How far is South Monroe, MI from Livonia, MI?
The driving distance from South Monroe, MI to Livonia, MI is about 46.5 miles (74.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 32.8 miles (52.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 36m 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
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 48m.
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 South Monroe and Livonia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Monroe and Livonia.
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Start on the route
81 m · 13 sec
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Turn right
672 ft · 35 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto South Dixie Highway
1.5 km · 1 min · South Dixie Highway
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Continue on South Monroe Street
5.5 mi · 9 min · South Monroe Street
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Turn straight onto North Telegraph Road
2.9 mi · 4 min · North Telegraph Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 275 North: Flint
1471 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
25.2 mi · 27 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Plymouth, Livonia
1980 ft · 50 sec
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Turn right onto Ann Arbor Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · Ann Arbor Road
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Turn straight onto Plymouth Road
2.7 mi · 5 min · Plymouth Road
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Turn right onto Merriman Road
46 m · 5 sec · Merriman Road
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Turn right
30 m · 9 sec
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Turn right
10 m · 2 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 South Monroe and Livonia.
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 North
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving South Monroe and Sunny near Livonia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from South Monroe to Livonia?
The road trip is about 46.5 miles (74.9 km) and usually takes 00h 48m 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 South Monroe and 26.7 miles from Livonia.
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 13.7 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 4:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.18 one way or $12.37 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around South Monroe and Sunny near Livonia.
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 South Monroe and Livonia. Straight-line distance: 32.81 mi (52.81 km).
#1 South Monroe
Unincorporated community in Michigan
| Population | 6,433 |
| Coordinates | 41.8958800, -83.4177100 |
| Altitude | 182 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Livonia
The second most populous city in Wayne County, Michigan.
| Population | 93,189 |
| Coordinates | 42.3683700, -83.3527100 |
| Altitude | 195 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-83.352804, 42.368369)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 75 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 34m |
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 | $6.18 | $12.37 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $6.97 | $13.95 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.63 | $15.27 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.70 | $17.40 |
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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