Origin
Troy, MI
Late night in Troy on Saturday
Local time
1:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Troy, MI to Alma, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 22m
Distance
94.5 mi
152 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 13m
★
6 AM
2h 23m
8 AM
2h 42m
10 AM
2h 30m
12 PM
2h 28m
3 PM
2h 31m
5 PM
2h 41m
8 PM
2h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Troy, MI
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Alma, MI
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Trip Overview
The drive from Troy, MI to Alma, MI covers 94.5 miles and takes about 2h 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 131, Howard City Edmore Road, East 13 Mile Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 21.7 miles on US 131. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.77 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
47.3 miles from Troy, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 22m. Total distance: 94.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (23%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 22m drive with frequent turns across 94.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 131 is the longest continuous segment at about 21.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West 13 Mile Road.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Troy, MI to Alma, MI is easy. At 2h 22m with 23% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West 13 Mile Road): Navigation decision point; at 8.9 miles (North Bingham Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 9.6 miles (West 14 Mile Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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West 13 Mile Road
Turn left onto West 13 Mile Road
Navigation decision point
4
8.9 mi into trip
|
~21m in
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North Bingham Avenue
Turn left onto North Bingham Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
9.6 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
West 14 Mile Road
Turn right onto West 14 Mile Road
Navigation decision point
4
14.5 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
B 96 / North Walnut Avenue
Turn right onto B 96 / North Walnut Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
26.8 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Troy, MI to Alma, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 46 along the way.
M 46
49 mi in
|
~1h 17m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 131 | 21.7 mi | 21m |
| Howard City Edmore Road | 21 mi | 29m |
| East 13 Mile Road | 9.9 mi | 17m |
| Howard City Edmore Road Northeast | 9.1 mi | 12m |
| West Monroe Road | 8.5 mi | 11m |
| West 13 Mile Road | 5.1 mi | 12m |
| West 14 Mile Road | 4.9 mi | 9m |
| Cleveland Drive West | 3.6 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
US 131
— 21.7 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Troy, MI and Alma, MI.
1
Start on North Dickinson Avenue
133 ft
·
9 sec
·
North Dickinson Avenue
2
Turn left onto West 13 Mile Road
5.1 mi
·
12 min
·
West 13 Mile Road
3
Continue on Cleveland Drive West
3.6 mi
·
8 min
·
Cleveland Drive West
4
Continue on West Main Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
West Main Street
5
Turn left onto North Bingham Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Bingham Avenue
6
Turn right onto West 14 Mile Road
4.9 mi
·
9 min
·
West 14 Mile Road
7
Turn right onto B 96
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Walnut Avenue
8
Continue on B 96
9.9 mi
·
17 min
·
East 13 Mile Road
9
Continue on B 96
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
19 Mile Road
10
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
11
Merge onto US 131
22 mi
·
21 min
·
US 131
12
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward M 46
13
Turn left onto M 46
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Edgar Road
14
Continue on M 46
21 mi
·
29 min
·
Howard City Edmore Road
15
Continue on M 46
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Howard City-Edmore Road
16
Continue on M 46
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
17
Continue on M 46
9.1 mi
·
12 min
·
Howard City Edmore Road Northeast
18
Continue on M 46
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
·
Northwest Monroe Road
19
Continue on M 46
8.5 mi
·
11 min
·
West Monroe Road
20
Turn right onto US 127 BUS
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Alger Road
21
Continue on US 127 BUS
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Wright Avenue
22
Turn left onto US 127 BUS
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
West Superior Street
23
Arrive at destination
US 127 BUS
Trip Plan
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 47.3 miles from Troy, MI, or about 1h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.7 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 21 miles or 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 47.3 miles or 1h 15m 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 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alma, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Troy, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Troy, MI
This is one driving day of about 94.5 miles and 2h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Troy, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 131 for about 21.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 47.3 mi from Troy, MI · 1h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 47.3 miles from Troy, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Alma, MI
The final approach into Alma, 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 Alma, 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
$14.77 one way
$29.55 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
33 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $16.22 | $32.44 |
| premium | $4.89 | $18.19 | $36.37 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.86 | $41.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28.3 | 0 | $9.92 | $4.54 |
| Efficient EV | 23.6 | 0 | $8.27 | $3.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.8 | 0 | $13.23 | $6.05 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Alma, MI
Late night in Alma on Saturday
Local time
1:42 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°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
16 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
2h 22m 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 Troy, MI to Alma, MI covers 94.5 miles and takes about 2h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 131, Howard City Edmore Road, East 13 Mile Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 47.3 miles from Troy, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.77 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Troy, MI to Alma, MI is easy. At 2h 22m with 23% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West 13 Mile Road): Navigation decision point; at 8.9 miles (North Bingham Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 9.6 miles (West 14 Mile Road): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Troy, MI to Alma, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 46 along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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