How far is Livonia, MI from Jackson, MI?

The driving distance from Livonia, MI to Jackson, MI is about 60 miles (96.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 10m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 54.2 miles (87.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 20m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
59.93 mi
01h 10m
Flight
54.25 mi
87.3 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
54.25 mi
Kilometers
87.3 km
Flight Time
00h 06m

Driving Distance

Road route
59.93 mi
Kilometers
96.45 km
Drive Time
01h 10m

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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 01h 10m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Jackson
Thu, Apr 23, 11:12 AM EDT
Return by in Livonia
Thu, Apr 23, 12:22 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Livonia
2026-04-23T10:02
Arrive Jackson
Thu, Apr 23, 11:12 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 10m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:10 AM to 11:10 AM EDT

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

Leave by
4:10 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Livonia
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
Scio
MI

Township in Michigan

From Livonia
29.9 mi
00h 35m
To Jackson
30 mi
00h 35m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
76°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 9 mph SSE
Destination
77°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 9 mph S

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    23 m · 6 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right

    27 m · 9 sec

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Plymouth Road

    46 m · 11 sec · Plymouth Road

  4. 4

    Turn left onto Merriman Road

    1.5 km · 2 min · Merriman Road

  5. 5

    Turn right onto Schoolcraft Road

    102 m · 13 sec · Schoolcraft Road

  6. 6

    Continue on Schoolcraft Road

    1015 ft · 36 sec · Schoolcraft Road

  7. 7

    Take the ramp straight toward I 96 West

    1870 ft · 46 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto Jeffries Freeway

    3.3 mi · 4 min · Jeffries Freeway

  9. 9

    Continue straight

    17.5 mi · 19 min

  10. 10

    Keep slight left to continue on M 14: Ann Arbor

    5.4 mi · 6 min

  11. 11

    Merge slight left onto I 94 West: Chicago

    25.9 mi · 28 min

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right toward BL I 94: Sargent Rd, Jackson

    1559 ft · 50 sec

  13. 13

    Continue on Sargent Road

    1588 ft · 33 sec · Sargent Road

  14. 14

    Turn right onto Ann Arbor Road

    3.1 mi · 5 min · Ann Arbor Road

  15. 15

    Continue on East Michigan Avenue

    2.3 mi · 4 min · East Michigan Avenue

  16. 16

    Turn left onto South Cooper Street

    883 ft · 20 sec · South Cooper Street

  17. 17

    Turn right onto East Washington Avenue

    83 m · 8 sec · East Washington Avenue

  18. 18

    Turn right

    23 m · 5 sec

  19. 19

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
19 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
31.7 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 94 West
25.9 mi · 43%
Jeffries Freeway
20.8 mi · 35%
M 14
5.36 mi · 9%
Ann Arbor Road
3.14 mi · 5%
East Michigan Avenue
2.29 mi · 4%
Merriman Road
0.95 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

I 94 West

Merge slight left onto I 94 West: Chicago

25.9 mi · 00h 28m

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
01h 10m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 20m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+5.8 mi
54.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Scio
00h 35m from Livonia
Leave By
4:10 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Livonia and Mostly Sunny near Jackson.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 60 miles (96.5 km) and usually takes 01h 10m 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?

Scio is a useful midpoint, sitting about 29.9 miles from Livonia and 30 miles from Jackson.

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

The direct path is about 54.2 miles (87.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.8 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 4:10 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.99 one way or $15.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Livonia and Mostly Sunny near Jackson.

Stop Ideas Near Scio

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

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Scio, 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 Scio.

RAIL

Ann Arbor station

9 mi away
325 Depot Street
RAIL

Jackson station

47 mi away
501 E. Michigan Ave.
RAIL

Greenfield Village, Michigan

49 mi away
20900 Oakwood Blvd.
RAIL

John D. Dingell Transit Center

52 mi away
16121 Michigan Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Livonia and Jackson. Straight-line distance: 54.25 mi (87.3 km).

Livonia

#1 Livonia

The second most populous city in Wayne County, Michigan.

Population93,189
Coordinates42.3683700, -83.3527100
Altitude195
CountryUnited States
Jackson

#2 Jackson

City in Jackson County, Minnesota, United States

Population32,374
Coordinates42.2458700, -84.4013500
Altitude284
CountryUnited States
Start: Livonia (-83.35271, 42.36837)
End: Jackson (-84.40135, 42.24587)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 96 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 59m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 29m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 11m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 59m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 51m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 44m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.12 gal
8.01 L · about $7.99
Round trip
$15.99
4.24 gal · 16.02 L
Estimated CO2
18.8 kg one way
Round trip: 37.7 kg / 83 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $7.99 $15.99
Mid-grade $4.25 $9.02 $18.03
Premium $4.65 $9.87 $19.73
Diesel $5.30 $11.24 $22.49

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 · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Livonia and Jackson. The current time is 10:02:10.

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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.