How far is Livingston, MI from Ann Arbor, MI?
The driving distance from Livingston, MI to Ann Arbor, MI is about 157 miles (252.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 145.2 miles (233.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 05m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 32m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
The most populous city in Calhoun County, Michigan.
Route Weather Snapshot
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Showers And Thunderstorms
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Livingston and Ann Arbor.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Livingston and Ann Arbor.
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Start on Livingston Road
1434 ft · 1 min · Livingston Road
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Turn right onto Red Arrow Highway
4.6 mi · 8 min · Red Arrow Highway
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Take the ramp straight toward I 94 East: Detroit
2567 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
9.8 mi · 11 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 94: Detroit
137.4 mi · 2 hr 27 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 94, I 94 Business: Detroit, Ann Arbor
3011 ft · 37 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward I 94 Business: Ann Arbor
3 mi · 7 min
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Turn right onto South State Street
1325 ft · 36 sec · South State Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South State Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Livingston and Ann Arbor.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 94
Keep slight left to continue on I 94: Detroit
137 mi · 02h 27m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Livingston and Light Rain Likely near Ann Arbor.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Livingston to Ann Arbor?
The road trip is about 157 miles (252.6 km) and usually takes 02h 32m 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?
Battle Creek is a useful midpoint, sitting about 78 miles from Livingston and 78.9 miles from Ann Arbor.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 145.2 miles (233.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.8 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 1:24 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.89 one way or $41.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Livingston and Light Rain Likely near Ann Arbor.
Stop Ideas Near Battle Creek
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Battle Creek.
Battle Creek Transportation Center
Kalamazoo Transportation Center
Albion station
Jackson station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Livingston and Ann Arbor. Straight-line distance: 145.18 mi (233.64 km).
#1 Livingston
Township in Otsego County, Michigan
| Population | 2,599 |
| Coordinates | 41.9683800, -86.5430800 |
| Altitude | 199 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Ann Arbor
The most populous city in Washtenaw County, Michigan.
| Population | 119,280 |
| Coordinates | 42.2775600, -83.7408800 |
| Altitude | 269 |
| Country | United States |
End: South State Street (-83.740762, 42.277562)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 253 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 57m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $20.89 | $41.78 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.56 | $47.12 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $25.78 | $51.57 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $29.38 | $58.77 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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