How far is Troy, MI from Thomas, MI?
The driving distance from Troy, MI to Thomas, MI is about 203 miles (326.7 km), with a travel time of about 04h 12m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 149.3 miles (240.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 08h 24m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EST.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 04h 12m.
An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Midland County, Michigan, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Chance Rain Showers
Chance Light Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Troy and Thomas.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Troy and Thomas.
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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
17.8 mi · 19 min · Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward M 24: Lapeer, Pontiac
1823 ft · 48 sec
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Turn right onto South Lapeer Road
10.3 mi · 14 min · South Lapeer Road
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Turn sharp left onto Thomas Road
1196 ft · 27 sec · Thomas Road
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Turn right onto First Street
1014 ft · 34 sec · First Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · First Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Troy and Thomas.
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Troy and Chance Light Rain near Thomas.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Troy to Thomas?
The road trip is about 203 miles (326.7 km) and usually takes 04h 12m 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?
Sanford is a useful midpoint, sitting about 101.3 miles from Troy and 101.7 miles from Thomas.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 149.3 miles (240.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 53.7 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:36 AM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.19 one way or $58.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 63.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Troy and Chance Light Rain near Thomas.
Stop Ideas Near Sanford
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 Sanford.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Troy and Thomas. Straight-line distance: 149.28 mi (240.25 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 Thomas
Township in Monroe County, Michigan
| Population | 11,419 |
| Coordinates | 42.8794700, -83.2971600 |
| Altitude | 330 |
| Country | United States |
End: Thomas (-83.29716, 42.87947)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 327 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 05h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 04h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 31m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.08 | $29.19 | $58.38 |
| Mid-grade | $4.76 | $34.09 | $68.18 |
| Premium | $5.35 | $38.33 | $76.65 |
| Diesel | $6.47 | $46.34 | $92.68 |
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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