How far is Troy, MI from Ludington, MI?
The driving distance from Troy, MI to Ludington, MI is about 38.2 miles (61.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 26.1 miles (42 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 24m 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 12m.
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.
Township in Oceana County, Michigan, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Troy and Ludington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Troy and Ludington.
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Start on North Dickinson Avenue
41 m · 6 sec · North Dickinson Avenue
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Turn right onto West 13 Mile Road
1 mi · 2 min · West 13 Mile Road
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Continue on East Jackson Road
2 mi · 5 min · East Jackson Road
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Turn right onto North 192nd Avenue
1.9 mi · 5 min · North 192nd Avenue
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Turn slight left
94 m · 9 sec
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Continue on East Madison Road
8.2 mi · 20 min · East Madison Road
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Turn left onto 126th Avenue
1.6 km · 2 min · 126th Avenue
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Turn right onto East Monroe Road
6.9 mi · 16 min · East Monroe Road
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Take the ramp right
2183 ft · 53 sec
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Merge slight left
11.1 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 31 Business: Ludington
2596 ft · 1 min
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Turn left onto South Pere Marquette Highway
3.2 mi · 5 min · South Pere Marquette Highway
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West US Highway 10
3046 ft · 1 min · West US Highway 10
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Continue on East Ludington Avenue
1.3 mi · 3 min · East Ludington Avenue
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Turn left
34 m · 7 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Troy and Ludington.
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.
East Monroe Road
Merge slight left
11.1 mi · 00h 11m
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.
Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny leaving Troy and Chance Rain Showers near Ludington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Troy to Ludington?
The road trip is about 38.2 miles (61.5 km) and usually takes 01h 12m 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?
Weare is a useful midpoint, sitting about 19.1 miles from Troy and 19.1 miles from Ludington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 26.1 miles (42 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.1 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 4:06 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.13 one way or $12.27 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 12 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Partly Sunny around Troy and Chance Rain Showers near Ludington.
Stop Ideas Near Weare
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 Weare.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Troy and Ludington. Straight-line distance: 26.1 mi (42 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 Ludington
City in Mason County, Michigan, United States
| Population | 8,096 |
| Coordinates | 43.9552800, -86.4525800 |
| Altitude | 180 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ludington (-86.45258, 43.95528)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 62 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 28m |
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 | $4.54 | $6.13 | $12.27 |
| Mid-grade | $5.11 | $6.90 | $13.80 |
| Premium | $5.71 | $7.71 | $15.43 |
| Diesel | $6.34 | $8.56 | $17.12 |
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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