Origin
Livonia, MI
Late night in Livonia on Monday
Local time
5:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Livonia, MI to Woodhaven, MI
Drive Time
43m
Distance
27.7 mi
45 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
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6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 42m
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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Woodhaven, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Livonia, MI to Woodhaven, MI covers 27.7 miles and takes about 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Merriman Road, Detroit-Toledo Expressway, I 75 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 8 miles on Merriman Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.21 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
13.8 miles from Livonia, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Livonia, MI to Woodhaven, MI covers 27.7 miles and takes about 43m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Merriman Road is the longest continuous segment at about 8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 27.7 miles you will encounter 10 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: Navigation decision point; near the start (Merriman Road): Navigation decision point; at 8 miles (Ecorse Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Merriman Road
Turn right onto Merriman Road
Navigation decision point
6
8 mi into trip
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~15m in
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Ecorse Road
Turn left onto Ecorse Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
23.9 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward Gibraltar
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 29A
Toward Gibraltar
5
24.3 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Take the ramp toward I 75 North: Detroit
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 75 North: Detroit
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Livonia, MI to Woodhaven, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Gibraltar along the way.
Gibraltar
23.9 mi in
|
~38m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Merriman Road | 8 mi | 14m |
| Detroit-Toledo Expressway | 6.1 mi | 6m |
| I 75 | 3 mi | 3m |
| Inkster Road | 3 mi | 5m |
| Ecorse Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Northline Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Telegraph Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Gibraltar Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Merriman Road
— 8 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Livonia, MI and Woodhaven, MI.
1
Start on the route
33 ft
·
8 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left
98 ft
·
9 sec
3
Turn right onto Merriman Road
8.0 mi
·
14 min
·
Merriman Road
4
Turn left onto Ecorse Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Ecorse Road
5
Turn right onto Inkster Road
3.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Inkster Road
6
Turn left onto Northline Road
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Northline Road
7
Turn right onto Telegraph Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Telegraph Road
8
Take the ramp straight toward I 75 South: Toledo
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 75 South: Toledo
9
Continue on I 75 South: Toledo
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
I 75 South: Toledo
10
Continue on Detroit-Toledo Expressway
6.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Detroit-Toledo Expressway
11
Take the exit slight right toward Gibraltar
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Gibraltar
12
Turn straight onto Gibraltar Road
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Gibraltar Road
13
Take the ramp slight right toward I 75 North: Detroit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
I 75 North: Detroit
14
Merge slight left
3.0 mi
·
3 min
15
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 13.8 miles from Livonia, MI, or about 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 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 27.7 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.8 miles or 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Woodhaven, 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 27.7 miles and 43m.
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 Merriman Road for about 8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.8 mi from Livonia, MI · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 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 27.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.8 miles from Livonia, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Woodhaven, MI
The final approach into Woodhaven, 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 Woodhaven, 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
$4.21 one way
$8.41 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $4.64 | $9.28 |
| premium | $4.80 | $5.23 | $10.46 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.15 | $12.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.3 | 0 | $2.91 | $1.33 |
| Efficient EV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.42 | $1.11 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.88 | $1.77 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Woodhaven, MI
Late night in Woodhaven on Monday
Local time
5:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°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
21 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
43m 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 Woodhaven, MI covers 27.7 miles and takes about 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Merriman Road, Detroit-Toledo Expressway, I 75. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.8 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 $4.21 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 27.7 miles you will encounter 10 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: Navigation decision point; near the start (Merriman Road): Navigation decision point; at 8 miles (Ecorse Road): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Livonia, MI to Woodhaven, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Gibraltar along the way.
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