How far is Ypsilanti, MI from Livonia, MI?
The driving distance from Ypsilanti, MI to Livonia, MI is about 30 miles (48.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 16 miles (25.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 02m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Charter township in Wayne County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ypsilanti and Livonia.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ypsilanti and Livonia.
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Start on West Michigan Avenue
130 m · 20 sec · West Michigan Avenue
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Continue on West Michigan Avenue
4.4 mi · 7 min · West Michigan Avenue
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Take the ramp straight toward US 12 EAST: Canton
5.1 mi · 7 min
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 275 North: Flint
1421 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight right
5.2 mi · 6 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 Ypsilanti and Livonia.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
I 275 North
Merge slight right
5.24 mi · 00h 06m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Ypsilanti and Slight Chance 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 Ypsilanti to Livonia?
The road trip is about 30 miles (48.3 km) and usually takes 00h 31m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Canton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.9 miles from Ypsilanti and 20.1 miles from Livonia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 16 miles (25.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 14 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:28 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.00 one way or $7.99 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Ypsilanti and Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Livonia.
Stop Ideas Near Canton
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 Canton.
Greenfield Village, Michigan
Ann Arbor station
John D. Dingell Transit Center
Detroit
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ypsilanti and Livonia. Straight-line distance: 15.94 mi (25.66 km).
#1 Ypsilanti
City in Washtenaw County, Michigan, United States
| Population | 19,940 |
| Coordinates | 42.2411500, -83.6129900 |
| Altitude | 219 |
| 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: 48 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $4.00 | $7.99 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $4.51 | $9.02 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.93 | $9.87 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $5.62 | $11.24 |
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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