How far is Croton, MI from Troy, MI?
The driving distance from Croton, MI to Troy, MI is about 39 miles (62.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 27.7 miles (44.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 42m 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 51m.
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
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Township in Newaygo County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Croton and Troy.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Croton and Troy.
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Start on Croton Hardy Drive
1762 ft · 45 sec · Croton Hardy Drive
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Continue on Croton Drive
2.1 mi · 3 min · Croton Drive
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Turn right onto Oak Avenue
3 mi · 4 min · Oak Avenue
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East 40th Street
3.6 mi · 5 min · East 40th Street
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Turn right onto South Evergreen Drive
4.6 mi · 6 min · South Evergreen Drive
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Continue on South Charles Street
1.5 km · 2 min · South Charles Street
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Continue on North Evergreen Drive
2672 ft · 47 sec · North Evergreen Drive
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Turn left onto East 1 Mile Road
9.5 mi · 13 min · East 1 Mile Road
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Turn right onto North Stone Road
1.2 km · 60 sec · North Stone Road
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Continue on Jefferson Street
1.6 km · 1 min · Jefferson Street
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Turn right onto North Green Avenue
2.2 mi · 3 min · North Green Avenue
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Turn left onto 4 Mile Road
1.6 km · 2 min · 4 Mile Road
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Turn right onto North Comstock Avenue
7.1 mi · 17 min · North Comstock Avenue
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Turn left onto West 11 Mile Road
1.4 km · 2 min · West 11 Mile Road
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Continue on North Dickinson Avenue
2.1 mi · 5 min · 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 Croton 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 1 Mile Road
Turn left onto East 1 Mile Road
9.46 mi · 00h 13m
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.
Sunny leaving Croton and Sunny near Troy.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Croton to Troy?
The road trip is about 39 miles (62.8 km) and usually takes 00h 51m 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?
Aetna is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.8 miles from Croton and 19.3 miles from Troy.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 27.7 miles (44.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.3 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 4:48 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.20 one way or $10.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Croton and Sunny near Troy.
Stop Ideas Near Aetna
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 Aetna.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Croton and Troy. Straight-line distance: 27.63 mi (44.46 km).
#1 Croton
Township in Newaygo County, Michigan
| Population | 3,309 |
| Coordinates | 43.4389100, -85.6608800 |
| Altitude | 225 |
| 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: 63 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 29m |
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 | $5.20 | $10.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.87 | $11.74 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $6.42 | $12.85 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $7.32 | $14.64 |
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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