How far is Livonia, MI from South Monroe, MI?
The driving distance from Livonia, MI to South Monroe, MI is about 39.8 miles (64.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 52m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32.8 miles (52.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 45m 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
Driving 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 00h 52m.
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.
City in Wayne County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Livonia and South Monroe.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Livonia and South Monroe.
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Start on the route
23 m · 6 sec
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Turn right
27 m · 12 sec
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Turn left onto Plymouth Road
2.7 mi · 5 min · Plymouth Road
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Keep slight left to continue on Ann Arbor Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · Ann Arbor Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 275 South: Toledo
1524 ft · 37 sec
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Merge slight left
25.2 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 24: Telegraph Road
2719 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto North Telegraph Road
2.8 mi · 4 min · North Telegraph Road
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Continue on North Monroe Street
5.5 mi · 9 min · North Monroe Street
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Continue on South Dixie Highway
1.5 km · 1 min · South Dixie Highway
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Turn right
61 m · 9 sec
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Turn straight
139 m · 24 sec
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Turn left
81 m · 12 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Livonia and South Monroe.
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 275 South
Merge slight left
25.2 mi · 00h 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.
Sunny leaving Livonia and Mostly Sunny near South Monroe.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Livonia to South Monroe?
The road trip is about 39.8 miles (64.1 km) and usually takes 00h 52m 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?
Romulus is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.9 miles from Livonia and 19.9 miles from South Monroe.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 32.8 miles (52.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 7 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 4:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.32 one way or $10.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Livonia and Mostly Sunny near South Monroe.
Stop Ideas Near Romulus
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 Romulus.
Greenfield Village, Michigan
John D. Dingell Transit Center
Ann Arbor station
Detroit
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Livonia and South Monroe. Straight-line distance: 32.81 mi (52.81 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 Monroe
Unincorporated community in Michigan
| Population | 6,433 |
| Coordinates | 41.8958800, -83.4177100 |
| Altitude | 182 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Monroe (-83.41771, 41.89588)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 64 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
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 | $5.32 | $10.63 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.00 | $11.99 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.56 | $13.12 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.48 | $14.96 |
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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