Origin
Troy, MI
Late night in Troy on Sunday
Local time
2:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 22m
Distance
93.3 mi
150 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Troy, MI
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Allegan, MI
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Troy to Allegan is 93.3 miles and takes about 2h 22m via Maple Island Road, Lincoln Road, and 120th Avenue, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Michigan, connecting two points in the Midwest. Expect a local, turn-heavy experience rather than a highway cruise. With its relatively short duration and manageable fuel cost, this trip is well-suited for a single-day excursion, allowing for flexibility in your departure and arrival times.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
46.6 miles from Troy, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 16m into the drive .
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Maple Island Road | 28.8 mi | 39m |
| Lincoln Road | 18.8 mi | 26m |
| 120th Avenue | 12.1 mi | 17m |
| Comstock Avenue | 7.1 mi | 17m |
| M-231 | 7.1 mi | 8m |
| North Dickinson Avenue | 5.1 mi | 9m |
| South Waverly Road | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| 112th Avenue | 3 mi | 4m |
Step-by-step road directions between Troy, MI and Allegan, MI.
Start on North Dickinson Avenue
Continue on West 11 Mile Road
Turn right onto Comstock Avenue
Turn right onto 4 Mile Road
Turn left onto North Dickinson Avenue
Turn right onto M 20
Continue on M 20
Continue on M 20
Turn left onto M 120
Continue on M 120
Continue on M 120
Continue on B-31
Continue on B-31
Turn right onto Cleveland Street
Keep slight left at fork onto M 104
Turn left onto M 231
At end of road, turn left onto M 45
Turn right onto 120th Avenue
Continue on South Waverly Road
Turn left onto M 40
Continue on M 40; M 89
Continue on M 40; M 89
Turn right onto M 40; M 89
Arrive at destination
Given the 2h 22m duration, you can comfortably complete this trip in one day. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid early rush hour traffic from Troy. Since this is a local, turn-heavy route, pace yourself and stay alert for changes in speed limits and road surfaces. The longest stretch is 28.8 miles, so plan your fuel stops accordingly, though with a total budget of around $15, it's unlikely you'll need to worry too much. The flexibility of a shorter drive means you can easily stop for a quick break if needed, perhaps at a small town along the way.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
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 21 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 46.6 miles or 1h 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Allegan, MI than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Troy, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Troy, MI
This is one driving day of about 93.3 miles and 2h 22m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
47 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.
A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 46.6 miles from Troy, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
5 decision points cluster between mile 3 and 51 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto Comstock Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto North Dickinson Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto M 20 / West 1 Mile Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto M 120 / South Division Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto M 231 / M-231
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$14.59 one way
$29.17 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $16.02 | $32.03 |
| premium | $4.89 | $17.95 | $35.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $20.60 | $41.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 32.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 28 | 0 | $9.80 | $4.48 |
| Efficient EV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.16 | $3.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 37.3 | 0 | $13.06 | $5.97 |
Gas CO2
33 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Troy on Sunday
Local time
2:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Allegan on Sunday
Local time
2:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
This drive is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive' with a 0% highway share. You'll be navigating a series of local roads, including Maple Island Road, Lincoln Road, and 120th Avenue. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 28.8 miles on Maple Island Road. Be prepared for frequent turns and varying road conditions as you move through local communities. This isn't a route for setting speed records, but rather for a more engaged, connected driving experience through the Michigan landscape.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in near Comstock Avenue.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 22m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3 miles (Comstock Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 11.1 miles (North Dickinson Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 14.1 miles (M 20 / West 1 Mile Road): Navigation decision point.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 22m. Total distance: 93.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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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