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Trip from Troy, MI to Allegan, MI

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

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 29 min
4 AM
2h 13m ★
6 AM
2h 23m
8 AM
2h 42m
10 AM
2h 30m
12 PM
2h 28m
3 PM
2h 31m
5 PM
2h 41m
8 PM
2h 17m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Troy, MI, MI

Troy, MI

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city in Michigan, United States

Allegan, MI

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Trip Overview

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 .

Main Roads

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
Longest stretch: Maple Island Road — 28.8 mi, about 39m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Troy, MI and Allegan, MI.

1

Start on North Dickinson Avenue

2.1 mi · 5 min · North Dickinson Avenue
2

Continue on West 11 Mile Road

0.9 mi · 2 min · West 11 Mile Road
3

Turn right onto Comstock Avenue

7.1 mi · 17 min · Comstock Avenue
4

Turn right onto 4 Mile Road

1.0 mi · 2 min · 4 Mile Road
5

Turn left onto North Dickinson Avenue

3.0 mi · 4 min · North Dickinson Avenue
6

Turn right onto M 20

0.5 mi · 40 sec · West 1 Mile Road
7

Continue on M 20

0.3 mi · 24 sec · South Street
8

Continue on M 20

0.3 mi · 37 sec · South Avenue
9

Turn left onto M 120

0.5 mi · 1 min · South Division Street
10

Continue on M 120

2.5 mi · 3 min · North Maple Island Avenue
11

Continue on M 120

6.9 mi · 9 min · Maple Island Road
12

Continue on B-31

22 mi · 30 min · Maple Island Road
13

Continue on B-31

3.0 mi · 4 min · 112th Avenue
14

Turn right onto Cleveland Street

0.2 mi · 20 sec · Cleveland Street
15

Keep slight left at fork onto M 104

0.8 mi · 1 min · Cleveland Street
16

Turn left onto M 231

7.1 mi · 8 min · M-231
Use the left lane.
17

At end of road, turn left onto M 45

0.3 mi · 28 sec · Lake Michigan Drive
18

Turn right onto 120th Avenue

12 mi · 17 min · 120th Avenue
19

Continue on South Waverly Road

3.4 mi · 6 min · South Waverly Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
20

Turn left onto M 40

19 mi · 26 min · Lincoln Road
21

Continue on M 40; M 89

0.5 mi · 33 sec · Western Avenue
22

Continue on M 40; M 89

0.2 mi · 15 sec · Cutler Street
23

Turn right onto M 40; M 89

44 ft · 0 sec · North Cedar Street
24

Arrive at destination

M 40; M 89

Trip Plan

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 46.6 miles from Troy, MI, or about 1h 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.8 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 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.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Troy, 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 Troy, MI

This is one driving day of about 93.3 miles and 2h 22m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Troy, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Maple Island Road for about 28.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Michigan, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Grand Haven, MI

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.

Pacing Suggestions

Holton, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Coopersville, MI

Meal break

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.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 12

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.

4
3 mi into trip | ~7m in | Comstock Avenue

Turn right onto Comstock Avenue

Navigation decision point

4
11.1 mi into trip | ~26m in | North Dickinson Avenue

Turn left onto North Dickinson Avenue

Navigation decision point

4
14.1 mi into trip | ~31m in | M 20 / West 1 Mile Road

Turn right onto M 20 / West 1 Mile Road

Navigation decision point

4
15.1 mi into trip | ~32m in | M 120 / South Division Street

Turn left onto M 120 / South Division Street

Navigation decision point

5
51 mi into trip | ~1h 22m in | M 231 / M-231

Turn left onto M 231 / M-231

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$14.59 one way

$29.17 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 33 kg CO2
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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Troy, MI

Late night in Troy on Sunday

Local time

2:02 AM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Allegan, MI

Late night in Allegan on Sunday

Local time

2:02 AM

EDT

Current temp

47°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

14 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

2h 22m on the road

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.

What kind of drive is this?

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.

Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.8 mi on Maple Island Road.

How Hard Is This Drive?

4/10

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.

Driving Effort 4/10

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.

Who Is This Route For?

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 28.8 miles on Maple Island Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.

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.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Allegan, MI before heading back.

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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