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Trip from Troy, MI to Fraser, MI
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 43m
Distance
229.7 mi
370 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$41
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 30m
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6 AM
4h 43m
8 AM
5h 10m
10 AM
4h 53m
12 PM
4h 50m
3 PM
4h 54m
5 PM
5h 9m
8 PM
4h 35m
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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Fraser, MI
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Trip Overview
Troy, MI to Fraser, MI is 229.7 miles and takes about 4h 43m via I 75, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Midwest region, specifically within Michigan for its entirety. Given the relatively short duration and highway-intensive nature, it's a straightforward drive, suitable for a single-day excursion. You'll primarily be on major roadways, making it a practical option for moving between these two points without extensive planning.
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
114.9 miles from Troy, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 33m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 75 | 84.1 mi | 1h 30m |
| East Washington | 59.9 mi | 1h 18m |
| US 10 | 46.1 mi | 46m |
| M 59 | 11.1 mi | 12m |
| Utica Road | 6.7 mi | 11m |
| South M 37 | 5.4 mi | 7m |
| West 13 Mile Road | 5.1 mi | 12m |
| Cleveland Drive West | 3.6 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 84.1 mi, about 1h 30m
Traffic on I-75
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 58 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,891 veh/hr typical · worst 4,192
Quietest
2 AM
~130 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
22.2×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 105 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 Fraser, MI.
1
Start on North Dickinson Avenue
133 ft
·
9 sec
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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
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West Main Street
5
Turn left onto North Bingham Avenue
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
North Bingham Avenue
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
7
Continue on West 15 Mile Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West 15 Mile Road
8
Turn left onto M 37
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
North Woodbridge Avenue
9
Continue on M 37
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
South M 37
10
Continue on M 37
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Michigan Avenue
11
Continue on M 37
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
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South M 37
12
Turn right onto US 10
60 mi
·
1 hr 18 min
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East Washington
13
Take the exit onto US 10
46 mi
·
46 min
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US 10
Toward US 10 EAST: Midland, Bay City
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 140A
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Saginaw
15
Merge onto I 75; US 23
36 mi
·
38 min
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I 75; US 23
16
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75; US 23
11 mi
·
11 min
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I 75; US 23
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
37 mi
·
39 min
·
I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 77A
Toward M 59 East: Utica
Use the right lane.
19
Merge onto M 59
11 mi
·
12 min
·
M 59
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Turn right onto Van Dyke Avenue
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Van Dyke Avenue
Use the right lane.
21
Turn slight left onto Utica Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Utica Road
Use the left lane.
22
Enter roundabout onto Utica Road
144 ft
·
3 sec
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Utica Road
23
Continue on Utica Road
4.9 mi
·
8 min
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Utica Road
24
Turn left onto East 14 Mile Road
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
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East 14 Mile Road
Use the left lane.
25
Turn left onto Garfield Road
161 ft
·
6 sec
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Garfield Road
Use the left lane.
26
Turn right
99 ft
·
9 sec
27
Turn right
50 ft
·
3 sec
28
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 4h 43m drive, leaving in the morning is usually best to avoid any potential afternoon traffic. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $36, this is easily manageable in a single day. The longest stretch without a major change in road type is 84.1 miles on I 75, so plan your break accordingly. Since this route is straightforward and can be completed within a day, you have flexibility if you encounter any unexpected delays or decide to make an unplanned stop.
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 114.9 miles from Troy, MI, or about 2h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 84.1 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 51 miles or 1h 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 114.9 miles or 2h 33m 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fraser, 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 229.7 miles and 4h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 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 75 for about 84.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
115 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 51 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 114.9 miles from Troy, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 75 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 84.1 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Clarkston Rest Area 904
0 mi from route
Dodge Road Rest Area 631
0.1 mi from route
Clare Welcome Center 634
0.1 mi from route
Clio Rest Area 612
0.1 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.1 mi from route
TA
0.2 mi from route
Bay City Rest Area 605
0.2 mi from route
M-81 Express Stop
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.2 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.3 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.3 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.7 mi from route
Service Plaza
2.2 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 195 decision points cluster between mile 126.1 and 229.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
126.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 44m in
Take the exit toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Saginaw
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 140A
Toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Saginaw
6
173.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 36m in
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I 75
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
210.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 15m in
Take the exit toward M 59 East: Utica
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 77A
Toward M 59 East: Utica
6
221.8 mi into trip
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~4h 28m in
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Van Dyke Avenue
Turn right onto Van Dyke Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
229.7 mi into trip
|
~4h 42m in
|
Garfield Road
Turn left onto Garfield Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$41.41 one way
$82.82 round trip
$4.58/gal
25.4 MPG avg
80 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.21 | $47.15 | $94.30 |
| premium | $5.82 | $52.60 | $105.21 |
| diesel | $6.48 | $58.57 | $117.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$41
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$66–$91
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 80.4 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 68.9 | 0 | $24.12 | $11.03 |
| Efficient EV | 57.4 | 0 | $20.10 | $9.19 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 91.9 | 1 | $32.16 | $14.70 |
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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.
Origin
Troy, MI
Morning in Troy on Saturday
Local time
8:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
31°F
Widespread Frost
N 3 to 7 mph
9% chance
Live forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 16 at 9:57PM EDT until October 17 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 16 at 1:59PM EDT until October 17 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI
Destination
Fraser, MI
Morning in Fraser on Saturday
Local time
8:50 AM
EDT
Current temp
36°F
Slight Chance Light Rain then Areas Of Frost
NNW 13 to 16 mph
17% chance
Live forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 16 at 9:57PM EDT until October 17 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Grand Rapids MI
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued October 16 at 1:59PM EDT until October 17 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Detroit/Pontiac MI
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
5 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 43m 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 about 57% of this 229.7-mile drive to be on highways like I 75. The longest continuous stretch on a highway is 84.1 miles on I 75. You'll transition from highway cruising to surface roads at some point, though the exact mile marker for this change isn't specified. You'll notice a good number of exits along the highway portions of this route.
57% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 84.1 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 126.1 miles in.
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 19 significant decision points across 229.7 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 126.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 173.7 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 210.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,213 ft
588 ft
Total Climb
939 ft
Total Descent
1,152 ft
Highest Point
1,213 ft
~32.8 mi in
Elevation Range
625 ft
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 Troy, MI and Fraser, MI, road signs point toward Bay City and M 59 East: Utica.
Bay City
80 mi in
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~1h 58m
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via US 10
M 59 East: Utica
210.5 mi in
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~4h 15m
About the Cities
Starting in Troy, MI
Full guide →Troy is a city in Michigan and a suburb of Detroit.
Top landmarks
- • Brooks Farm — also known as the William Brooks Farm, historic farmsite in Troy, Michigan, U.S
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 43m. Total distance: 229.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 84.1 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 15 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.
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 Fraser, 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. There are 15 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 126.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 173.7 miles (I 75): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 210.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Fraser, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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