How far is Birch Run, MI from Troy, MI?
The driving distance from Birch Run, MI to Troy, MI is about 155.6 miles (250.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 116.6 miles (187.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 10m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 35m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Birch Run and Troy.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Birch Run and Troy.
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Start on Maple Road
100 m · 10 sec · Maple Road
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Turn left onto Main Street
1.6 km · 3 min · Main Street
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Take the ramp sharp left toward I 75 North, US 23
1167 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
26.4 mi · 28 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 10 West: Midland
1046 ft · 36 sec
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Continue straight
11.3 mi · 11 min
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Keep slight right to continue on US 10: Clare
38 mi · 38 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 10 WEST, TO M 115: Ludington, Cadillac
56.8 mi · 1 hr 15 min
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Keep slight left to continue on East Washington
718 ft · 19 sec · East Washington
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Turn left onto South M 37
1330 ft · 38 sec · South M 37
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Continue on Michigan Avenue
3229 ft · 1 min · Michigan Avenue
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Continue on South M 37
5.2 mi · 7 min · South M 37
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Continue on North Woodbridge Avenue
3 mi · 4 min · North Woodbridge Avenue
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Turn right onto West 15 Mile Road
2862 ft · 1 min · West 15 Mile Road
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Continue on North Bingham Avenue
1.6 mi · 4 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 Birch Run and Troy.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
US 10 WEST
Take the exit slight right toward US 10 WEST, TO M 115: Ludington, Cadillac
56.8 mi · 01h 15m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Birch Run and Mostly Sunny near Troy.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Birch Run to Troy?
The road trip is about 155.6 miles (250.4 km) and usually takes 02h 35m 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?
Dover is a useful midpoint, sitting about 77 miles from Birch Run and 78.6 miles from Troy.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 116.6 miles (187.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 39 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 1:20 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.70 one way or $41.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Birch Run and Mostly Sunny near Troy.
Stop Ideas Near Dover
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 Dover.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Birch Run and Troy. Straight-line distance: 116.59 mi (187.63 km).
#1 Birch Run
Village in Michigan, United States
| Population | 1,469 |
| Coordinates | 43.2508600, -83.7941300 |
| Altitude | 193 |
| 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: 250 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 13m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 56m |
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 | $3.77 | $20.70 | $41.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $23.35 | $46.70 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $25.55 | $51.10 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $29.12 | $58.24 |
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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