Origin
Troy, MI
Evening in Troy on Wednesday
Local time
7:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Troy, MI to Freeland, MI
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
2h 41m
Distance
121.9 mi
196 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 31m
★
6 AM
2h 42m
8 AM
3h 3m
10 AM
2h 49m
12 PM
2h 47m
3 PM
2h 50m
5 PM
3h 2m
8 PM
2h 35m
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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Freeland, MI
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Troy to Freeland, expect a journey covering 121.9 miles that takes approximately 2 hours and 41 minutes. Because this is a turn-heavy local drive rather than a straight interstate shot, it is best suited as a comfortable one-day excursion. You should budget about $18 for fuel to complete the trip. Navigating through the Midwest, you will transition from the suburban feel of Troy to the more rural landscape of Freeland. Since the drive is under three hours, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. It is a straightforward route that prioritizes local roads over major highways.
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
61 miles from Troy, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
Forget the monotony of the interstate; this route is defined by its turn-heavy, local nature. With a 0% highway share, you will spend the entire 121.9 miles navigating surface streets like West 13 Mile Road, Cleveland Drive West, and West Main Street. Because there are no long highway stretches, you will need to stay alert for frequent turns and intersections. The road demands your full attention, providing a hands-on driving experience that differs significantly from high-speed travel. Expect a consistent pace as you weave through the local landscape rather than cruising on an open expressway.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West 13 Mile Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,168 ft
620 ft
Total Climb
459 ft
Total Descent
664 ft
Highest Point
1,168 ft
~34.8 mi in
Elevation Range
548 ft
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Troy, MI to Freeland, MI is easy. At 2h 41m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Troy, MI to Freeland, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 13 Mile Road | — | — |
| Cleveland Drive West | — | — |
| West Main Street | — | — |
| North Bingham Avenue | — | — |
| West 15 Mile Road | — | — |
| North Woodbridge Avenue | — | — |
| South M 37 | — | — |
| Michigan Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West 13 Mile Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Troy, MI and Freeland, MI.
1
Start on North Dickinson Avenue
135 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
·
43 sec
·
West Main Street
5
Turn left onto North Bingham Avenue
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
North Bingham Avenue
6
Keep slight right
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 North Woodbridge Avenue
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
North Woodbridge Avenue
9
Continue on South M 37
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
South M 37
10
Continue on Michigan Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Michigan Avenue
11
Continue on South M 37
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
South M 37
12
Turn right onto East Washington
60 mi
·
1 hr 18 min
·
East Washington
13
Take the exit slight left toward US 10 EAST: Midland, Bay City
36 mi
·
36 min
·
US 10 EAST: Midland, Bay City
14
Take the exit slight right toward Freeland, Saginaw, M 47
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Freeland, Saginaw, M 47
15
Merge slight left
5.0 mi
·
5 min
16
Turn left onto East Washington Road
69 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Washington Road
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since your journey involves a series of local roads, plan to depart during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on residential and main street arteries. You only need to build in one primary stop to break up the 2-hour and 41-minute duration, allowing for a quick refresh before reaching Freeland. Keep a close eye on your navigation system, as the lack of long highway stretches means you will be making regular turns throughout the entire 121.9 miles. Because fuel costs are estimated at a modest $18, you have plenty of flexibility to adjust your itinerary without worrying about a major impact on your travel budget. Prioritize steady driving over speed to manage the frequent transitions between local roads effectively.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 61 miles from Troy, MI, or about 1h 20m 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 27 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 61 miles or 1h 20m 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 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Freeland, 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 121.9 miles and 2h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 27 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 61 mi from Troy, MI · 1h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
61 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 27 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 61 miles from Troy, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Freeland, MI
The final approach into Freeland, 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 Freeland, 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
$19.06 one way
$38.12 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
43 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $20.92 | $41.85 |
| premium | $4.89 | $23.46 | $46.92 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $26.91 | $53.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 36.6 | 0 | $12.80 | $5.85 |
| Efficient EV | 30.5 | 0 | $10.67 | $4.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 48.8 | 0 | $17.07 | $7.80 |
Gas CO2
43 kg
EV CO2
14 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
Freeland, MI
Evening in Freeland on Wednesday
Local time
7:55 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
17 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 41m 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 Freeland, MI covers 121.9 miles and takes about 2h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West 13 Mile Road, Cleveland Drive West, West Main Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 61 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 $19.06 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Troy, MI to Freeland, MI is easy. At 2h 41m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Troy, MI to Freeland, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Troy, MI to Freeland, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 620 ft to 1,168 ft elevation with about 459 ft of total climbing.
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