How far is Muskegon, MI from Troy, MI?
The driving distance from Muskegon, MI to Troy, MI is about 44.4 miles (71.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37 miles (59.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 50m 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
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 55m.
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.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Muskegon and Troy.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Muskegon and Troy.
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Start on West Apple Avenue
72 m · 14 sec · West Apple Avenue
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Continue on West Apple Avenue
68 m · 9 sec · West Apple Avenue
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Turn right onto West Muskegon Avenue
1726 ft · 39 sec · West Muskegon Avenue
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Take the ramp straight toward Moses J Jones Parkway
4.7 mi · 6 min · Moses J Jones Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward M 120: Fermont
2306 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto Holton Road
13.8 mi · 19 min · Holton Road
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Continue on North Maple Island Road
6.9 mi · 9 min · North Maple Island Road
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Continue on Maple Island Avenue
2.5 mi · 3 min · Maple Island Avenue
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Continue on Division Street
2852 ft · 1 min · Division Street
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Turn right onto East South Avenue
1322 ft · 30 sec · East South Avenue
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Continue on South Street
1365 ft · 24 sec · South Street
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Continue on West 1 Mile Road
2639 ft · 46 sec · West 1 Mile Road
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Turn left onto North Dickinson Avenue
3 mi · 4 min · North Dickinson Avenue
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Turn right onto 4 Mile Road
1.6 km · 2 min · 4 Mile Road
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Turn left 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 Muskegon 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.
Holton Road
Turn right onto Holton Road
13.8 mi · 00h 19m
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 Muskegon and Sunny near Troy.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Muskegon to Troy?
The road trip is about 44.4 miles (71.5 km) and usually takes 00h 55m 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?
Holton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.1 miles from Muskegon and 22.3 miles from Troy.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37 miles (59.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.4 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 4:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.72 one way or $15.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Muskegon and Sunny near Troy.
Stop Ideas Near Holton
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 Holton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Muskegon and Troy. Straight-line distance: 36.99 mi (59.53 km).
#1 Muskegon
City in Michigan, United States
| Population | 36,462 |
| Coordinates | 43.2341800, -86.2483900 |
| Altitude | 188 |
| 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: 72 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
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 | $4.92 | $7.72 | $15.43 |
| Mid-grade | $5.50 | $8.64 | $17.27 |
| Premium | $6.11 | $9.59 | $19.18 |
| Diesel | $6.81 | $10.70 | $21.39 |
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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