If you are planning a trip from Troy to Cedar Springs, you are looking at a 66.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 37 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as the modest duration makes an overnight stay unnecessary. You can expect to spend roughly $10 on fuel for the trip, keeping costs very manageable. Navigating through the Midwest, the path utilizes a combination of local routes like East and West 13 Mile Road alongside the primary corridor of US 131. It is a straightforward drive that prioritizes efficiency, making it a solid choice for those who want to reach their destination without a complicated itinerary.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
33.3 miles from Troy, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 1m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 131
37.4 mi
37m
East 13 Mile Road
9.9 mi
17m
West 13 Mile Road
5.1 mi
12m
West 14 Mile Road
4.9 mi
9m
Cleveland Drive West
3.6 mi
8m
19 Mile Road
1.4 mi
2m
North Walnut Avenue
1 mi
1m
17 Mile Road Northeast
0.9 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
US 131
— 37.4 mi, about 37m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Troy, MI and Cedar Springs, MI.
1
Start on North Dickinson Avenue
133 ft·9 sec·North Dickinson Avenue
2
Turn left onto West 13 Mile Road
5.1 mi·12 min·West 13 Mile Road
3
Continue on Cleveland Drive West
3.6 mi·8 min·Cleveland Drive West
4
Continue on West Main Street
0.3 mi·42 sec·West Main Street
5
Turn left onto North Bingham Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·North Bingham Avenue
6
Turn right onto West 14 Mile Road
4.9 mi·9 min·West 14 Mile Road
7
Turn right onto B 96
1.0 mi·1 min·North Walnut Avenue
8
Continue on B 96
9.9 mi·17 min·East 13 Mile Road
9
Continue on B 96
1.4 mi·2 min·19 Mile Road
10
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
11
Merge onto US 131
37 mi·37 min·US 131
12
Take the exit onto M 46
0.4 mi·56 sec·M 46
Toward M 46: Muskegon, Cedar Springs
13
Turn left onto M 46
0.9 mi·1 min·17 Mile Road Northeast
Use the straight lane.
14
Continue on West Muskegon Street Northeast
0.4 mi·1 min·West Muskegon Street Northeast
15
Turn left onto South 2nd Street
0.2 mi·59 sec·South 2nd Street
16
Turn right onto West Cherry Street Northeast
189 ft·10 sec·West Cherry Street Northeast
17
Turn right
193 ft·14 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this 66.7-mile route is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the drive in under two hours, so there is no need to worry about scheduling multiple long-term stops along the way. Given that the fuel cost is estimated at just $10, you might consider topping off your tank before you leave Troy to avoid unnecessary refueling stops during the drive. Keep a close watch on your transition from the local 13 Mile roads to US 131, as traffic volume can change quickly when entering the highway. Use the simplicity of this short, one-day trip to your advantage by planning your arrival in Cedar Springs exactly when you want it.
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 33.3 miles from Troy, MI, or about 1h 1m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.4 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 15 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.3 miles or 1h 1m 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 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cedar Springs, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Troy, MI
This is one driving day of about 66.7 miles and 1h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Troy, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 131 for about 37.4 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 11
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 66.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|West 13 Mile Road
Turn left onto West 13 Mile Road
Navigation decision point
4
8.9 mi into trip|~21m in|North Bingham Avenue
Turn left onto North Bingham Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
64.7 mi into trip|~1h 32m in|M 46
Take the exit onto M 46 toward M 46: Muskegon, Cedar Springs
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward M 46: Muskegon, Cedar Springs
6
65.1 mi into trip|~1h 33m in|M 46 / 17 Mile Road Northeast
Turn left onto M 46 / 17 Mile Road Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
66.6 mi into trip|~1h 37m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.43 one way
$20.86 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg23 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$11.45
$22.90
premium
$4.89
$12.84
$25.67
diesel
$5.61
$14.73
$29.45
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
20
0
$7.00
$3.20
Efficient EV
16.7
0
$5.84
$2.67
EV Truck/SUV
26.7
0
$9.34
$4.27
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Cedar Springs, MI
Late night
in Cedar Springs on Sunday
Local time
2:02 AM
EDT
Current temp
45°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
16 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
1h 37m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This trip offers a mixed driving profile, balancing local road navigation with a significant highway presence. About 56% of your time will be spent on highways, providing a consistent pace for the majority of the 1 hour and 37 minute drive. You will find your longest uninterrupted stretch on US 131, which accounts for 37.4 miles of the total distance. As you transition from the local streets of Troy onto the major highway arteries, the driving experience shifts from stop-and-go urban settings to a more fluid, high-speed environment. It is a functional drive that requires your attention as you move between these different road types.
56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.4 mi on US 131.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West 13 Mile Road.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 37m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West 13 Mile Road): Navigation decision point; at 8.9 miles (North Bingham Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 64.7 miles (M 46): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 66.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 37.4 miles on US 131. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West 13 Mile Road): Navigation decision point; at 8.9 miles (North Bingham Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 64.7 miles (M 46): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Cedar Springs, MI before heading back.
