How far is Alamo, MI from Troy, MI?

The driving distance from Alamo, MI to Troy, MI is about 118.8 miles (191.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 06m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 95.8 miles (154.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 12m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
118.79 mi
02h 06m
Flight
95.8 mi
154.18 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
95.8 mi
Kilometers
154.18 km
Flight Time
00h 11m

Driving Distance

Road route
118.79 mi
Kilometers
191.17 km
Drive Time
02h 06m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 06m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Troy
Thu, Apr 30, 2:02 PM EDT
Return by in Alamo
Thu, Apr 30, 4:08 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Alamo
2026-04-30T11:56
Arrive Troy
Thu, Apr 30, 2:02 PM EDT
Route Timing
02h 06m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:06 AM to 12:06 PM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:18 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Alamo
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Sparta
MI

Village in Kent County, Michigan

From Alamo
55.9 mi
01h 03m
To Troy
62.9 mi
01h 03m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
53°F
Thursday

Areas Of Frost then Slight Chance Rain Showers

Starts
Thu, Apr 30 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 13 mph NW
Destination
50°F
Thursday

Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 30 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 12 mph NW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Alamo and Troy.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Alamo and Troy.

  1. 1

    Start on North 6th Street

    24 m · 7 sec · North 6th Street

  2. 2

    Turn left onto West D Avenue

    2.8 mi · 4 min · West D Avenue

  3. 3

    Take the ramp left toward US 131 North, M 43 East: Grand Rapids

    1846 ft · 45 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    44.1 mi · 48 min

  5. 5

    Take the exit slight left toward I 96, M 37: Muskegon, Lansing

    2409 ft · 35 sec

  6. 6

    Keep slight left to continue on I 96: Muskegon

    1550 ft · 22 sec

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on M 37 North: Alpine Avenue Northwest, Newaygo

    1693 ft · 44 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left onto Alpine Avenue Northwest

    5.2 mi · 8 min · Alpine Avenue Northwest

  9. 9

    Turn straight onto M-37

    12.8 mi · 18 min · M-37

  10. 10

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Newaygo Road

    4 m · 1 sec · Newaygo Road

  11. 11

    Exit the roundabout onto Newaygo Road

    3.2 mi · 5 min · Newaygo Road

  12. 12

    Turn left onto Bailey Road

    4.9 mi · 7 min · Bailey Road

  13. 13

    Turn right onto Squires Road

    1.5 km · 1 min · Squires Road

  14. 14

    Continue on Alger Avenue

    2 mi · 3 min · Alger Avenue

  15. 15

    Turn left onto West 128th Street

    2443 ft · 38 sec · West 128th Street

  16. 16

    Turn straight onto Luce Avenue

    1.2 mi · 2 min · Luce Avenue

  17. 17

    Continue on West 118th Street

    1.5 km · 1 min · West 118th Street

  18. 18

    Turn straight onto Warner Avenue

    5.9 mi · 8 min · Warner Avenue

  19. 19

    At the end of the road, turn left onto South Warner Avenue

    2.3 mi · 3 min · South Warner Avenue

  20. 20

    Continue on South Stewart Avenue

    3134 ft · 1 min · South Stewart Avenue

  21. 21

    Turn left onto East Main Street

    1.6 km · 3 min · East Main Street

  22. 22

    Turn right onto North Stone Road

    7.7 mi · 11 min · North Stone Road

  23. 23

    Continue on Jefferson Street

    1.6 km · 1 min · Jefferson Street

  24. 24

    Turn right onto North Green Avenue

    2.2 mi · 3 min · North Green Avenue

  25. 25

    Turn left onto 4 Mile Road

    1.6 km · 2 min · 4 Mile Road

  26. 26

    Turn right onto North Comstock Avenue

    7.1 mi · 17 min · North Comstock Avenue

  27. 27

    Turn left onto West 11 Mile Road

    1.4 km · 2 min · West 11 Mile Road

  28. 28

    Continue on North Dickinson Avenue

    2.1 mi · 5 min · North Dickinson Avenue

  29. 29

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · North Dickinson Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Alamo and Troy.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
29 steps
16 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
2 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
24.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US 131 North
44.5 mi · 37%
M-37
12.8 mi · 11%
North Stone Road
7.72 mi · 6%
North Comstock Avenue
7.11 mi · 6%
Warner Avenue
5.93 mi · 5%
Alpine Avenue Northwest
5.24 mi · 4%
Longest Stretch

US 131 North

Merge slight left

44.1 mi · 00h 48m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
02h 06m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 12m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+23 mi
95.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Sparta
01h 03m from Alamo
Leave By
2:18 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Areas Of Frost then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Alamo and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Troy.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Alamo to Troy?

The road trip is about 118.8 miles (191.2 km) and usually takes 02h 06m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Sparta is a useful midpoint, sitting about 55.9 miles from Alamo and 62.9 miles from Troy.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 95.8 miles (154.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 23 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:18 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.80 one way or $31.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Areas Of Frost then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Alamo and Widespread Frost then Mostly Sunny near Troy.

Stop Ideas Near Sparta

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Sparta and the surrounding midpoint area.
Former City Hall Site
Scenic stop 11 mi away

Former City Hall Site

Grand Rapids , MI
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Rating 5.0/5 1 reviews Historical landmark
Grand Rapids City Hall
Meeting point 10.8 mi away

Grand Rapids City Hall

Grand Rapids , MI
300 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Rating 4.0/5 17 reviews City Hall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Sparta.

BUS

Rockford, Michigan

13 mi away
US 131 & 10 Mile Road NE
RAIL

Vernon J. Ehlers Station

23 mi away
431 Wealthy St. SW
BUS

Howard City, Michigan

33 mi away
130 North Ensley St.
RAIL

Holland station

52 mi away
171 Lincoln Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Alamo and Troy. Straight-line distance: 95.8 mi (154.18 km).

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#1 Alamo

Township in Kalamazoo County, Michigan

Population3,970
Coordinates42.3753100, -85.7077900
Altitude238
CountryUnited States
Troy

#2 Troy

The most populous city in Oakland County, Michigan.

Population83,589
Coordinates43.7430700, -86.0192300
Altitude251
CountryUnited States
Start: North 6th Street (-85.707864, 42.375308)
End: North Dickinson Avenue (-86.019074, 43.743068)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 191 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 57m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 58m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 22m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 58m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 41m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 28m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.19 gal
15.87 L · about $15.80
Round trip
$31.60
8.38 gal · 31.74 L
Estimated CO2
37.2 kg one way
Round trip: 74.5 kg / 164 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $15.80 $31.60
Mid-grade $4.25 $17.82 $35.64
Premium $4.65 $19.50 $39.00
Diesel $5.30 $22.22 $44.45

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Michigan · Apr 30, 2026

There is no time difference between Alamo and Troy. The current time is 11:56:08.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.