How far is Livonia, MI from South Haven, MI?
The driving distance from Livonia, MI to South Haven, MI is about 168.4 miles (271 km), with a travel time of about 03h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 149.1 miles (239.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 28m 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.
Flight Distance
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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 03h 14m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
Township in Calhoun County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Livonia and South Haven.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Livonia and South Haven.
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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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Continue straight
17.5 mi · 19 min
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Keep slight left to continue on M 14: Ann Arbor
5.4 mi · 6 min
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Merge slight left onto I 94 West: Chicago
119 mi · 2 hr 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Lawrence
1398 ft · 53 sec
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Turn left onto 52nd Street
1.4 km · 1 min · 52nd Street
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Continue on South Paw Paw Street
1.5 km · 2 min · South Paw Paw Street
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Turn left onto Bangor Road
3071 ft · 1 min · Bangor Road
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Continue on County Road 215
5.8 mi · 8 min · County Road 215
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Turn left onto State Highway 43
1.5 mi · 2 min · State Highway 43
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Continue on East Monroe Street
8.9 mi · 13 min · East Monroe Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward M-43
51 m · 3 sec · M-43
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Exit the roundabout onto M-43
1.4 mi · 2 min · M-43
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Continue on South Bailey Avenue
1393 ft · 34 sec · South Bailey Avenue
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Continue on Phillips Street
2622 ft · 1 min · Phillips Street
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Continue on Broadway Street
1999 ft · 56 sec · Broadway Street
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Turn left onto Phoenix Street
701 ft · 31 sec · Phoenix Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Phoenix Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Livonia and South Haven.
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 West
Merge slight left onto I 94 West: Chicago
119 mi · 02h 07m
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.
Sunny leaving Livonia and Sunny near South Haven.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Livonia to South Haven?
The road trip is about 168.4 miles (271 km) and usually takes 03h 14m 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?
Marengo is a useful midpoint, sitting about 84 miles from Livonia and 84.4 miles from South Haven.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 149.1 miles (239.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.3 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 10:32 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $22.40 one way or $44.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Livonia and Sunny near South Haven.
Stop Ideas Near Marengo
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 Marengo.
Albion station
Battle Creek Transportation Center
Jackson station
East Lansing station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Livonia and South Haven. Straight-line distance: 149.08 mi (239.92 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 South Haven
Township in Van Buren County, Michigan
| Population | 4,325 |
| Coordinates | 42.4030900, -86.2736400 |
| Altitude | 187 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Haven (-86.27364, 42.40309)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 271 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 12m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 06m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $22.40 | $44.80 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $25.26 | $50.53 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $27.64 | $55.29 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $31.51 | $63.01 |
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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