Origin
Sherwood, MI
Evening in Sherwood on Wednesday
Local time
7:11 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sherwood, MI to Livonia, MI
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
2h 22m
Distance
111.5 mi
179 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 12m
★
6 AM
2h 22m
8 AM
2h 42m
10 AM
2h 29m
12 PM
2h 27m
3 PM
2h 30m
5 PM
2h 41m
8 PM
2h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sherwood, MI
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Livonia, MI
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Trip Overview
This 111.5-mile drive from Sherwood to Livonia, Michigan, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 22 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $17, it's an economical journey through the Midwest. The route primarily utilizes I-94, M-14, and M-60, offering a straightforward path. Given its relatively short duration and modest distance, this drive is perfect for a quick excursion or a segment of a larger road trip, allowing for flexibility in your schedule without the need for an overnight stop.
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
55.7 miles from Sherwood, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with about 35% of your travel time spent on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 34.8 miles on I-94, which provides a good opportunity for consistent progress. While much of the journey involves highway driving, the inclusion of M-14 and M-60 suggests you'll experience some transitions between faster-paced roads and potentially more varied local conditions as you approach your destination. This blend means you won't be solely on one type of road for the entire trip.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 30 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 34.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 around 48.9 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 111.5 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 48.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 84.1 miles (M 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 88.8 miles (M 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
48.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 94 East: Detroit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 94 East: Detroit
6
84.1 mi into trip
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~1h 51m in
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M 14
Keep slight left at fork onto M 14 toward M 14: Plymouth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 171
Toward M 14: Plymouth
6
88.8 mi into trip
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~1h 56m in
|
M 14
Keep right at fork onto M 14 toward M 14 East, US 23 South: Plymouth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward M 14 East, US 23 South: Plymouth
9
91.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 58m in
|
M 14
Keep slight left at fork onto M 14 toward M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 42
Toward M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia
7
110 mi into trip
|
~2h 19m 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
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Sherwood, MI and Livonia, MI, road signs point toward M 14: Plymouth, M 14 East and M 14 East: Plymouth.
M 14: Plymouth
84.1 mi in
|
~1h 51m
|
via M 14
M 14 East
88.8 mi in
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~1h 56m
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via M 14
M 14 East: Plymouth
91.1 mi in
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~1h 58m
|
via M 14
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 94 | 34.8 mi | 37m |
| M 14 | 22.2 mi | 23m |
| M-60 | 19.8 mi | 25m |
| Spring Arbor Road | 9.9 mi | 13m |
| Mendon Road | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| I 96 | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| Athens Road | 3.5 mi | 8m |
| Homer-Concord Road | 3 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 94
— 34.8 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sherwood, MI and Livonia, MI.
1
Start on Fremont Street
198 ft
·
10 sec
·
Fremont Street
2
Turn right onto North Main Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
North Main Street
3
Continue on Athens Road
0.2 mi
·
57 sec
·
Athens Road
4
Continue on Dunks Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Dunks Road
5
Turn left onto Athens Road
3.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Athens Road
6
Turn right onto M 60
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Mendon Road
7
Continue on M 60
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
M-60
8
Continue on M 60
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
West Leroy Street
9
Continue on M 60
13 mi
·
17 min
·
M-60
10
Continue on M 60
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Leigh Street
11
Continue on M 60; M 99
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Homer-Concord Road
12
Turn slight right onto M 60; M 99
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
L Drive South
13
Merge onto M 60
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Homer-Concord Road
14
Continue on M 60
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Homer Road
15
Continue on M 60
6.3 mi
·
8 min
·
Spring Arbor Road
16
Continue on M 60
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Street
17
Continue on M 60
3.6 mi
·
5 min
·
Spring Arbor Road
18
Turn straight onto M 60
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
M-60
19
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Toward I 94 East: Detroit
20
Merge onto I 94
35 mi
·
37 min
·
I 94
21
Keep slight left at fork onto M 14
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
M 14
Exit 171
Toward M 14: Plymouth
22
Keep right at fork onto M 14
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
M 14
Toward M 14 East, US 23 South: Plymouth
23
Keep slight left at fork onto M 14
15 mi
·
16 min
·
M 14
Exit 42
Toward M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Continue on I 96
3.8 mi
·
4 min
·
I 96
25
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 175
Toward Merriman Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Turn straight onto Schoolcraft Road
477 ft
·
14 sec
·
Schoolcraft Road
27
Turn right onto Merriman Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Merriman Road
28
Turn right
98 ft
·
9 sec
29
Turn right
31 ft
·
2 sec
30
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 2-hour and 22-minute drive, consider departing in the morning to avoid potential afternoon traffic, especially as you get closer to Livonia. With no recommended stops and a manageable 111.5 miles, you have the flexibility to go straight through or pull over as needed. The estimated fuel cost is only $17, so refueling shouldn't be a major concern, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. Keep an eye on the road signs for transitions between I-94, M-14, and M-60 to ensure you're following the most efficient path.
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 55.7 miles from Sherwood, MI, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.8 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 25 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.7 miles or 1h 20m 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 59m
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 Sherwood, 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 Sherwood, MI
This is one driving day of about 111.5 miles and 2h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 miles from Sherwood, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 94 for about 34.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 55.7 mi from Sherwood, MI · 1h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
56 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 55.7 miles from Sherwood, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Livonia, MI
The final approach into Livonia, 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 Livonia, 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
$17.43 one way
$34.86 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $19.14 | $38.28 |
| premium | $4.89 | $21.46 | $42.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.62 | $49.24 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.4 | 0 | $11.71 | $5.35 |
| Efficient EV | 27.9 | 0 | $9.76 | $4.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.6 | 0 | $15.61 | $7.14 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Destination
Livonia, MI
Evening in Livonia on Wednesday
Local time
7:11 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.
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
20 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
2h 22m 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 Sherwood, MI to Livonia, MI covers 111.5 miles and takes about 2h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 94, M 14, M-60. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 55.7 miles from Sherwood, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.43 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 13 significant decision points across 111.5 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 48.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 84.1 miles (M 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 88.8 miles (M 14): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Sherwood, MI and Livonia, MI, road signs point toward M 14: Plymouth, M 14 East and M 14 East: Plymouth.
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