Origin
Sidney, MI
Evening in Sidney on Wednesday
Local time
7:40 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sidney, MI to Livonia, MI
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
2h 44m
Distance
138.1 mi
222 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 34m
★
6 AM
2h 45m
8 AM
3h 6m
10 AM
2h 52m
12 PM
2h 50m
3 PM
2h 53m
5 PM
3h 5m
8 PM
2h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sidney, MI
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Livonia, MI
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 138.1-mile drive from Sidney, MI to Livonia, MI takes about 2 hours and 44 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day road trip, with a fuel cost estimated at $22. The majority of this journey is on highways, making it an efficient way to travel within the Midwest. You'll primarily be on I-96, with some time on North and South State Roads. Plan for one stop along the way to break up the drive. This route offers a practical and direct connection between its origin and destination.
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
69 miles from Sidney, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for 76% of this 138.1-mile trip. You'll spend a significant portion of your time on I-96, including a continuous stretch of 95.8 miles, which means mostly uninterrupted travel. While the bulk of the route is on the interstate, you will transition to North and South State Roads at points. This blend means you'll experience the efficiency of highway driving followed by potentially more local road conditions as you approach your destination. The character is largely about covering distance effectively.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 96 is the longest continuous segment at about 95.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and North State Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 21.3 miles in near M 66 / North Dexter Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 138.1 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 21.3 miles (M 66 / North Dexter Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 58.1 miles (I 96): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 124.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
21.3 mi into trip
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~32m in
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M 66 / North Dexter Street
Turn right onto M 66 / North Dexter Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
58.1 mi into trip
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~1h 16m in
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I 96
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96 toward I 96 East: Detroit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
8
124.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 27m 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
132 mi into trip
|
~2h 35m 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
136.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 41m 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 Sidney, MI and Livonia, MI, road signs point toward M 5 North: Detroit and Toledo.
M 5 North: Detroit
124.9 mi in
|
~2h 27m
Toledo
124.9 mi in
|
~2h 27m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 96 | 95.8 mi | 1h 42m |
| North State Road | 12.8 mi | 17m |
| South State Road | 6.6 mi | 10m |
| I 275 | 6.1 mi | 6m |
| Jeffries Freeway | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| West County Farm Road | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Derby Road | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| South Sheridan Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 95.8 mi, about 1h 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sidney, MI and Livonia, MI.
1
Start on CR 510
38 ft
·
6 sec
·
West Sidney Road
2
Turn left onto CR 585
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Derby Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto CR 506
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
West County Farm Road
4
Continue on CR 506
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Street
5
At end of road, turn right onto M 66
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
6
Continue on M 66
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
South Sheridan Road
7
Continue on M 66
13 mi
·
17 min
·
North State Road
8
Continue on M 66
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
North State Street
9
Turn left onto M 21
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
West Lincoln Avenue
10
Turn right onto M 66
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North Dexter Street
Use the right lane.
11
Continue on M 66
6.6 mi
·
10 min
·
South State Road
12
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 96 East: Lansing
13
Merge onto I 96
29 mi
·
31 min
·
I 96
14
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
67 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
I 96
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
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.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
29 sec
17
Continue on I 275; I 96
6.1 mi
·
6 min
·
I 275; I 96
18
Take the exit
1.3 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
Use the slight left lane.
19
Merge onto I 96
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Jeffries Freeway
Toward I 96 East: Livonia, Detroit
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 175
Toward Merriman Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Turn straight onto Schoolcraft Road
477 ft
·
14 sec
·
Schoolcraft Road
22
Turn right onto Merriman Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Merriman Road
23
Turn right
98 ft
·
9 sec
24
Turn right
31 ft
·
2 sec
25
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour and 44-minute duration, starting your 138.1-mile journey in the morning is ideal to avoid peak traffic in Livonia. With a fuel cost of around $22, you'll want to fill up before departing Sidney, MI. The longest stretch without a major road change is 95.8 miles on I-96, so plan your one recommended stop either before or after this segment for maximum flexibility. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as services can be spaced out on longer interstate segments like this one.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 69 miles from Sidney, MI, or about 1h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 95.8 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 30 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 69 miles or 1h 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 15m
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 Sidney, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
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 Sidney, MI
This is one driving day of about 138.1 miles and 2h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Sidney, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 96 for about 95.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 69 mi from Sidney, MI · 1h 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
69 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 69 miles from Sidney, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 96 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 95.8 miles.
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
$21.59 one way
$43.18 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
48 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $23.71 | $47.41 |
| premium | $4.89 | $26.58 | $53.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.49 | $60.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.4 | 0 | $14.50 | $6.63 |
| Efficient EV | 34.5 | 0 | $12.08 | $5.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 55.2 | 0 | $19.33 | $8.84 |
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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
7:40 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
1 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
2h 44m 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 Sidney, MI to Livonia, MI covers 138.1 miles and takes about 2h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 96, North State Road, South State Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 69 miles from Sidney, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.59 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 138.1 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 21.3 miles (M 66 / North Dexter Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 58.1 miles (I 96): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 124.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Sidney, MI and Livonia, MI, road signs point toward M 5 North: Detroit and Toledo.
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