How far is Troy, MI from Columbus, MI?
The driving distance from Troy, MI to Columbus, MI is about 232.3 miles (373.8 km), with a travel time of about 04h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 178.9 miles (287.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 04h 46m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
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.
City in Michigan, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Troy and Columbus.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Troy and Columbus.
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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
1.6 mi · 4 min · North Bingham Avenue
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Keep slight right
615 ft · 17 sec
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Continue on West 15 Mile Road
2246 ft · 1 min · West 15 Mile Road
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Turn left onto North Woodbridge Avenue
3 mi · 4 min · North Woodbridge Avenue
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Continue on South M 37
5.2 mi · 7 min · 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
1330 ft · 40 sec · South M 37
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Turn right onto East Washington
59.9 mi · 1 hr 19 min · East Washington
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Take the exit slight left toward US 10 EAST: Midland, Bay City
46.1 mi · 46 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Saginaw
2040 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left
36.3 mi · 39 min
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Keep slight right to continue on UAW Freeway
10.3 mi · 11 min · UAW Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 69: Port Huron, Lansing
1332 ft · 33 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Port Huron
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
51.4 mi · 52 min · Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Wales Center Road
2545 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto Wales Center Road
5.5 mi · 13 min · Wales Center Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Rattle Run Road
1.2 km · 2 min · Rattle Run Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Rattle Run Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Troy and Columbus.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
East Washington
Turn right onto East Washington
59.9 mi · 01h 19m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Troy and Mostly Sunny near Columbus.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Troy to Columbus?
The road trip is about 232.3 miles (373.8 km) and usually takes 04h 46m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Auburn is a useful midpoint, sitting about 115.9 miles from Troy and 116.3 miles from Columbus.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 178.9 miles (287.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 53.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:28 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.92 one way or $61.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 72.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers around Troy and Mostly Sunny near Columbus.
Stop Ideas Near Auburn
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Old City Hall
Bay City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Auburn.
Bay City, MI
Saginaw, MI
Owosso, MI
Flint station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Troy and Columbus. Straight-line distance: 178.92 mi (287.94 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 Columbus
Township in St.
| Population | 4,038 |
| Coordinates | 42.8822500, -82.6624200 |
| Altitude | 205 |
| Country | United States |
End: Columbus (-82.66242, 42.88225)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 374 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 07h 44m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 53m |
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 | $30.92 | $61.84 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $34.87 | $69.75 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $38.16 | $76.33 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $43.49 | $86.99 |
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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