Origin
Troy, MI
Evening in Troy on Sunday
Local time
5:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Troy, MI to Boyne City, MI
Drive Time
3h 17m
Distance
144 mi
232 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$22
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 5m
★
6 AM
3h 17m
8 AM
3h 41m
10 AM
3h 26m
12 PM
3h 23m
3 PM
3h 27m
5 PM
3h 40m
8 PM
3h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Troy, MI
Yaroslav Shuraev
Boyne City, MI
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a getaway from Troy to Boyne City, expect a straightforward journey covering 144 miles. You should allocate about 3 hours and 17 minutes of drive time, making this a very feasible one-day trip. Budget roughly $22 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Michigan destinations. Because the route is relatively short, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless you prefer a slower pace. The trip moves entirely within the Midwest, keeping you firmly in the familiar landscape of the state. It is a practical, efficient route for travelers looking to get from the suburbs to the northern part of the state without an overly taxing 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
72 miles from Troy, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 41m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive is primarily highway-focused, with about 67% of your time spent on high-speed roads like US 131. You will find yourself navigating long stretches of pavement, including a significant 64.4-mile uninterrupted segment on US 131. The route transitions from suburban transit into more open highway driving as you head north. Because the path relies heavily on major thoroughfares, the pace remains consistent rather than technical. Expect a steady, predictable experience behind the wheel that prioritizes getting you to your destination efficiently rather than winding through backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 29 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 64.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 131 and South US 131 Highway. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West 13 Mile Road.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 3h 17m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 36.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~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
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~21m in
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North Bingham Avenue
Turn left onto North Bingham Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
36.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward US 131 North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward US 131 North
5
143.9 mi into trip
|
~3h 16m in
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C-56 / State Street
Turn left onto C-56 / State Street
Navigation decision point
5
144 mi into trip
|
~3h 17m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 131 | 64.4 mi | 1h 12m |
| South US 131 Highway | 19.7 mi | 26m |
| East Washington | 16.5 mi | 22m |
| US 131 Northwest | 8.7 mi | 11m |
| South M 37 | 5.4 mi | 7m |
| West 13 Mile Road | 5.1 mi | 12m |
| Mill Street | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| US 131 South | 4.2 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
US 131
— 64.4 mi, about 1h 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Troy, MI and Boyne City, 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
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
North Bingham Avenue
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
7
Continue on West 15 Mile Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West 15 Mile Road
8
Turn left onto M 37
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
North Woodbridge Avenue
9
Continue on M 37
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
South M 37
10
Continue on M 37
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Michigan Avenue
11
Continue on M 37
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
South M 37
12
Turn right onto US 10
17 mi
·
22 min
·
East Washington
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Toward US 131 North
14
Merge onto US 131
51 mi
·
54 min
·
US 131
15
Enter roundabout onto US 131
91 ft
·
5 sec
·
US 131
16
Continue on US 131
13 mi
·
18 min
·
US 131
17
Continue on US 131; M 72; M 66
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
South Cedar Street
18
Continue on US 131; M 66
8.7 mi
·
11 min
·
US 131 Northwest
19
Continue on US 131; M 66
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
South US 131 Highway
20
Continue on US 131; M 66
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Front Street
21
Continue on US 131; M 66
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
South Williams Street
22
Continue on US 131; M 66
17 mi
·
23 min
·
South US 131 Highway
23
Continue on US 131
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
US 131 South
24
Turn left onto M 75
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Mill Street
25
Continue on M 75
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Boyne Avenue
26
Turn right onto M 75
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
South East Street
27
Turn left onto C-56
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
State Street
28
Turn right
207 ft
·
15 sec
29
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 144-mile journey, try to time your departure to avoid heavy traffic patterns common on major Michigan highways. Since the route only requires one stop, plan to stretch your legs once the drive feels long; the 64.4-mile stretch on US 131 is a good window to evaluate your fuel level and energy. Keep your $22 fuel budget in mind, but remember to fill up before hitting the longer highway segments to avoid premium prices at smaller stations. The flexibility of this short drive means you can easily adjust your departure time based on your personal preferences. Always double-check your route map as you transition from US 131 onto East Washington to ensure a smooth arrival in Boyne City.
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 72 miles from Troy, MI, or about 1h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 64.4 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 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72 miles or 1h 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 41m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Boyne City, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Troy, 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 Troy, MI
This is one driving day of about 144 miles and 3h 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Troy, 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 131 for about 64.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 72 mi from Troy, MI · 1h 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
72 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 72 miles from Troy, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 131 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 64.4 miles.
Arriving in Boyne City, MI
The final approach into Boyne City, 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 Boyne City, 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
$21.87 one way
$43.74 round trip
$3.86/gal
25.4 MPG avg
50 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.25 | $24.11 | $48.22 |
| premium | $4.80 | $27.18 | $54.37 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $31.99 | $63.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.2 | 0 | $15.12 | $6.91 |
| Efficient EV | 36 | 0 | $12.60 | $5.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 57.6 | 0 | $20.16 | $9.22 |
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (66% 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
Boyne City, MI
Evening in Boyne City on Sunday
Local time
5:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°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
4 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 17m 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 Boyne City, MI covers 144 miles and takes about 3h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 131, South US 131 Highway, East Washington. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 72 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 $21.87 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 17m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 36.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
The route from Troy, MI to Boyne City, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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