12.90 | $5.90 |
| Efficient EV | 30.7 | 0 | $10.75 | $4.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 49.2 | 0 | $17.21 | $7.87 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Livonia on Friday
Local time
12:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
Destination
Late night in Stony Point on Friday
Local time
12:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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