How far is Troy, MI from Alma, MI?
The driving distance from Troy, MI to Alma, MI is about 94.5 miles (152.1 km), with a travel time of about 02h 22m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.6 miles (116.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 45m 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 22m.
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Halfway Point
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Village in Michigan, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Troy and Alma.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Troy and Alma.
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Start on North Dickinson Avenue
41 m · 9 sec · North Dickinson Avenue
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Turn left onto West 13 Mile Road
5.1 mi · 12 min · West 13 Mile Road
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Continue on Cleveland Drive West
3.6 mi · 9 min · Cleveland Drive West
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Continue on West Main Street
1368 ft · 43 sec · West Main Street
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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 14 Mile Road
4.9 mi · 9 min · West 14 Mile Road
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Turn right onto North Walnut Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · North Walnut Avenue
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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 19 Mile Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · 19 Mile Road
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Take the ramp right
2576 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
21.7 mi · 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward M 46
3066 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto Edgar Road
2 mi · 3 min · Edgar Road
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Continue on Howard City Edmore Road
21 mi · 29 min · Howard City Edmore Road
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Continue on Howard City-Edmore Road
960 ft · 20 sec · Howard City-Edmore Road
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Continue on West Main Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · West Main Street
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Continue on Howard City Edmore Road Northeast
9.1 mi · 12 min · Howard City Edmore Road Northeast
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Continue on Northwest Monroe Road
2394 ft · 37 sec · Northwest Monroe Road
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Continue on West Monroe Road
8.5 mi · 12 min · West Monroe Road
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Turn right onto North Alger Road
1.2 km · 1 min · North Alger Road
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Continue on Wright Avenue
1.3 mi · 3 min · Wright Avenue
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Turn left onto West Superior Street
1880 ft · 56 sec · West Superior Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Superior Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Troy and Alma.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
19 Mile Road
Merge slight left
21.7 mi · 00h 22m
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 leaving Troy and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Alma.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Troy to Alma?
The road trip is about 94.5 miles (152.1 km) and usually takes 02h 22m 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?
Morley is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.2 miles from Troy and 47.3 miles from Alma.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.6 miles (116.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.9 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 1:44 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.56 one way or $25.11 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Troy and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Alma.
Stop Ideas Near Morley
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Troy and Alma. Straight-line distance: 72.57 mi (116.79 km).
#1 Troy
The most populous city in Oakland County, Michigan.
| Population | 83,589 |
| Coordinates | 43.7430700, -86.0192300 |
| Altitude | 251 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Alma
City in Michigan, USA
| Population | 8,807 |
| Coordinates | 43.3789200, -84.6597300 |
| Altitude | 224 |
| Country | United States |
End: Alma (-84.65973, 43.37892)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 152 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 21m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 10m |
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 | $12.56 | $25.11 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.16 | $28.32 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $15.50 | $31.00 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $17.66 | $35.32 |
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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