How far is Livonia, MI from Sault Ste. Marie, MI?
The driving distance from Livonia, MI to Sault Ste. Marie, MI is about 341.3 miles (549.3 km), with a travel time of about 05h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 289.3 miles (465.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 56m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Montcalm County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Livonia and Sault Ste. Marie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Livonia and Sault Ste. Marie.
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Start on the route
23 m · 6 sec
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Turn right
27 m · 9 sec
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Turn right onto Plymouth Road
46 m · 11 sec · Plymouth Road
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Turn left onto Merriman Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Merriman Road
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Turn right onto Schoolcraft Road
102 m · 13 sec · Schoolcraft Road
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Continue on Schoolcraft Road
1015 ft · 36 sec · Schoolcraft Road
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Take the ramp straight toward I 96 West
1870 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left onto Jeffries Freeway
3.3 mi · 4 min · Jeffries Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 96 West, I 275 North: Flint, Lansing
1.5 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Disabled American Veterans Memorial Highway
23 mi · 25 min · Disabled American Veterans Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 23 South, US 23 North: Ann Arbor, Spencer Road, Flint
960 ft · 12 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 23 North: Flint
1.1 km · 55 sec
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Merge slight left
79.3 mi · 1 hr 25 min
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Keep slight left
62.9 mi · 1 hr 3 min
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Keep slight left
167.8 mi · 2 hr 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Easterday Avenue
1668 ft · 43 sec
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Turn right onto West Easterday Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · West Easterday Avenue
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Turn left onto Bingham Avenue
1576 ft · 1 min · Bingham Avenue
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Turn right onto Dawson Street
88 m · 13 sec · Dawson Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Dawson Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Livonia and Sault Ste. Marie.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
US 23 North
Keep slight left
168 mi · 02h 51m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Livonia and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Sault Ste. Marie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Livonia to Sault Ste. Marie?
The road trip is about 341.3 miles (549.3 km) and usually takes 05h 58m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Maple Valley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 170.6 miles from Livonia and 170.7 miles from Sault Ste. Marie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 289.3 miles (465.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 52 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:04 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $45.40 one way or $90.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 107 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Livonia and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Sault Ste. Marie.
Stop Ideas Near Maple Valley
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 Maple Valley.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Livonia and Sault Ste. Marie. Straight-line distance: 289.31 mi (465.6 km).
#1 Livonia
The second most populous city in Wayne County, Michigan.
| Population | 93,189 |
| Coordinates | 42.3683700, -83.3527100 |
| Altitude | 195 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sault Ste. Marie
City in Michigan, United States
| Population | 13,359 |
| Coordinates | 46.4953000, -84.3453200 |
| Altitude | 188 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sault Ste. Marie (-84.34532, 46.4953)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 549 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 06h 49m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 15m |
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 | $45.40 | $90.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $51.21 | $102.41 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $56.03 | $112.07 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $63.86 | $127.72 |
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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