Origin
Port Sheldon, MI
Late night in Port Sheldon on Friday
Local time
4:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 43m
Distance
67.3 mi
108 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Port Sheldon, MI
fish socks
Troy, MI
Wikimedia Commons
This 67.3-mile journey from Port Sheldon, MI, to Troy, MI, will take approximately 1 hour and 43 minutes. Designed as a single-day trip, it covers a modest distance with a projected fuel cost of around $11. The route primarily utilizes local roads, suggesting a more intimate and potentially slower pace compared to highway driving. As both your origin and destination are within the Midwest region, you'll remain in familiar territory throughout this drive. Expect a straightforward trip that doesn't require an overnight stay, making it an efficient option for getting between these two Michigan locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
33.7 miles from Port Sheldon, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 43m. Total distance: 67.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
This is a turn-heavy local drive with a 0% highway share, meaning you'll be navigating surface streets for the entire 67.3 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 17.1 miles along South Beacon Boulevard. As you progress, the character of the drive will shift as you transition from roads like South Beacon Boulevard to Holton Road and then North Comstock Avenue. Be prepared for frequent turns and adjustments as you move through various local areas. This route offers a ground-level perspective of the communities you pass through, without the speed of highway travel.
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. The trickiest moment comes around 7.7 miles in near US 31 / West Olive Road.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 43m drive. You will face about 13 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.7 miles (US 31 / West Olive Road): Navigation decision point; at 7.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 28.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto US 31 / West Olive Road
Navigation decision point
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Take the exit toward M 120: Fermont
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn right onto M 120 / Holton Road
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto M 20 / East South Avenue
Navigation decision point
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Port Sheldon, MI to Troy, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 120: Fermont along the way.
M 120: Fermont
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Beacon Boulevard | 17.1 mi | 20m |
| Holton Road | 13.8 mi | 19m |
| North Comstock Avenue | 7.1 mi | 17m |
| North Maple Island Road | 6.9 mi | 9m |
| North Dickinson Avenue | 5.1 mi | 9m |
| 168th Avenue | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| West Olive Road | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Maple Island Avenue | 2.5 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Port Sheldon, MI and Troy, MI.
Start on Lakeshore Drive
Turn right onto Croswell Street
Turn left onto Hiawatha Drive
Turn slight right onto 168th Avenue
Turn right onto Lincoln Street
Turn right onto US 31
Take the exit
Turn left onto US 31
Continue on US 31
Take the exit
Turn right onto M 120
Continue on M 120
Continue on M 120
Continue on Division Street
Turn right onto M 20
Continue on M 20
Continue on M 20
Turn left onto North Dickinson Avenue
Turn right onto 4 Mile Road
Turn left onto North Comstock Avenue
Turn left onto West 11 Mile Road
Continue on North Dickinson Avenue
Arrive at destination
Given the relatively short duration of about 1 hour and 43 minutes, you have a lot of flexibility with this trip. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid peak rush hour traffic in the Detroit metropolitan area, especially as you approach Troy. There are no specific stops recommended, so you can easily manage your own breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially since the estimated cost is $11 and there's no highway driving where you might find more frequent gas stations. A good tip is to ensure your gas tank is full before departing Port Sheldon to maximize your comfort on this entirely local road route.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
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 15 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.7 miles or 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Troy, MI than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Port Sheldon, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Port Sheldon, MI
This is one driving day of about 67.3 miles and 1h 43m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.7 mi from Port Sheldon, MI · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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.
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 33.7 miles from Port Sheldon, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$10.52 one way
$21.04 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $11.55 | $23.10 |
| premium | $4.89 | $12.95 | $25.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.86 | $29.72 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.2 | 0 | $7.07 | $3.23 |
| Efficient EV | 16.8 | 0 | $5.89 | $2.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.9 | 0 | $9.42 | $4.31 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Port Sheldon on Friday
Local time
4:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Troy on Friday
Local time
4:29 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore more options from Port Sheldon, MI or browse trips ending in Troy, MI.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse MI road trips.