Origin
Troy, MI
Morning in Troy on Saturday
Local time
11:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Troy, MI to Plymouth, MI
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 20m
Distance
208.1 mi
335 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 7m
★
6 AM
4h 21m
8 AM
4h 47m
10 AM
4h 30m
12 PM
4h 27m
3 PM
4h 31m
5 PM
4h 46m
8 PM
4h 13m
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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Plymouth, MI
Ajdin Coric
Trip Overview
The drive from Troy, MI to Plymouth, MI covers 208.1 miles and takes about 4h 20m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on West 11 Mile Road, Comstock Avenue, 4 Mile Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $32.53 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
104.1 miles from Troy, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 10m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 20m. Total distance: 208.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 4h 20m drive with frequent turns across 208.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 33 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
West 11 Mile Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
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 4h 20m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Troy, MI to Plymouth, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| West 11 Mile Road | — | — |
| Comstock Avenue | — | — |
| 4 Mile Road | — | — |
| North Green Avenue | — | — |
| Jefferson Street | — | — |
| North Stone Road | — | — |
| West Main Street | — | — |
| South Stewart Avenue | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
West 11 Mile Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Troy, MI and Plymouth, MI.
1
Start on North Dickinson Avenue
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
North Dickinson Avenue
2
Continue on West 11 Mile Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West 11 Mile Road
3
Turn right onto Comstock Avenue
7.1 mi
·
17 min
·
Comstock Avenue
4
Turn left onto 4 Mile Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
4 Mile Road
5
Turn right onto North Green Avenue
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
North Green Avenue
6
Turn left onto Jefferson Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Jefferson Street
7
Continue on North Stone Road
7.7 mi
·
11 min
·
North Stone Road
8
Turn left onto West Main Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Main Street
9
Turn right onto South Stewart Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Stewart Avenue
10
Continue on South Warner Avenue
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
South Warner Avenue
11
Continue on South Warner Avenue
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
South Warner Avenue
12
Continue on West 118th Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West 118th Street
13
Continue on Luce Avenue
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Luce Avenue
14
Continue on West 128th Street
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
·
West 128th Street
15
Turn right onto Alger Avenue
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Alger Avenue
16
Continue on Squires Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Squires Road
17
Turn left onto Bailey Road
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Bailey Road
18
Turn right onto North Newaygo Road
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
North Newaygo Road
19
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Apple Avenue
164 ft
·
2 sec
·
Apple Avenue
20
Exit the roundabout onto Apple Avenue
13 mi
·
17 min
·
Apple Avenue
21
Continue on Alpine Avenue Northwest
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Alpine Avenue Northwest
22
Take the exit left
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
23
Merge slight right
66 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
24
Keep slight left to continue on I 96 East: Detroit
67 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
I 96 East: Detroit
25
Take the exit slight right toward I 96, I 275, M 5 North: Detroit, Toledo
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
·
I 96, I 275, M 5 North: Detroit, Toledo
26
Keep slight left
0.5 mi
·
30 sec
27
Continue straight
6.5 mi
·
6 min
28
Take the exit slight right toward M 14: Ann Arbor
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
M 14: Ann Arbor
29
Merge slight left
1.7 mi
·
1 min
30
Take the exit slight right toward Sheldon Road
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
Sheldon Road
31
Turn left onto North Sheldon Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Sheldon Road
32
Turn left onto Penniman Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Penniman Avenue
33
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 104.1 miles from Troy, MI, or about 2h 10m 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 46 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 104.1 miles or 2h 10m 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 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Plymouth, 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 208.1 miles and 4h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 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 104.1 mi from Troy, MI · 2h 10m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
104 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
Arriving in Plymouth, MI
The final approach into Plymouth, 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 Plymouth, 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
$32.53 one way
$65.07 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
73 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $35.72 | $71.44 |
| premium | $4.89 | $40.05 | $80.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $45.95 | $91.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 62.4 | 0 | $21.85 | $9.99 |
| Efficient EV | 52 | 0 | $18.21 | $8.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 83.2 | 1 | $29.13 | $13.32 |
Gas CO2
73 kg
EV CO2
24 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
Plymouth, MI
Morning in Plymouth on Saturday
Local time
11:49 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°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
7 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 20m 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 Troy, MI to Plymouth, MI covers 208.1 miles and takes about 4h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are West 11 Mile Road, Comstock Avenue, 4 Mile Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 104.1 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 $32.53 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 straightforward 4h 20m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Troy, MI to Plymouth, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Troy, MI to Plymouth, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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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