Origin
Rochester Hills, MI
Morning in Rochester Hills on Wednesday
Local time
8:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rochester Hills, MI to Troy, MI
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
4h 25m
Distance
216.3 mi
348 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$34
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 12m
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6 AM
4h 25m
8 AM
4h 52m
10 AM
4h 35m
12 PM
4h 32m
3 PM
4h 36m
5 PM
4h 51m
8 PM
4h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rochester Hills, MI
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Troy, MI
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Trip Overview
This 216.3-mile drive from Rochester Hills to Troy, MI, is a straightforward, highway-focused journey designed for a single day. Expect to spend about 4 hours and 25 minutes on the road, primarily utilizing US 10 and I 75. With 88% of the route on highways, this trip offers a smooth and efficient transit through the Midwest region of Michigan. The estimated fuel cost is around $34, making it an economical option for a quick getaway. Given its manageable duration and focus on major roads, this route is perfectly suited as a day trip, allowing for flexibility without the need for an overnight stop.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
108.2 miles from Rochester Hills, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 58m into the drive .
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Drive Character
You'll find this drive to be predominantly highway-focused, with 88% of the mileage on major roads like US 10 and I 75. This means you'll experience long stretches of consistent speed, including one uninterrupted segment of 106.1 miles on US 10. The character of the drive is largely defined by efficient travel, minimizing stops and maximizing forward progress. While not a scenic byway, the highway infrastructure ensures a predictable and easy-to-navigate experience for most of the 4-hour-plus journey.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 10 is the longest continuous segment at about 106.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 10 and I 75. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Downhill Lane.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 216.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Downhill Lane): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (South Livernois Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (West Hamlin Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Downhill Lane
At end of road, turn right onto Downhill Lane
Navigation decision point
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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South Livernois Road
Turn left onto South Livernois Road
Navigation decision point
5
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
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West Hamlin Road
Enter roundabout onto West Hamlin Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
2 mi into trip
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~4m in
Take the ramp toward M 59 West: Pontiac
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward M 59 West: Pontiac
7
5.2 mi into trip
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~8m in
Take the exit toward I 75 North: Flint
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 40B
Toward I 75 North: Flint
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Rochester Hills, MI and Troy, MI, road signs point toward To M 115: Ludington and Cadillac.
To M 115: Ludington
139.3 mi in
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~2h 29m
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via US 10
Cadillac
139.3 mi in
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~2h 29m
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via US 10
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 10 | 106.1 mi | 2h 4m |
| I 75 | 84.1 mi | 1h 30m |
| South M 37 | 5.4 mi | 7m |
| West 13 Mile Road | 5.1 mi | 12m |
| North Cleveland Drive | 3.6 mi | 8m |
| North Woodbridge Avenue | 3 mi | 4m |
| M 59 | 2.6 mi | 2m |
| North Bingham Avenue | 1.6 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
US 10
— 106.1 mi, about 2h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rochester Hills, MI and Troy, MI.
1
Start on Dickson Lane
0.2 mi
·
53 sec
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Dickson Lane
2
At end of road, turn right onto Downhill Lane
378 ft
·
18 sec
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Downhill Lane
3
Turn right onto Dressler Lane
196 ft
·
14 sec
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Dressler Lane
4
Turn left onto South Livernois Road
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
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South Livernois Road
5
Enter roundabout onto West Hamlin Road
17 ft
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0 sec
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West Hamlin Road
6
Continue on West Hamlin Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
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West Hamlin Road
7
Turn left onto Crooks Road
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
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Crooks Road
8
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward M 59 West: Pontiac
Use the right lane.
9
Merge onto M 59
2.6 mi
·
2 min
·
M 59
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 40B
Toward I 75 North: Flint
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 75
33 mi
·
35 min
·
I 75
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
51 mi
·
54 min
·
I 75
Toward I 75: Saginaw
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 162B
Toward US 10 West: Midland
14
Continue on US 10
11 mi
·
11 min
·
US 10
15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 10
38 mi
·
38 min
·
US 10
Toward US 10: Clare
16
Take the exit onto US 10
57 mi
·
1 hr 15 min
·
US 10
Toward US 10 WEST, TO M 115: Ludington, Cadillac
17
Keep slight left at fork onto US 10
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
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East Washington
18
Turn left onto M 37
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
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South M 37
19
Continue on M 37
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Michigan Avenue
20
Continue on M 37
5.2 mi
·
7 min
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South M 37
21
Continue on M 37
3.0 mi
·
4 min
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North Woodbridge Avenue
22
Turn right onto West 15 Mile Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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West 15 Mile Road
23
Continue on North Bingham Avenue
1.6 mi
·
3 min
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North Bingham Avenue
24
Turn right onto West Main Street
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
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West Main Street
25
Continue on North Cleveland Drive
3.6 mi
·
8 min
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North Cleveland Drive
26
Continue on West 13 Mile Road
5.1 mi
·
12 min
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West 13 Mile Road
27
Turn right onto North Dickinson Avenue
133 ft
·
3 sec
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North Dickinson Avenue
28
Arrive at destination
North Dickinson Avenue
Trip Plan
For this 216.3-mile trip, consider an early morning departure from Rochester Hills to maximize your time in Troy and avoid potential midday traffic, especially on I 75. With a duration of 4 hours and 25 minutes, you'll want to plan for one fuel or rest stop. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, particularly before embarking on the longest stretch of 106.1 miles on US 10, as services can be more spread out on highways. The $34 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always factor in a little extra for unexpected detours or a longer-than-planned break.
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 108.2 miles from Rochester Hills, MI, or about 1h 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 106.1 miles.
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 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 108.2 miles or 1h 58m 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 20m
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 Rochester Hills, 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 Rochester Hills, MI
This is one driving day of about 216.3 miles and 4h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Rochester Hills, 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.
The longest stretch is on US 10 for about 106.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 108.2 mi from Rochester Hills, MI · 1h 58m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
108 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 108.2 miles from Rochester Hills, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 10 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 106.1 miles.
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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$33.82 one way
$67.63 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
76 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $37.13 | $74.26 |
| premium | $4.89 | $41.62 | $83.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $47.76 | $95.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 75.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $23 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 64.9 | 0 | $22.71 | $10.38 |
| Efficient EV | 54.1 | 0 | $18.93 | $8.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 86.5 | 1 | $30.28 | $13.84 |
Gas CO2
76 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (67% 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
Morning in Troy on Wednesday
Local time
8:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
14 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 25m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Rochester Hills, MI to Troy, MI covers 216.3 miles and takes about 4h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 10, I 75, South M 37. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 108.2 miles from Rochester Hills, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $33.82 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 216.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Downhill Lane): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (South Livernois Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (West Hamlin Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Between Rochester Hills, MI and Troy, MI, road signs point toward To M 115: Ludington and Cadillac.
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