Troy, MI to Franklin, MI is 206.5 miles and takes about 4h 20m via I 96 and Apple Avenue, with a fuel budget near $32 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest region, specifically within Michigan. The profile is mostly highway, making for a relatively straightforward drive. With only one recommended stop and a duration under five hours, this route is well-suited for a single-day excursion.
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
103.2 miles from Troy, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 24m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 96
132.6 mi
2h 22m
Apple Avenue
12.8 mi
17m
South Warner Avenue
8.2 mi
11m
North Stone Road
7.7 mi
11m
Comstock Avenue
7.1 mi
17m
Alpine Avenue Northwest
5.2 mi
7m
Walter P Reuther Freeway
4.9 mi
5m
Bailey Road
4.9 mi
6m
Longest stretch:
I 96
— 132.6 mi, about 2h 22m
Traffic on I-96
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 35 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 Troy, MI and Franklin, 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 left onto 4 Mile Road
1.0 mi·2 min·4 Mile Road
5
Turn right onto North Green Avenue
2.2 mi·3 min·North Green Avenue
6
Turn left onto Jefferson Street
1.0 mi·1 min·Jefferson Street
7
Continue on North Stone Road
7.7 mi·11 min·North Stone Road
8
Turn left onto M 82
1.0 mi·2 min·West Main Street
9
Turn right onto M 82
0.6 mi·1 min·South Stewart Avenue
10
Continue on M 82
2.3 mi·3 min·South Warner Avenue
11
Continue on B-35
5.9 mi·8 min·South Warner Avenue
12
Continue on B-35
0.9 mi·1 min·West 118th Street
13
Continue on B-35
1.2 mi·1 min·Luce Avenue
14
Continue on B-35
0.5 mi·39 sec·West 128th Street
15
Turn right onto B-35
2.0 mi·2 min·Alger Avenue
16
Continue on B-35
0.9 mi·1 min·Squires Road
17
Turn left onto Bailey Road
4.9 mi·6 min·Bailey Road
18
Turn right onto M 37
3.2 mi·4 min·North Newaygo Road
19
Enter roundabout onto M 37; M 46
165 ft·1 sec·Apple Avenue
20
Continue on M 37; M 46
13 mi·17 min·Apple Avenue
Use the straight lane.
21
Continue on M 37
5.2 mi·7 min·Alpine Avenue Northwest
22
Take the exit
0.4 mi·30 sec
Use the left lane.
23
Merge onto I 96; M 37
66 mi·1 hr 10 min·I 96; M 37
Use the straight / right lanes.
24
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96
67 mi·1 hr 11 min·I 96
Toward I 96 East: DetroitUse the straight / right lanes.
25
Continue on I 696
4.9 mi·5 min·Walter P Reuther Freeway
Toward I 696 East, M 5 East: Port HuronUse the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 5Toward Farmington HillsUse the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Turn left onto Orchard Lake Road
1.3 mi·2 min·Orchard Lake Road
Use the left lane.
28
Turn right onto West 13 Mile Road
2.7 mi·4 min·West 13 Mile Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
29
Turn left onto Franklin Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Franklin Road
30
Turn left onto Scenic Drive
64 ft·2 sec·Scenic Drive
31
Arrive at destination
Scenic Drive
Trip Plan
For this 4h 20m drive, consider departing in the morning to allow ample time for your single recommended stop and to avoid potential afternoon traffic. The fuel cost is estimated at $32, so ensure your tank is full before you leave Troy. The longest stretch without a major change in road type is 132.6 miles on I 96, so plan your break around that point or shortly after transitioning to Apple Avenue. Since this is a single-day trip, you have flexibility, but a mid-drive stop near the halfway mark on I 96 can break up the highway portion nicely.
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 103.2 miles from Troy, MI, or about 2h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 132.6 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 45 miles or 1h 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 103.2 miles or 2h 24m 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Franklin, 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 206.5 miles and 4h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Troy, 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 132.6 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 20
5 decision points cluster between mile 63.5 and 203.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
63.5 mi into trip|~1h 42m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
129.6 mi into trip|~2h 53m in|I 96
Keep slight left at fork onto I 96 toward I 96 East: Detroit
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 96 East: Detroit
7
201.4 mi into trip|~4h 10m in
Take the exit toward Farmington Hills
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 5
Toward Farmington Hills
6
201.9 mi into trip|~4h 11m in|Orchard Lake Road
Turn left onto Orchard Lake Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
203.2 mi into trip|~4h 13m in|West 13 Mile Road
Turn right onto West 13 Mile Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.33 one way
$68.67 round trip
$4.22/gal25.4 MPG avg72 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.60
$37.40
$74.80
premium
$5.18
$42.14
$84.27
diesel
$5.35
$43.50
$86.99
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
62
0
$21.68
$9.91
Efficient EV
51.6
0
$18.07
$8.26
EV Truck/SUV
82.6
1
$28.91
$13.22
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 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 May 27, 2026
Origin
Troy, MI
Evening
in Troy on Wednesday
Local time
6:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Mostly Cloudy
ESE 3 mph3% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Franklin, MI
Evening
in Franklin on Wednesday
Local time
6:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
60°F
Mostly Cloudy
WNW 5 mph0% chanceLive forecast
83°F
Greenville, MI
103 mi in
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
3 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 20m 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 primarily on highways, with 67% of the 206.5 miles on the interstate. You'll experience a longest stretch of 132.6 miles on I 96, indicating a significant period of consistent highway cruising. After I 96, you'll transition to surface roads like Apple Avenue and South Warner Avenue, which will likely involve more frequent intersections and varying speed limits.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 132.6 mi on I 96.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 96 and Apple Avenue. You will hit about 20 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 63.5 miles in.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 206.5 miles you will encounter 20 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 63.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 129.6 miles (I 96): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 201.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 20m. Total distance: 206.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 132.6 miles on I 96. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 11 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 63.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 129.6 miles (I 96): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 201.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Franklin, MI, but most travelers stay overnight.
