Origin
Port Huron, MI
Night in Port Huron on Tuesday
Local time
9:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Port Huron, MI to Troy, MI
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
3h 54m
Distance
245.5 mi
395 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$38
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 42m
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6 AM
3h 55m
8 AM
4h 20m
10 AM
4h 4m
12 PM
4h 1m
3 PM
4h 5m
5 PM
4h 19m
8 PM
3h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Port Huron, MI
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Troy, MI
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Trip Overview
This 245.5-mile journey from Port Huron, MI to Troy, MI is designed for a single day of driving, taking approximately 3 hours and 54 minutes to complete. With a fuel cost estimated at $37, it's a budget-friendly trip through the Midwest. You'll primarily navigate local roads like Union Street, Military Street, and Griswold Street, with no highway driving involved. This route is characterized by frequent turns, making it a more engaging, albeit slower, drive. It's a straightforward trip that fits comfortably within a day, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
122.8 miles from Port Huron, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 57m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for the entirety of this 245.5-mile route, as indicated by its 0% highway share. This means you'll be navigating a series of local streets and intersections rather than open highways. Without any long, uninterrupted stretches, your pace will be dictated by traffic signals and turns. The character of the drive remains consistent throughout, offering a continuous experience of city and town navigation rather than open road cruising. Be prepared for a more involved driving experience with constant adjustments.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Union Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 54m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Port Huron, MI to Troy, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Union Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Military Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Griswold Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 475 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 475 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| UAW Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 10 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 10 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Union Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Port Huron, MI and Troy, MI.
1
Start on the route
85 ft
·
12 sec
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the route
2
Turn left onto Union Street
154 ft
·
9 sec
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Union Street
3
Turn right onto Military Street
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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Military Street
4
Turn right onto Griswold Street
66 mi
·
1 hr 7 min
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Griswold Street
5
Take the exit slight right toward I 475: Detroit, Saginaw
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
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I 475: Detroit, Saginaw
6
Keep slight right to continue on I 475 North: Saginaw
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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I 475 North: Saginaw
7
Merge slight left onto UAW Freeway
10 mi
·
10 min
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UAW Freeway
8
Merge slight left
37 mi
·
39 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward US 10 West: Midland
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
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US 10 West: Midland
10
Continue straight
11 mi
·
11 min
11
Keep slight right to continue on US 10: Clare
38 mi
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38 min
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US 10: Clare
12
Take the exit slight right toward US 10 WEST, TO M 115: Ludington, Cadillac
57 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
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US 10 WEST, TO M 115: Ludington, Cadillac
13
Keep slight left to continue on East Washington
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
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East Washington
14
Turn left onto South M 37
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
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South M 37
15
Continue on Michigan Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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Michigan Avenue
16
Continue on South M 37
5.2 mi
·
7 min
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South M 37
17
Continue on North Woodbridge Avenue
3.0 mi
·
4 min
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North Woodbridge Avenue
18
Turn right onto West 15 Mile Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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West 15 Mile Road
19
Continue on North Bingham Avenue
1.6 mi
·
3 min
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North Bingham Avenue
20
Turn right onto West Main Street
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
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West Main Street
21
Continue on North Cleveland Drive
3.6 mi
·
8 min
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North Cleveland Drive
22
Continue on West 13 Mile Road
5.1 mi
·
12 min
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West 13 Mile Road
23
Turn right onto North Dickinson Avenue
135 ft
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4 sec
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North Dickinson Avenue
24
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given the 3-hour and 54-minute duration and the turn-heavy nature of this 245.5-mile drive, planning your departure time can help you avoid the busiest local traffic. Consider leaving mid-morning or early afternoon for a smoother experience. With only one recommended stop, you have plenty of flexibility to push through or take a break as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially since the estimated cost is $37 for the full trip. A practical tip for this route: familiarize yourself with the main roads like Union Street, Military Street, and Griswold Street beforehand to anticipate turns.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 122.8 miles from Port Huron, MI, or about 1h 57m into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 122.8 miles or 1h 57m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Troy, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Port Huron, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Port Huron, MI
This is one driving day of about 245.5 miles and 3h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Port Huron, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 122.8 mi from Port Huron, MI · 1h 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
123 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 122.8 miles from Port Huron, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Troy, MI
The final approach into Troy, MI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Troy, MI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$38.38 one way
$76.76 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
86 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $42.14 | $84.28 |
| premium | $4.89 | $47.24 | $94.49 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $54.20 | $108.41 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$38
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$63–$88
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 85.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 73.6 | 0 | $25.78 | $11.78 |
| Efficient EV | 61.4 | 0 | $21.48 | $9.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 98.2 | 1 | $34.37 | $15.71 |
Gas CO2
86 kg
EV CO2
29 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Troy, MI
Night in Troy on Tuesday
Local time
9:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 54m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Port Huron, MI to Troy, MI covers 245.5 miles and takes about 3h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Union Street, Military Street, Griswold Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 122.8 miles from Port Huron, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $38.38 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a straightforward 3h 54m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Port Huron, MI to Troy, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Port Huron, MI to Troy, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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