How far is Hartford, MI from Livonia, MI?

The driving distance from Hartford, MI to Livonia, MI is about 153.5 miles (247 km), with a travel time of about 02h 23m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 144.3 miles (232.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 47m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
153.45 mi
02h 23m
Flight
144.26 mi
232.16 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
144.26 mi
Kilometers
232.16 km
Flight Time
00h 17m

Driving Distance

Road route
153.45 mi
Kilometers
246.95 km
Drive Time
02h 23m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 23m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Livonia
Tue, Jun 2, 1:31 PM EDT
Return by in Hartford
Tue, Jun 2, 3:55 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Hartford
2026-06-02T11:08
Arrive Livonia
Tue, Jun 2, 1:31 PM EDT
Route Timing
02h 23m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:24 AM to 12:24 PM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:42 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Hartford
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Albion
MI

City in Calhoun County, Michigan

From Hartford
76.6 mi
01h 11m
To Livonia
76.8 mi
01h 11m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
78°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, Jun 2 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph NE
Destination
78°F
Tuesday

Sunny

Starts
Tue, Jun 2 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph NNE

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Hartford and Livonia.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hartford and Livonia.

  1. 1

    Start on South Center Street

    2231 ft · 1 min · South Center Street

  2. 2

    Continue on County Road 687

    1.1 km · 2 min · County Road 687

  3. 3

    Take the ramp left

    1731 ft · 43 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    124.8 mi · 2 hr 14 min

  5. 5

    Keep slight left to continue on M 14: Plymouth

    4.7 mi · 5 min

  6. 6

    Keep right to continue on M 14 East, US 23 South: Plymouth

    2.4 mi · 3 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia

    15.1 mi · 16 min

  8. 8

    Continue straight

    3.8 mi · 4 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward Merriman Road

    1760 ft · 43 sec

  10. 10

    Turn straight onto Schoolcraft Road

    146 m · 14 sec · Schoolcraft Road

  11. 11

    Turn right onto Merriman Road

    1.6 km · 2 min · Merriman Road

  12. 12

    Turn right

    30 m · 9 sec

  13. 13

    Turn right

    10 m · 2 sec

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Hartford and Livonia.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
14 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
9.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
County Road 687
126 mi · 82%
M 14 East
21.3 mi · 14%
M 14
4.69 mi · 3%
Merriman Road
1.32 mi · 1%
South Center Street
0.42 mi
Schoolcraft Road
0.09 mi
Longest Stretch

County Road 687

Merge slight left

125 mi · 02h 14m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
02h 23m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 48m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+9.2 mi
144.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Albion
01h 11m from Hartford
Leave By
1:42 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Hartford and Sunny near Livonia.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Hartford to Livonia?

The road trip is about 153.5 miles (247 km) and usually takes 02h 23m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Albion is a useful midpoint, sitting about 76.6 miles from Hartford and 76.8 miles from Livonia.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 144.3 miles (232.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:42 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.44 one way or $40.88 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Hartford and Sunny near Livonia.

Stop Ideas Near Albion

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Albion, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Albion.

RAIL

Albion station

1 mi away
300 North Eaton St.
RAIL

Jackson station

29 mi away
501 E. Michigan Ave.
RAIL

Battle Creek Transportation Center

37 mi away
104 Capital Ave. S.W.
RAIL

East Lansing station

57 mi away
1240 South Harrison Road

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Hartford and Livonia. Straight-line distance: 144.26 mi (232.16 km).

Hartford

#1 Hartford

City in Michigan, United States

Population3,181
Coordinates42.2067100, -86.1666900
Altitude201
CountryUnited States
Livonia

#2 Livonia

The second most populous city in Wayne County, Michigan.

Population93,189
Coordinates42.3683700, -83.3527100
Altitude195
CountryUnited States
Start: South Center Street (-86.16674, 42.20671)
End: (-83.352804, 42.368369)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 247 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 06m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 50m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 04m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 33m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 11m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 54m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.42 gal
20.5 L · about $20.44
Round trip
$40.88
10.84 gal · 41 L
Estimated CO2
48.2 kg one way
Round trip: 96.3 kg / 212 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $20.44 $40.88
Mid-grade $4.25 $23.05 $46.10
Premium $4.65 $25.22 $50.45
Diesel $5.30 $28.75 $57.50

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Michigan · Jun 02, 2026

There is no time difference between Hartford and Livonia. The current time is 11:08:01.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.