How far is Livonia, MI from Marlette, MI?

The driving distance from Livonia, MI to Marlette, MI is about 87.2 miles (140.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 56m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 67.7 miles (108.9 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 52m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
87.23 mi
01h 56m
Flight
67.65 mi
108.88 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
67.65 mi
Kilometers
108.88 km
Flight Time
00h 08m

Driving Distance

Road route
87.23 mi
Kilometers
140.39 km
Drive Time
01h 56m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 56m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Marlette
Thu, Apr 23, 5:33 AM EDT
Return by in Livonia
Thu, Apr 23, 7:29 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Livonia
2026-04-23T03:36
Arrive Marlette
Thu, Apr 23, 5:33 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 56m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:56 AM to 11:56 AM EDT

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

Leave by
2:38 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
Washington
MI

Township in Macomb County, Michigan

From Livonia
43.6 mi
00h 58m
To Marlette
43.6 mi
00h 58m

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
73°F
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
5 to 10 mph S

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  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

    120 m · 9 sec · Schoolcraft Road

  6. 6

    Take the ramp straight toward I 96 East

    1801 ft · 44 sec

  7. 7

    Merge slight left onto Jeffries Freeway

    4.5 mi · 5 min · Jeffries Freeway

  8. 8

    Keep slight left to continue on Jeffries Freeway (Express)

    5.3 mi · 6 min · Jeffries Freeway (Express)

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward Davison Avenue

    1519 ft · 37 sec

  10. 10

    Continue straight

    2.2 mi · 5 min

  11. 11

    Continue on Davison Freeway

    1.3 mi · 2 min · Davison Freeway

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right toward I 75: Flint, Toledo

    2332 ft · 56 sec

  13. 13

    Keep slight left to continue on I 75 North: Flint

    2346 ft · 56 sec

  14. 14

    Merge slight left onto North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway

    10.8 mi · 12 min · North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway

  15. 15

    Take the exit slight right toward Rochester Road

    2292 ft · 1 min

  16. 16

    Turn right onto Rochester Road

    793 ft · 18 sec · Rochester Road

  17. 17

    Turn right onto East Big Beaver Road

    2 mi · 4 min · East Big Beaver Road

  18. 18

    Continue on Metropolitan Parkway

    3.1 mi · 5 min · Metropolitan Parkway

  19. 19

    Continue on Metropolitan Parkway

    714 ft · 23 sec · Metropolitan Parkway

  20. 20

    Turn right onto Van Dyke Avenue

    2.2 mi · 4 min · Van Dyke Avenue

  21. 21

    Keep slight right to continue on M 53 North: Imlay City

    24.2 mi · 30 min

  22. 22

    Turn left onto North Van Dyke Road

    5.6 mi · 8 min · North Van Dyke Road

  23. 23

    Continue on South Cedar Street

    1.6 mi · 3 min · South Cedar Street

  24. 24

    Continue on North Cedar Street

    3244 ft · 1 min · North Cedar Street

  25. 25

    Continue on North Van Dyke Road

    19.7 mi · 25 min · North Van Dyke Road

  26. 26

    Continue on Main Street

    1.1 km · 54 sec · Main Street

  27. 27

    Turn left onto Morris Street

    30 m · 4 sec · Morris Street

  28. 28

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Morris Street

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
28 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
2 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
32.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
North Van Dyke Road
25.3 mi · 29%
M 53 North
24.2 mi · 28%
North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
10.8 mi · 12%
Jeffries Freeway (Express)
5.32 mi · 6%
Jeffries Freeway
4.53 mi · 5%
Metropolitan Parkway
3.25 mi · 4%
Longest Stretch

M 53 North

Keep slight right to continue on M 53 North: Imlay City

24.2 mi · 00h 30m

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 56m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 52m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+19.5 mi
67.7 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Washington
00h 58m from Livonia
Leave By
2:38 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Livonia and Sunny near Marlette.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 87.2 miles (140.4 km) and usually takes 01h 56m 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?

Washington is a useful midpoint, sitting about 43.6 miles from Livonia and 43.6 miles from Marlette.

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

The direct path is about 67.7 miles (108.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.5 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 2:38 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.61 one way or $23.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 27.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Stop Ideas Near Washington

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

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Washington and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 6.1 mi away

Rochester Municipal Complex

Rochester , MI
400 6th St, Rochester, MI 48307
City Hall,Emergency services,School,University
Stop photo coming soon
Meeting point 14.3 mi away

City of Madison Heights

Madison Heights , MI
300 W 13 Mile Rd, Madison Heights, MI 48071
Rating 4.8/5 32 reviews City Hall

Transit and Meeting Points

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

RAIL

Pontiac Transportation Center

23 mi away
51000 Woodward Avenue
RAIL

Birmingham, Michigan

24 mi away
449 South Eton St.
RAIL

Troy Transit Center

24 mi away
1201 Doyle Drive
RAIL

Royal Oak station

28 mi away
202 South Sherman Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Livonia and Marlette. Straight-line distance: 67.65 mi (108.88 km).

Livonia

#1 Livonia

The second most populous city in Wayne County, Michigan.

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

#2 Marlette

City in Sanilac County, Michigan, United States of America

Population1,638
Coordinates43.3269700, -83.0802200
Altitude255
CountryUnited States
Start: Livonia (-83.35271, 42.36837)
End: Marlette (-83.08022, 43.32697)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 140 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 54m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 10m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 44m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 27m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 14m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 05m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.08 gal
11.65 L · about $11.61
Round trip
$23.23
6.16 gal · 23.3 L
Estimated CO2
27.4 kg one way
Round trip: 54.7 kg / 121 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $11.61 $23.23
Mid-grade $4.25 $13.10 $26.20
Premium $4.65 $14.33 $28.67
Diesel $5.30 $16.34 $32.67

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 Marlette. The current time is 03:36:45.

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.