How far is Troy, MI from Sparta, MI?
The driving distance from Troy, MI to Sparta, MI is about 53.7 miles (86.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 28m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 43.1 miles (69.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 57m 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 28m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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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 Sparta.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Troy and Sparta.
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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 left onto 4 Mile Road
1.6 km · 2 min · 4 Mile Road
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Turn right onto North Green Avenue
2.2 mi · 3 min · North Green Avenue
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Turn left onto Jefferson Street
1.6 km · 1 min · Jefferson Street
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Continue on North Stone Road
7.7 mi · 11 min · North Stone Road
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Turn left onto West Main Street
1.6 km · 3 min · West Main Street
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Turn right onto South Stewart Avenue
3134 ft · 1 min · South Stewart Avenue
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Continue on South Warner Avenue
2.3 mi · 3 min · South Warner Avenue
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Continue on South Warner Avenue
5.9 mi · 8 min · South Warner Avenue
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Continue on West 118th Street
1.5 km · 1 min · West 118th Street
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Continue on Luce Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · Luce Avenue
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Continue on West 128th Street
2443 ft · 40 sec · West 128th Street
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Turn right onto Alger Avenue
2 mi · 3 min · Alger Avenue
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Continue on Squires Road
1.5 km · 1 min · Squires Road
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Turn left onto Bailey Road
4.9 mi · 7 min · Bailey Road
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Turn right onto North Newaygo Road
3.2 mi · 4 min · North Newaygo Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Apple Avenue
50 m · 2 sec · Apple Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto Apple Avenue
5.7 mi · 8 min · Apple Avenue
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Turn left onto 15 Mile Road Northwest
2528 ft · 41 sec · 15 Mile Road Northwest
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Turn right onto Sparta Avenue Northwest
1.4 mi · 2 min · Sparta Avenue Northwest
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Continue on North State Street
2947 ft · 1 min · North State Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North State Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Troy and Sparta.
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.
North Stone Road
Continue on North Stone Road
7.72 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.
Rain Showers leaving Troy and Rain Showers Likely then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sparta.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Troy to Sparta?
The road trip is about 53.7 miles (86.4 km) and usually takes 01h 28m 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?
Fremont is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.8 miles from Troy and 26.8 miles from Sparta.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 43.1 miles (69.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.6 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 3:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.13 one way or $14.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Troy and Rain Showers Likely then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Sparta.
Stop Ideas Near Fremont
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 Fremont.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Troy and Sparta. Straight-line distance: 43.11 mi (69.38 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 Sparta
Village in Kent County, Michigan
| Population | 5,321 |
| Coordinates | 43.1608600, -85.7100400 |
| Altitude | 231 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sparta (-85.71004, 43.16086)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 86 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 20m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 40m |
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 | $7.13 | $14.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $8.04 | $16.08 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $8.80 | $17.59 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $10.02 | $20.05 |
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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