How far is Skidway Lake, MI from Troy, MI?
The driving distance from Skidway Lake, MI to Troy, MI is about 135.2 miles (217.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 103.3 miles (166.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 04m 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 02h 32m.
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.
Township in Roscommon County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Skidway Lake and Troy.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Skidway Lake and Troy.
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Start on East Greenwood Road
11.8 mi · 21 min · East Greenwood Road
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Turn left onto M-30
17.7 mi · 24 min · M-30
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Turn right onto M-61
5.2 mi · 7 min · M-61
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Continue on East Cedar Avenue
1.8 mi · 3 min · East Cedar Avenue
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Continue on M-61
5.1 mi · 8 min · M-61
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Continue on East Gladwin Road
8.1 mi · 12 min · East Gladwin Road
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Continue on North Clare Avenue
2933 ft · 54 sec · North Clare Avenue
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Take the ramp left
7.5 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 10: Ludington
2778 ft · 34 sec
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Merge slight left
55.5 mi · 1 hr 14 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 Skidway Lake and Troy.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
US 10
Merge slight left
55.5 mi · 01h 14m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Skidway Lake and Showers And Thunderstorms near Troy.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Skidway Lake to Troy?
The road trip is about 135.2 miles (217.6 km) and usually takes 02h 32m 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?
Lake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 66.9 miles from Skidway Lake and 68.4 miles from Troy.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 103.3 miles (166.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 31.9 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 1:26 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.99 one way or $35.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Skidway Lake and Showers And Thunderstorms near Troy.
Stop Ideas Near Lake
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Skidway Lake and Troy. Straight-line distance: 103.25 mi (166.16 km).
#1 Skidway Lake
Unincorporated community in Michigan
| Population | 3,392 |
| Coordinates | 44.1833500, -84.0352700 |
| Altitude | 243 |
| 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: 218 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 55m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 41m |
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 | $17.99 | $35.98 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $20.29 | $40.57 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $22.20 | $44.40 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $25.30 | $50.60 |
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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