How far is Troy, MI from Livonia, MI?
The driving distance from Troy, MI to Livonia, MI is about 230.6 miles (371.1 km), with a travel time of about 03h 34m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 164.7 miles (265.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 09m 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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City in Michigan, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Troy and Livonia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Troy and Livonia.
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Start on North Dickinson Avenue
2.1 mi · 5 min · North Dickinson Avenue
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Continue on West 11 Mile Road
1.4 km · 2 min · West 11 Mile Road
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Turn right onto Comstock Avenue
7.1 mi · 17 min · Comstock Avenue
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Turn left onto 4 Mile Road
1.6 km · 2 min · 4 Mile Road
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Turn right onto North Green Avenue
2.2 mi · 3 min · North Green Avenue
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Turn left onto Jefferson Street
1.6 km · 1 min · Jefferson Street
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Continue on North Stone Road
7.7 mi · 11 min · North Stone Road
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Turn left onto West Main Street
1.6 km · 3 min · West Main Street
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Turn right onto South Stewart Avenue
3134 ft · 1 min · South Stewart Avenue
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Continue on South Warner Avenue
2.3 mi · 3 min · South Warner Avenue
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Continue on South Warner Avenue
5.9 mi · 8 min · South Warner Avenue
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Continue on West 118th Street
1.5 km · 1 min · West 118th Street
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Continue on Luce Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · Luce Avenue
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Continue on West 128th Street
2443 ft · 40 sec · West 128th Street
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Turn right onto Alger Avenue
2 mi · 3 min · Alger Avenue
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Continue on Squires Road
1.5 km · 1 min · Squires Road
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Turn left onto Bailey Road
4.9 mi · 7 min · Bailey Road
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Turn right onto North Newaygo Road
3.2 mi · 4 min · North Newaygo Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Apple Avenue
50 m · 2 sec · Apple Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto Apple Avenue
12.8 mi · 18 min · Apple Avenue
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Continue on Alpine Avenue Northwest
5.2 mi · 8 min · Alpine Avenue Northwest
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Take the exit left
1955 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight right
65.7 mi · 1 hr 10 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 96 East: Detroit
66.9 mi · 1 hr 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 96, I 275, M 5 North: Detroit, Toledo
2832 ft · 35 sec
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Keep slight left
2422 ft · 30 sec
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Continue straight
6.1 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 96 East: Detroit
1.3 mi · 3 min
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Merge slight right onto Jeffries Freeway
3.3 mi · 4 min · Jeffries Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Merriman Road
1760 ft · 43 sec
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Turn straight onto Schoolcraft Road
146 m · 14 sec · Schoolcraft Road
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Turn right onto Merriman Road
1.6 km · 2 min · 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 Troy and Livonia.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 96 East
Keep slight left to continue on I 96 East: Detroit
66.9 mi · 01h 12m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Troy and Showers And Thunderstorms near Livonia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Troy to Livonia?
The road trip is about 230.6 miles (371.1 km) and usually takes 03h 34m 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?
Portland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 104.7 miles from Troy and 126 miles from Livonia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 164.7 miles (265.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 65.9 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 9:50 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.70 one way or $61.39 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 72.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Troy and Showers And Thunderstorms near Livonia.
Stop Ideas Near Portland
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 Portland.
East Lansing station
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Vernon J. Ehlers Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Troy and Livonia. Straight-line distance: 164.74 mi (265.13 km).
#1 Troy
The most populous city in Oakland County, Michigan.
| Population | 83,589 |
| Coordinates | 43.7430700, -86.0192300 |
| Altitude | 251 |
| 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: 371 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 50m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 52m |
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 | $30.70 | $61.39 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $34.62 | $69.24 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $37.88 | $75.77 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $43.17 | $86.35 |
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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