How far is Troy, MI from Croton, MI?
The driving distance from Troy, MI to Croton, MI is about 39 miles (62.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 27.7 miles (44.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 15m 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 01h 07m.
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
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Troy and Croton.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Troy and Croton.
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Start on North Dickinson Avenue
2.1 mi · 5 min · North Dickinson Avenue
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Continue on West 11 Mile Road
10 mi · 24 min · West 11 Mile Road
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At the end of the road, turn right onto North Woodbridge Road
7.8 mi · 11 min · North Woodbridge Road
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Continue on West Jackson Street
4.6 mi · 6 min · West Jackson Street
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Continue on North Charles Street
1.5 km · 2 min · North Charles Street
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Continue on South Evergreen Drive
4.6 mi · 6 min · South Evergreen Drive
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Turn left onto East 40th Street
3.6 mi · 5 min · East 40th Street
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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 Croton Drive
2.1 mi · 3 min · Croton Drive
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Continue on Croton Hardy Drive
1762 ft · 45 sec · Croton Hardy Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Croton Hardy Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Troy and Croton.
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.
West 11 Mile Road
Continue on West 11 Mile Road
9.99 mi · 00h 24m
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 Troy and Sunny near Croton.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Troy to Croton?
The road trip is about 39 miles (62.8 km) and usually takes 01h 07m 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?
White Cloud is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.5 miles from Troy and 19.5 miles from Croton.
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 4:14 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 Troy and Sunny near Croton.
Stop Ideas Near White Cloud
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 White Cloud.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Troy and Croton. Straight-line distance: 27.63 mi (44.46 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 Croton
Township in Newaygo County, Michigan
| Population | 3,309 |
| Coordinates | 43.4389100, -85.6608800 |
| Altitude | 225 |
| Country | United States |
End: Croton (-85.66088, 43.43891)
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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