Origin
Scio, MI
Morning in Scio on Tuesday
Local time
6:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Scio, MI to Troy, MI
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 11m
Distance
199.2 mi
321 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$31
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 59m
★
6 AM
4h 12m
8 AM
4h 38m
10 AM
4h 21m
12 PM
4h 19m
3 PM
4h 22m
5 PM
4h 37m
8 PM
4h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Scio, MI
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Troy, MI
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Trip Overview
This 199.2-mile drive from Scio to Troy, Michigan, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 4 hours and 11 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-96, M-37, and US-23, it's a highway-focused journey through the Midwest. With an estimated fuel cost of $31, this route offers a straightforward passage between two points within Michigan. The single recommended stop suggests a fairly direct transit, making it ideal for those looking to reach their destination efficiently.
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
99.6 miles from Scio, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 50m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 96 | 116.3 mi | 2h 4m |
| M-37 | 12.8 mi | 17m |
| US 23 | 10.1 mi | 10m |
| North Stone Road | 7.7 mi | 10m |
| North Comstock Avenue | 7.1 mi | 17m |
| Warner Avenue | 5.9 mi | 8m |
| Alpine Avenue Northwest | 5.1 mi | 7m |
| Bailey Road | 4.9 mi | 6m |
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 116.3 mi, about 2h 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scio, MI and Troy, MI.
1
Start on Huron River Drive
19 ft
·
4 sec
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Huron River Drive
2
Turn right onto Zeeb Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Zeeb Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto West Joy Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Joy Road
4
Turn left onto Webster Church Road
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Webster Church Road
5
Turn right onto North Territorial Road
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
North Territorial Road
Use the straight lane.
6
Enter roundabout onto North Territorial Road
64 ft
·
2 sec
·
North Territorial Road
7
Continue on North Territorial Road
367 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Territorial Road
8
Enter roundabout
195 ft
·
3 sec
Toward US 23 North: Flint
9
Continue
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Toward US 23 North: Flint
10
Merge onto US 23
10 mi
·
10 min
·
US 23
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 60B
Toward I 96 West: Lansing
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 96 West: Lansing, Brighton, Spencer Road
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 96 West: Lansing
14
Merge onto I 96
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
I 96
15
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
55 mi
·
58 min
·
I 96
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
54 mi
·
57 min
·
I 96
Toward I 96 West: Grand Rapids
Use the slight right lane.
17
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: Muskegon
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit onto M 37
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
M 37
Exit 30B
Toward M 37 North: Newaygo
Use the slight right lane.
19
Merge onto M 37
5.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Alpine Avenue Northwest
20
Turn straight onto M 37
13 mi
·
17 min
·
M-37
Use the left / straight lanes.
21
Enter roundabout onto M 37
12 ft
·
0 sec
·
Newaygo Road
22
Continue on M 37
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Newaygo Road
23
Turn left onto Bailey Road
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Bailey Road
24
Turn right onto B-35
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Squires Road
25
Continue on B-35
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Alger Avenue
26
Turn left onto B-35
0.5 mi
·
37 sec
·
West 128th Street
27
Turn straight onto B-35
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Luce Avenue
28
Continue on B-35
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
West 118th Street
29
Turn straight onto B-35
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Warner Avenue
30
At end of road, turn left onto M 82
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
South Warner Avenue
31
Continue on M 82
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South Stewart Avenue
32
Turn left onto M 82
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Main Street
33
Turn right onto North Stone Road
7.7 mi
·
10 min
·
North Stone Road
34
Continue on Jefferson Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Jefferson Street
35
Turn right onto North Green Avenue
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
North Green Avenue
36
Turn left onto 4 Mile Road
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
4 Mile Road
37
Turn right onto North Comstock Avenue
7.1 mi
·
17 min
·
North Comstock Avenue
38
Turn left onto West 11 Mile Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West 11 Mile Road
39
Continue on North Dickinson Avenue
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
North Dickinson Avenue
40
Arrive at destination
North Dickinson Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour and 11-minute duration, starting in the morning allows ample time to reach Troy without feeling rushed. The single recommended stop is a good reminder to plan for at least one break to stretch your legs and refuel, especially during the 116.3-mile stretch on I-96. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the estimated cost is $31 for the 199.2 miles. This drive is well-suited for a day trip, so you have flexibility in your departure time.
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 99.6 miles from Scio, MI, or about 1h 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 116.3 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 44 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 99.6 miles or 1h 50m 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 8m
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 Scio, 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 Scio, MI
This is one driving day of about 199.2 miles and 4h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Scio, 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 116.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
100 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 99.6 miles from Scio, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 96 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 116.3 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 295 decision points cluster between mile 4.4 and 135.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
4.4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
North Territorial Road
Turn right onto North Territorial Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
18.2 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the exit toward I 96 West: Lansing
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 60B
Toward I 96 West: Lansing
7
75.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m 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
128.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 21m 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
135.5 mi into trip
|
~2h 28m 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
$31.14 one way
$62.29 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
70 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $34.19 | $68.39 |
| premium | $4.89 | $38.33 | $76.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $43.98 | $87.96 |
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: 69.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 59.8 | 0 | $20.92 | $9.56 |
| Efficient EV | 49.8 | 0 | $17.43 | $7.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 79.7 | 0 | $27.89 | $12.75 |
Gas CO2
70 kg
EV CO2
23 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Troy, MI
Morning in Troy on Tuesday
Local time
6:48 AM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
15 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 11m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience for this 199.2-mile trip, with 63% of the drive on major highways. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 116.3 miles on I-96, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of your journey. The route transitions between these primary roads, providing a mix of driving conditions that keep things from becoming too monotonous. It’s designed for steady progress rather than winding scenic byways.
63% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
40 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 116.3 mi on I 96.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and M-37. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 4.4 miles in near North Territorial Road.
Driving Effort
9/10
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 29 significant decision points across 199.2 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 4.4 miles (North Territorial Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 18.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 75.2 miles (I 96): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Scio, MI and Troy, MI, road signs point toward Brighton, M 37 North: Muskegon and M 37 North: Newaygo.
Brighton
18.6 mi in
|
~23m
M 37 North: Muskegon
128.9 mi in
|
~2h 21m
|
via I 96; M 37
M 37 North: Newaygo
135.5 mi in
|
~2h 28m
|
via M 37
About the Cities
Arriving in Troy, MI
Full guide →Troy is a city in Michigan and a suburb of Detroit.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 11m. Total distance: 199.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 116.3 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 4.4 miles (North Territorial Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 18.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 75.2 miles (I 96): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Troy, MI, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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