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Trip from Quinnesec, MI to Livonia, MI

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

8h 49m

Distance

477 mi

768 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

2-day trip

Fuel Cost

$75

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 24 min
4 AM
8h 41m ★
6 AM
8h 49m
8 AM
9h 5m
10 AM
8h 55m
12 PM
8h 53m
3 PM
8h 55m
5 PM
9h 4m
8 PM
8h 44m

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

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Quinnesec, MI

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city in Wayne County, Michigan, United States

Livonia, MI

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Trip Overview

The drive from Quinnesec, MI to Livonia, MI covers 477 miles and takes about 8h 49m behind the wheel. It usually feels better as a 2-day road trip than as one long push.

The route leans on I 75, West Lakeshore Drive, US-2/US-41/M-35 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 229.2 miles on I 75. At current regular gas prices, budget about $74.57 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Best split across 2 days

Treat the return leg as its own travel day rather than an afterthought.

Break Rhythm

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

238.5 miles from Quinnesec, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 4h 37m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 75 229.2 mi 3h 56m
West Lakeshore Drive 88.4 mi 1h 44m
US-2/US-41/M-35 46 mi 55m
US 23 30.9 mi 33m
US 2 25.2 mi 31m
Eighth Avenue 20.4 mi 23m
I 96 14.9 mi 15m
I 275 6.1 mi 6m
Longest stretch: I 75 — 229.2 mi, about 3h 56m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on Quinnesec Street

68 ft · 6 sec · Quinnesec Street
2

Turn right onto US 2

2.8 mi · 3 min · US-2
3

Continue on US 2

2.2 mi · 2 min · Murray Road
4

Turn straight onto US 2

20 mi · 23 min · Eighth Avenue
5

Continue on US 2; US 41

22 mi · 27 min · US 2; US 41
6

Turn left onto US 2; US 41; M 35

2.1 mi · 3 min · North Lincoln Road
Use the left lane.
7

Continue on US 2; US 41; M 35

46 mi · 55 min · US-2/US-41/M-35
8

Continue on US 2

88 mi · 1 hr 44 min · West Lakeshore Drive
9

Continue on US 2

3.2 mi · 3 min · US 2
10

Continue on US 2

0.5 mi · 46 sec · US-2 West
11

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 44 sec
Toward I 75 South: Mackinac Bridge
12

Merge onto I 75

94 mi · 1 hr 37 min · I 75
13

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75

124 mi · 2 hr 7 min · I 75
Toward I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
14

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23

11 mi · 11 min · I 75; US 23
15

Keep slight right at fork onto US 23

31 mi · 33 min · US 23
Toward US 23: Ann Arbor
16

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 41 sec
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
17

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 37 sec
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
18

Merge onto I 96

15 mi · 15 min · I 96
Use the straight lane.
19

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.
20

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 29 sec
21

Continue on I 275; I 96

6.1 mi · 6 min · I 275; I 96
22

Take the exit

1.3 mi · 2 min
Toward I 96 East: Detroit Use the slight left lane.
23

Merge onto I 96

3.3 mi · 3 min · Jeffries Freeway
Toward I 96 East: Livonia, Detroit
24

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec
Exit 175 Toward Merriman Road Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25

Turn straight onto Schoolcraft Road

477 ft · 14 sec · Schoolcraft Road
26

Turn right onto Merriman Road

1.0 mi · 1 min · Merriman Road
27

Turn right

98 ft · 9 sec
28

Turn right

31 ft · 2 sec
29

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

This drive is better paced as a 2-day trip.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 238.5 miles from Quinnesec, MI, or about 4h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 229.2 miles.

Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 105 miles or 2h 7m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 238.5 miles or 4h 37m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Overnight split

Day 1 wrap after about 238.5 miles or 4h 37m

Stop before fatigue turns the last few hours into a grind. You want day two to start fresh, not just resumed.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 7h 41m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Livonia, MI than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Quinnesec, 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.

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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

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Treat this as a 2-day road trip and book the overnight stop before the busiest arrival window.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Quinnesec, MI

Aim for roughly 239 miles and 4.4 hours of wheel time on this day.

Day 2

Finish the approach into Livonia, MI

Aim for roughly 239 miles and 4.4 hours of wheel time on this day.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 105 miles from Quinnesec, MI.
This route usually feels better as a 2-day drive than as one long push.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 229.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Charlevoix County, Michigan, United States of America

Mid-route town

Overnight candidate

Boyne City, MI

239 mi into the route

Best for: Hotel check-in, dinner, and a fresh start

This lines up well with a realistic day-end stop if you are breaking the drive into stages.

Find hotels in Boyne City, MI

Popular next leg

Boyne City, MI to Livonia, MI

253.1 mi · 4h 34m

Overnight Options

Night 1

Boyne City, MI

239 mi · about 4.4h in

A practical overnight split lands near Boyne City, MI after about 239 miles or 4.4 hours of driving.

Find hotels

Pacing Suggestions

McMillan, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 105 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Boyne City, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 238.5 miles from Quinnesec, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 229.2 miles.

Overnight split

Hotel stop

For a steadier pace, wrap day one after about 239 miles or 4.4 hours on the road.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Cedar Street Cafe LLC

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Manistique, Michigan

Early in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 102.2

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+19063412469

Upper Crust Cafe Bakery & Deli

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Manistique, Michigan

1.2 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Haraz Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Livonia, Michigan

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 477

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+17342366069

Visit website

The Grind Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Manistique, Michigan

1.1 mi

Bluetick Brew Coffee Co

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Bark River, Michigan

1.1 mi

Cedar Street Cafe LLC

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 102.2

Manistique, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+19063412469

Upper Crust Cafe Bakery & Deli

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 102.2

Manistique, Michigan

Hours: 9 am–2 pm

+19063412253

Visit website

Anastasia and Katie's Coffee Shop & Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 477

Livonia, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+12489578019

Visit website

Stardust Entertainment Center

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 374.8

Saginaw, Michigan

Hours: 12–11 pm

+19897936300

Visit website

Mug Shots Coffee

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 68.1

Rapid River, Michigan

+19063981415

Haraz Coffee House

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 477

Livonia, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+17342366069

Visit website

The Grind Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 102.2

Manistique, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+19062861137

Visit website

Bluetick Brew Coffee Co

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 34.1

Bark River, Michigan

Hours: 6:30 am–3:30 pm

Visit website

Thread Creek Coffee

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 442.9

Howell, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+18107469302

Visit website

Neucup

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10

Iron Mountain, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–4 pm

+19064485044

Coffee Beanery Brighton

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour Inexpensiv mile 442.9

Brighton, Michigan

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+18102272233

Visit website

Our Town Coffee & Treats

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 272.6

Grayling, Michigan

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+19892178099

Visit website

Manistique Boardwalk

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.2 mi from route mile 102.2

Manistique, Michigan

Hours: Open 24 hours

Marshall M Fredericks Sculpture Museum

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 374.8

University Center, Michigan

Hours: 11 am–5 pm

+19899647125

Visit website

Airborne Adventure Park - Saginaw, MI

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 374.8

Saginaw, Michigan

Hours: 4–8 pm

+19895960022

Visit website

Flint Children's Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 408.8

Flint, Michigan

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+18107675437

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 18

5 decision points cluster between mile 47.4 and 475.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
47.4 mi into trip | ~57m in | US 2; US 41; M 35 / North Lincoln Road

Turn left onto US 2; US 41; M 35 / North Lincoln Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
6
282 mi into trip | ~5h 22m in | I 75

Keep slight left at fork onto I 75 toward I 75: Saginaw, Detroit

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
8
463.8 mi into trip | ~8h 32m 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
470.9 mi into trip | ~8h 39m 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
475.6 mi into trip | ~8h 45m 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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$74.57 one way

$149.15 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 167 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $81.88 $163.76
premium $4.89 $91.79 $183.59
diesel $5.61 $105.32 $210.63

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$75

Hotel (1n)

$80–$140

Meals

$50–$100

Total

$205–$315

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 166.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $50 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 143.1 1 $50.08 $22.90
Efficient EV 119.3 1 $41.74 $19.08
EV Truck/SUV 190.8 2 $66.78 $30.53

Gas CO2

167 kg

EV CO2

56 kg (66% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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

Quinnesec, MI

Afternoon in Quinnesec on Saturday

Local time

2:43 PM

CDT

Current temp

37°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Livonia, MI

Afternoon in Livonia on Saturday

Local time

3:43 PM

EDT

Current temp

46°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.

For long drives, weather on day two can matter just as much as conditions at departure, so check the whole travel window rather than only the first day.

Time zone

1 hour later

The destination clock does not match departure time, so double-check hotel check-in windows and late arrival plans.

Temperature spread

9 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

8h 49m on the road

This is long enough that the arrival forecast matters almost as much as departure conditions. Recheck both ends before you roll.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This is a 8h 49m highway drive covering 477 miles, with most of the trip on I 75 and West Lakeshore Drive. The longest continuous stretch is about 229.2 miles on I 75.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 75 is the longest continuous segment at about 229.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and West Lakeshore Drive. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 47.4 miles in near US 2; US 41; M 35 / North Lincoln Road.

Driving Effort 8/10

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 477 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 47.4 miles (US 2; US 41; M 35 / North Lincoln Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 282 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 463.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 Quinnesec, MI to Livonia, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Detroit along the way.

Detroit

282 mi in | ~5h 22m | via I 75

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Quinnesec, MI to Livonia, MI covers 477 miles and takes about 8h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 75, West Lakeshore Drive, US-2/US-41/M-35. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

Consider an overnight stop or starting very early.

Yes. This route is usually more comfortable as a 2-day drive. A sensible stopping point is after roughly 239 miles on day one.

The midpoint is about 238.5 miles from Quinnesec, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $74.57 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

Plan about 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 477 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 47.4 miles (US 2; US 41; M 35 / North Lincoln Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 282 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 463.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

On the drive from Quinnesec, MI to Livonia, MI, road signs begin pointing toward Detroit along the way.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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