Redford, MI to Troy, MI is 212.4 miles and takes about 4h 24m via I 96 and M-37, with a fuel budget near $33 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest region, specifically within Michigan. The profile is a mix of highway and surface roads, suggesting you'll experience both faster travel and more local cruising. With a recommended one-day drive, this route is a straightforward connection between two points, perfect for a quick visit or transit.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
106.2 miles from Redford, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 55m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 96
115.1 mi
2h 3m
Disabled American Veterans Memorial Highway
25.6 mi
27m
M-37
12.8 mi
17m
North Stone Road
7.7 mi
10m
North Comstock Avenue
7.1 mi
17m
Jeffries Freeway
6.4 mi
6m
Warner Avenue
5.9 mi
8m
Alpine Avenue Northwest
5.1 mi
7m
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 115.1 mi, about 2h 3m
Traffic on I-96
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 70 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,231 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,857
Quietest
2 AM
~147 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
15.2×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Redford, MI and Troy, MI.
1
Start on Centralia Avenue
446 ft·22 sec·Centralia Avenue
2
Turn right onto Schoolcraft Road
0.1 mi·19 sec·Schoolcraft Road
3
Continue on Schoolcraft Road
0.2 mi·30 sec·Schoolcraft Road
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·35 sec
Toward I 96 West
5
Merge onto I 96
6.4 mi·6 min·Jeffries Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.9 mi·1 min
Toward I 96 West, I 275 North: Flint, LansingUse the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto I 275; I 96
26 mi·27 min·Disabled American Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
55 mi·58 min·I 96
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
54 mi·57 min·I 96
Toward I 96 West: Grand RapidsUse the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 96; M 37
6.6 mi·7 min·I 96; M 37
Toward I 96 West, M 37 North: MuskegonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit onto M 37
0.4 mi·51 sec·M 37
Exit 30BToward M 37 North: NewaygoUse the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto M 37
5.1 mi·7 min·Alpine Avenue Northwest
13
Turn straight onto M 37
13 mi·17 min·M-37
Use the left / straight lanes.
14
Enter roundabout onto M 37
12 ft·0 sec·Newaygo Road
15
Continue on M 37
3.2 mi·4 min·Newaygo Road
16
Turn left onto Bailey Road
4.9 mi·6 min·Bailey Road
17
Turn right onto B-35
0.9 mi·1 min·Squires Road
18
Continue on B-35
2.0 mi·2 min·Alger Avenue
19
Turn left onto B-35
0.5 mi·37 sec·West 128th Street
20
Turn straight onto B-35
1.2 mi·1 min·Luce Avenue
21
Continue on B-35
0.9 mi·1 min·West 118th Street
22
Turn straight onto B-35
5.9 mi·8 min·Warner Avenue
23
At end of road, turn left onto M 82
2.3 mi·3 min·South Warner Avenue
24
Continue on M 82
0.6 mi·1 min·South Stewart Avenue
25
Turn left onto M 82
1.0 mi·2 min·East Main Street
26
Turn right onto North Stone Road
7.7 mi·10 min·North Stone Road
27
Continue on Jefferson Street
1.0 mi·1 min·Jefferson Street
28
Turn right onto North Green Avenue
2.2 mi·3 min·North Green Avenue
29
Turn left onto 4 Mile Road
1.0 mi·2 min·4 Mile Road
30
Turn right onto North Comstock Avenue
7.1 mi·17 min·North Comstock Avenue
31
Turn left onto West 11 Mile Road
0.9 mi·2 min·West 11 Mile Road
32
Continue on North Dickinson Avenue
2.1 mi·5 min·North Dickinson Avenue
33
Arrive at destination
North Dickinson Avenue
Trip Plan
For this one-day trip, consider an early morning departure from Redford to maximize daylight and avoid potential traffic. The route has one recommended stop, so plan for a break around the halfway point or when you transition from the main highway sections. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $33, and refueling options might be more spaced out on the surface road portions. The 115.1-mile stretch on I 96 is a significant portion of highway, so ensure you're comfortable with sustained driving before embarking.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 106.2 miles from Redford, MI, or about 1h 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 115.1 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 47 miles or 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 106.2 miles or 1h 55m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Troy, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Redford, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Redford, MI
This is one driving day of about 212.4 miles and 4h 24m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Redford, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 96 for about 115.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 23
5 decision points cluster between mile 7 and 148.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
7 mi into trip|~8m in
Take the exit toward I 96 West, I 275 North: Flint, Lansing
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 96 West, I 275 North: Flint, Lansing
6
33.5 mi into trip|~37m in|I 96
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
88.3 mi into trip|~1h 36m in|I 96
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96 toward I 96 West: Grand Rapids
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 96 West: Grand Rapids
8
142 mi into trip|~2h 34m in|I 96; M 37
Keep slight right at fork onto I 96; M 37 toward I 96 West, M 37 North: Muskegon
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 96 West, M 37 North: Muskegon
7
148.6 mi into trip|~2h 41m in|M 37
Take the exit onto M 37 toward M 37 North: Newaygo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 30B
Toward M 37 North: Newaygo
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$31.37 one way
$62.73 round trip
$3.75/gal25.4 MPG avg74 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.14
$34.63
$69.26
premium
$4.72
$39.44
$78.87
diesel
$4.80
$40.11
$80.21
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
63.7
0
$22.30
$10.20
Efficient EV
53.1
0
$18.59
$8.50
EV Truck/SUV
85
1
$29.74
$13.59
Gas CO2
74 kg
EV CO2
25 kg (66% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Redford, MI
Late night
in Redford on Monday
Local time
5:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Areas Of Smoke
N 6 to 16 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 4:47PM EDT until July 19 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 2:47PM EDT until July 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
Destination
Troy, MI
Late night
in Troy on Monday
Local time
5:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Areas Of Smoke
N 2 to 13 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 4:47PM EDT until July 19 at 5:00AM EDT by NWS Northern Indiana
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 18 at 2:47PM EDT until July 19 at 12:00AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
9 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 24m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is about 57% highway, meaning you'll spend a good portion of your time on faster-paced roads. The longest stretch on a single highway is 115.1 miles, primarily on I 96. Expect to transition from highway cruising to surface roads, indicated by the mixed profile. You'll notice a change in traffic density and speed as you move between these road types.
57% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
33 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 115.1 mi on I 96.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 23 significant decision points across 212.4 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.5 miles (I 96): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 88.3 miles (I 96): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
914 ft623 ft
Total Climb
609 ft
Total Descent
407 ft
Highest Point
914 ft
~45.5 mi in
Elevation Range
292 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Redford, MI and Troy, MI, road signs point toward M 37 North: Muskegon and M 37 North: Newaygo.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 24m. Total distance: 212.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 115.1 miles on I 96. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Troy, MI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.5 miles (I 96): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 88.3 miles (I 96): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Troy, MI, but most travelers stay overnight.
