Origin
Troy, MI
Morning in Troy on Thursday
Local time
11:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Troy, MI to Pierson, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 29m
Distance
58.8 mi
95 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 23m
★
6 AM
1h 30m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 33m
3 PM
1h 35m
5 PM
1h 43m
8 PM
1h 25m
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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Pierson, MI
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Trip Overview
This 58.8-mile drive from Troy, MI to Pierson, MI is a straightforward trip through the Midwest, easily manageable as a day trip with its estimated 1 hour and 29-minute duration. You'll primarily navigate on US 131, East 13 Mile Road, and West 13 Mile Road, with about 48% of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $9, making it an economical option for a short excursion. Given its manageable length and duration, no overnight stays are necessary, offering flexibility in your travel plans.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 29m. Total distance: 58.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (48%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this route, blending highway cruising with local road navigation. With 48% of the drive on highways, you'll experience some faster-paced sections, including a longest stretch of 28.1 miles on US 131. The remainder of the journey will involve more local roads, likely offering a different pace and feel as you transition between them. This variety means you won't be stuck on a monotonous interstate for the entire trip.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 17 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 28.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West 13 Mile Road.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 29m drive. You will face about 11 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 9.6 miles (West 14 Mile Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 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
|
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
5
58.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
|
3rd Street
Turn right onto 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 131 | 28.1 mi | 28m |
| East 13 Mile Road | 9.9 mi | 17m |
| West 13 Mile Road | 5.1 mi | 12m |
| West 14 Mile Road | 4.9 mi | 9m |
| Cleveland Drive West | 3.6 mi | 8m |
| Cannonsville Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| 19 Mile Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| 4th Street | 1.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
US 131
— 28.1 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Troy, MI and Pierson, 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
28 mi
·
28 min
·
US 131
12
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward Pierson
13
Turn left onto Cannonsville Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Cannonsville Road
14
Turn right onto CR 599
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
4th Street
15
Turn right onto Grand Street
349 ft
·
20 sec
·
Grand Street
16
Turn right onto 3rd Street
148 ft
·
6 sec
·
3rd Street
17
Arrive at destination
3rd Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.4 mi from Troy, MI · 57m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.4 miles from Troy, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Pierson, MI
The final approach into Pierson, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.19 one way
$18.39 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $10.09 | $20.19 |
| premium | $4.89 | $11.32 | $22.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.98 | $25.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.17 | $2.82 |
| Efficient EV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.15 | $2.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.5 | 0 | $8.23 | $3.76 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Pierson, MI
Morning in Pierson on Thursday
Local time
11:46 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 29m 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 Pierson, MI covers 58.8 miles and takes about 1h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 131, East 13 Mile Road, West 13 Mile Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.4 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 $9.19 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 29m drive. You will face about 11 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 9.6 miles (West 14 Mile Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Troy, MI to Pierson, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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