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Locations: See where you can pick up a Hertz car rental in and around Livonia, including at Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW). Find a convenient starting point for your trip.

Fleet: Browse from a wide list of available rental cars, starting from compact models for getting around town to SUVs for longer drives and carrying extra luggage.

Things to do: Explore Livonia’s parks and local history. Having your own car makes it easier to explore nearby places too.

Useful rental information: Check the details on long-term, one-way and business rentals, then browse answers to common questions.

Livonia car rental

Make Livonia your launchpad for a road trip across the ‘Wolverine State’. With a Hertz rental car in Livonia, Michigan, you can explore downtown Detroit’s parks and shops or drive out to Ann Arbor. Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) is only a short drive away, so picking up your car rental after you land is simple and straightforward.

Choose from a wide range of compact vehicles for zipping around town or select a prestigious SUV for longer journeys beyond Detroit’s metro area. Livonia’s location offers access to Detroit’s western suburbs and wider Michigan, giving you room to shape the trip around your plans.

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Car rental locations near Livonia

Livonia rental car options

Popular vehicles to rent in Livonia

Things to do in Livonia

Greenmead Historic Village
Greenmead Historic Village

20501 Newburgh Road, Livonia, MI 48152

Step into Livonia’s past at Greenmead Historical Park, a 95-acre site with a history stretching back about 200 years. The City of Livonia purchased it in 1976, and its Parks and Recreation Department operates the park today. The grounds include Greenmead Farm, its outbuildings and a 13-building historical village, alongside a community garden, a nature trail and soccer fields. Special events, including wedding proposals, usually take place on the village grounds.

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Steve’s Family Dining

15800 Middlebelt Road, Livonia, MI 48154

Add a comforting food stop to your Livonia plans at Steve’s Family Dining. This local favorite has served the area since 1996, with a menu that brings Polish-American comfort food together with breakfast classics and diner staples. Expect generous servings of dishes such as pierogi, kielbasa and city chicken, served in a friendly, down-to-earth setting. Stop in before you explore or wind down after a day out.

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Hyatt Place Detroit/Novi

46080 Grand River Avenue, Novi, MI 48374

Make Hyatt Place Detroit/Novi your base for exploring Livonia with ease. The hotel offers convenient access to events at Vibe Credit Union Showplace, while Detroit and Ann Arbor are within a short drive if you’re up for some sporting events and entertainment. Twelve Oaks Mall is also nearby for a quick shopping stop. With options for both business trips and leisure stays, you can shape your visit around what brings you to town.

Long term car rental

Make getting around Livonia easier during your stay with a long term car rental. Instead of regularly renewing shorter bookings, you can arrange a rental for an extended period, subject to availability and rental terms. It can suit both business stays and leisure trips if you’re in town for a month or more.

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One-way car rental in Appleton

Start your journey in Livonia and leave the return drive out of your plans. One-way trips connect you with top destinations such as Chicago, Cleveland and Toronto. Simply pick up your car rental in Livonia and drop off at an eligible destination, subject to vehicle availability, location and rental terms.

Business rental 

From client meetings to trips across the Detroit metro area, a Livonia rental car can give you more flexibility during your workday. Having Hertz Gold+ and skip-the-counter pickup perks helps make picking up your car easier and faster, so you can focus on getting to your next appointment on time.

Popular road trips from Livonia

Frankenmuth
Livonia to Frankenmuth

88 miles & 1 hour 45 minutes

Set out north from Livonia and head for Frankenmuth, a popular Michigan day-trip spot with a Bavarian twist. Look out for German-style architecture, try some Bavarian food and make time for Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland. It’s a change of scene from the suburbs, with more to explore once you arrive. Check your route before you go, as driving times can change with traffic.

Grands rapid
Livonia to Grand Rapids

138 miles & 2 hours 30 minutes

Set out west along I-96 and cross Michigan to Grand Rapids. Once you arrive, you can explore the city’s eclectic food scene, take in public art and wander through its walkable downtown. Grand Rapids is just as vibrant as Detroit’s Livonia, allowing you to explore another unique side of Michigan culture.

Cleveland
Livonia to Cleveland

188 miles & 3 hours

Take I-75 southeast, then join the Ohio Turnpike for a road trip into Cleveland. Swap Livonia’s quiet streets for city views along the waterfront and explore another part of the Great Lakes region, especially if you’re looking for a Midwest road trip. The route follows major highways, though traffic may affect your journey. The Ohio Turnpike charges tolls, so plan for those before you set off.

FAQs when renting a car in Livonia

Car rental pricing in Livonia depends on factors such as the type of vehicle you choose, how long you need it for, and the time of year you’re traveling. Rates can shift with demand and availability, so the most accurate way to see current pricing is to begin a reservation with Hertz.


The closest pickup point depends on how you arrive and where you land or if you’re flying. Check the rental locations section for Hertz options in Livonia and the wider Detroit area, then choose one that suits your plans.

 


Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) is a short drive from Livonia and offers a nearby Hertz pickup point. Hertz operates from the airport’s rental car facility, which you can reach by a free shuttle to the terminals. After collecting your luggage, follow the Ground Transportation signs. Shuttles typically run every 10 to 15 minutes, but make sure to check the airport’s latest guidance before you travel.


For many visitors, a car can make exploring Livonia and the surrounding area more convenient. The city is spread out, and it currently has no fixed-route bus service because it opted out of the regional SMART system. A rental car can help you reach local spots, take care of errands and head into Detroit for work or sightseeing.


The Hertz fleet has many vehicle options for different travel plans in Livonia, including compact cars, SUVs, luxury cars, convertibles and minivans. Think about how many people are traveling, how much luggage you’ll bring and where you plan to drive. Then choose from a wide range of vehicles to see what’s available.


Yes, you may be able to pick up a car rental in Livonia and return it to another Hertz location without doubling back. Check your route and drop-off location when booking, as availability may vary. Book one-way car rental.


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