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Trip from Troy, MI to Westwood, MI

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

2h 43m

Distance

115.8 mi

186 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$18

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min
4 AM
2h 33m ★
6 AM
2h 44m
8 AM
3h 5m
10 AM
2h 51m
12 PM
2h 49m
3 PM
2h 52m
5 PM
3h 4m
8 PM
2h 37m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Troy, MI, MI

Troy, MI

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Downtown Westwood, MI, MI

Westwood, MI

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Trip Overview

The drive from Troy, MI to Westwood, MI covers 115.8 miles and takes about 2h 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US 131, Apple Avenue, South Warner Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 44.1 miles on US 131. At current regular gas prices, budget about $18.10 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.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

57.9 miles from Troy, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 33m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 43m. Total distance: 115.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (38%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Mixed drive route profile.

Drive Character

The drive from Troy, MI to Westwood, MI covers 115.8 miles and takes about 2h 43m, using a mix of highways and local roads.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 33 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 44.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 21 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in near Comstock Avenue.

Driving Effort 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 115.8 miles you will encounter 21 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (Comstock Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 63.6 miles (M 37): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 21 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4
3 mi into trip | ~7m in | Comstock Avenue

Turn right onto Comstock Avenue

Navigation decision point

7
63.6 mi into trip | ~1h 42m in | M 37

Take the exit onto M 37 toward I 96 East, M 37: Lansing

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 96 East, M 37: Lansing
5
64 mi into trip | ~1h 43m in

Take the exit toward US 131 South: Kalamazoo

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Exit 31A Toward US 131 South: Kalamazoo
5
64.9 mi into trip | ~1h 44m in | US 131

Merge onto US 131

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
115.7 mi into trip | ~2h 43m in | Cherokee Street

Turn left onto Cherokee Street

Navigation decision point

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Troy, MI and Westwood, MI, road signs point toward M 37: Lansing and Alamo.

M 37: Lansing

63.6 mi in | ~1h 42m | via M 37

Alamo

108.9 mi in | ~2h 31m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 131 44.1 mi 47m
Apple Avenue 12.8 mi 17m
South Warner Avenue 8.2 mi 11m
North Stone Road 7.7 mi 11m
Comstock Avenue 7.1 mi 17m
Alpine Avenue Northwest 5.3 mi 7m
Bailey Road 4.9 mi 6m
North Newaygo Road 3.2 mi 4m
Longest stretch: US 131 — 44.1 mi, about 47m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Troy, MI and Westwood, 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 M 82

1.0 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
9

Turn right onto M 82

0.6 mi · 1 min · South Stewart Avenue
10

Continue on M 82

2.3 mi · 3 min · South Warner Avenue
11

Continue on B-35

5.9 mi · 8 min · South Warner Avenue
12

Continue on B-35

0.9 mi · 1 min · West 118th Street
13

Continue on B-35

1.2 mi · 1 min · Luce Avenue
14

Continue on B-35

0.5 mi · 39 sec · West 128th Street
15

Turn right onto B-35

2.0 mi · 2 min · Alger Avenue
16

Continue on B-35

0.9 mi · 1 min · Squires Road
17

Turn left onto Bailey Road

4.9 mi · 6 min · Bailey Road
18

Turn right onto M 37

3.2 mi · 4 min · North Newaygo Road
19

Enter roundabout onto M 37; M 46

165 ft · 1 sec · Apple Avenue
20

Continue on M 37; M 46

13 mi · 17 min · Apple Avenue
Use the straight lane.
21

Continue on M 37

5.3 mi · 7 min · Alpine Avenue Northwest
22

Take the exit onto M 37

0.4 mi · 42 sec · M 37
Toward I 96 East, M 37: Lansing Use the slight right lane.
23

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min
Exit 31A Toward US 131 South: Kalamazoo
24

Merge onto US 131

44 mi · 47 min · US 131
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 57 sec
Toward Alamo
26

Turn left onto West D Avenue

0.5 mi · 43 sec · West D Avenue
27

Turn right onto North 12th Street

2.5 mi · 3 min · North 12th Street
28

Turn left onto Ravine Road

2.4 mi · 3 min · Ravine Road
29

Turn right onto Nichols Road

0.8 mi · 1 min · Nichols Road
30

Turn right onto Croyden Avenue

195 ft · 10 sec · Croyden Avenue
31

Continue on Croyden Avenue

0.2 mi · 59 sec · Croyden Avenue
32

Turn left onto Cherokee Street

60 ft · 2 sec · Cherokee Street
33

Arrive at destination

Cherokee Street

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 57.9 miles from Troy, MI, or about 1h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 44.1 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 25 miles or 48m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 57.9 miles or 1h 33m 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 16m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Westwood, 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 115.8 miles and 2h 43m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 25 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 44.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 57.9 mi from Troy, MI · 1h 33m into the drive

city in and seat of Kent County, Michigan, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Grand Rapids, MI

58 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.

Popular next leg

Grand Rapids, MI to Westwood, MI

47.7 mi · 57m

Pacing Suggestions

Fremont, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Sparta, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 57.9 miles from Troy, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Westwood, MI

The final approach into Westwood, 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 Westwood, 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

$18.10 one way

$36.21 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 41 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.36 $19.88 $39.75
premium $4.89 $22.28 $44.57
diesel $5.61 $25.57 $51.13

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$18

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$43–$68

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 40.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 34.7 0 $12.16 $5.56
Efficient EV 29 0 $10.13 $4.63
EV Truck/SUV 46.3 0 $16.21 $7.41

Gas CO2

41 kg

EV CO2

14 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Troy, MI

Evening in Troy on Thursday

Local time

7:01 PM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Westwood, MI

Evening in Westwood on Thursday

Local time

7:01 PM

EDT

Current temp

45°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

54°F

Grand Rapids, MI

58 mi in

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 43m 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 Westwood, MI covers 115.8 miles and takes about 2h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 131, Apple Avenue, South Warner Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 57.9 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 $18.10 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 115.8 miles you will encounter 21 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (Comstock Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 63.6 miles (M 37): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Between Troy, MI and Westwood, MI, road signs point toward M 37: Lansing and Alamo.

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