How far is Troy, MI from Muskegon Heights, MI?
The driving distance from Troy, MI to Muskegon Heights, MI is about 47.2 miles (75.9 km), with a travel time of about 01h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 39 miles (62.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 35m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 17m.
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.
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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 Muskegon Heights.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Troy and Muskegon Heights.
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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
1.4 km · 2 min · West 11 Mile Road
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Turn right onto Comstock Avenue
7.1 mi · 17 min · Comstock Avenue
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Turn right onto 4 Mile Road
1.6 km · 2 min · 4 Mile Road
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Turn left onto North Dickinson Avenue
3 mi · 4 min · North Dickinson Avenue
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Turn right onto West 1 Mile Road
2639 ft · 41 sec · West 1 Mile Road
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Continue on South Street
1365 ft · 24 sec · South Street
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Continue on South Avenue
1322 ft · 37 sec · South Avenue
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Turn left onto South Division Street
2852 ft · 1 min · South Division Street
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Continue on North Maple Island Avenue
2.5 mi · 3 min · North Maple Island Avenue
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Continue on Maple Island Road
6.9 mi · 9 min · Maple Island Road
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Continue on Holton Road
13.9 mi · 20 min · Holton Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward US 31 South: Grand Haven
1424 ft · 49 sec
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Merge slight left
2.2 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left
3.7 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward CR B72: Sherman Boulevard, Muskegon Heights
1619 ft · 43 sec
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Turn right onto East Sherman Boulevard
1.4 km · 2 min · East Sherman Boulevard
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Turn left onto South Getty Street
1228 ft · 33 sec · South Getty Street
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Turn right onto East Broadway Avenue
1.1 km · 2 min · East Broadway Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Broadway Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Troy and Muskegon Heights.
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.
Holton Road
Continue on Holton Road
13.9 mi · 00h 20m
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 leaving Troy and Chance Rain Showers near Muskegon Heights.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Troy to Muskegon Heights?
The road trip is about 47.2 miles (75.9 km) and usually takes 01h 17m 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?
Holton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.5 miles from Troy and 23.6 miles from Muskegon Heights.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 39 miles (62.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.2 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:54 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.77 one way or $13.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Troy and Chance Rain Showers near Muskegon Heights.
Stop Ideas Near Holton
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 Holton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Troy and Muskegon Heights. Straight-line distance: 39.03 mi (62.82 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 Muskegon Heights
City in Muskegon County in the U.
| Population | 10,688 |
| Coordinates | 43.2011300, -86.2389500 |
| Altitude | 191 |
| Country | United States |
End: Muskegon Heights (-86.23895, 43.20113)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 76 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 34m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
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 | $4.08 | $6.77 | $13.54 |
| Mid-grade | $4.76 | $7.90 | $15.81 |
| Premium | $5.35 | $8.89 | $17.77 |
| Diesel | $6.47 | $10.74 | $21.49 |
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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