How far is Big Rapids, MI from Troy, MI?
The driving distance from Big Rapids, MI to Troy, MI is about 36.7 miles (59.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 54m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.9 miles (43.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 48m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 54m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Big Rapids and Troy.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Big Rapids and Troy.
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Start on the route
5 m · 2 sec
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Turn right
34 m · 13 sec
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Turn left onto Maple Street
39 m · 8 sec · Maple Street
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Turn right onto North State Street
1.7 mi · 3 min · North State Street
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Continue on Northland Drive
1.8 mi · 3 min · Northland Drive
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Turn left onto 19 Mile Road
3 mi · 5 min · 19 Mile Road
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Continue on East 13 Mile Road
9.9 mi · 17 min · East 13 Mile Road
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Continue on North Walnut Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · North Walnut Avenue
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Turn left onto East 14 Mile Road
4.9 mi · 9 min · East 14 Mile Road
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Turn left onto North Bingham Avenue
1 km · 2 min · North Bingham Avenue
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Turn right onto West Main Street
1368 ft · 38 sec · West Main Street
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Continue on North Cleveland Drive
3.6 mi · 9 min · North Cleveland Drive
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Continue on West 13 Mile Road
5.1 mi · 12 min · West 13 Mile Road
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Turn right onto North Dickinson Avenue
41 m · 4 sec · North Dickinson Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Dickinson Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Big Rapids and Troy.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
East 13 Mile Road
Continue on East 13 Mile Road
9.93 mi · 00h 17m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Rain Showers leaving Big Rapids and Rain Showers near Troy.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Big Rapids to Troy?
The road trip is about 36.7 miles (59.1 km) and usually takes 00h 54m 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?
Lilley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.9 miles from Big Rapids and 20.8 miles from Troy.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.9 miles (43.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.8 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 4:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.97 one way or $11.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Big Rapids and Rain Showers near Troy.
Stop Ideas Near Lilley
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lilley.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Big Rapids and Troy. Straight-line distance: 26.92 mi (43.33 km).
#1 Big Rapids
City in the U.
| Population | 10,408 |
| Coordinates | 43.6980800, -85.4836600 |
| Altitude | 284 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Troy
The most populous city in Oakland County, Michigan.
| Population | 83,589 |
| Coordinates | 43.7430700, -86.0192300 |
| Altitude | 251 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Dickinson Avenue (-86.019074, 43.743068)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 59 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 27m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.59 | $5.97 | $11.94 |
| Mid-grade | $5.25 | $6.82 | $13.64 |
| Premium | $5.85 | $7.60 | $15.20 |
| Diesel | $6.48 | $8.42 | $16.85 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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