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Trip from Troy, MI to Imlay City, MI
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 14m
Distance
207.9 mi
335 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 2m
★
6 AM
4h 15m
8 AM
4h 41m
10 AM
4h 24m
12 PM
4h 21m
3 PM
4h 25m
5 PM
4h 40m
8 PM
4h 7m
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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Imlay City, MI
fish socks
Trip Overview
Troy to Imlay City is 207.9 miles and takes about 4h 14m via East Washington and US 10, with a fuel budget near $32 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Michigan, moving from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. It's a fairly direct trip, mostly on highways, making it a straightforward option for a single-day excursion. You'll find the fuel costs manageable for this distance, and the recommended single day of travel means you won't need to plan for overnight stays.
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
103.9 miles from Troy, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 22m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Washington | 59.9 mi | 1h 18m |
| US 10 | 46.1 mi | 46m |
| I 75 | 36.3 mi | 38m |
| Chevrolet-Buick Freeway | 31 mi | 31m |
| UAW Freeway | 10.3 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:
East Washington
— 59.9 mi, about 1h 18m
Traffic on I-75
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 16 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
4 PM
~2,394 veh/hr typical · worst 3,789
Quietest
2 AM
~106 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
22.6×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
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 Imlay City, 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
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North Woodbridge Avenue
9
Continue on M 37
5.2 mi
·
7 min
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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
·
East Washington
13
Take the exit onto US 10
46 mi
·
46 min
·
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
·
I 75; US 23
16
Keep slight right at fork onto I 475
10 mi
·
11 min
·
UAW Freeway
Exit 125
Toward I 475: Downtown Flint
17
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 6
Toward I 69: Port Huron, Lansing
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward Port Huron
19
Merge onto I 69
31 mi
·
31 min
·
Chevrolet-Buick Freeway
20
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 168
Toward M 53: Imlay City, Almont
21
Turn left onto M 53
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Van Dyke Road
Use the left lane.
22
Continue on M 53
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
South Cedar Street
23
Continue on M 53
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
North Cedar Street
24
Turn left onto East 4th Street
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
East 4th Street
25
Turn left onto North Almont Avenue
311 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Almont Avenue
26
Arrive at destination
North Almont Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 14m duration, leaving Troy in the morning should allow you to reach Imlay City with plenty of daylight remaining. The route is best tackled in a single day, so plan for one stop to break up the drive. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $32, and it’s always wise to top off before heading out. The longest stretch without a major road change is 59.9 miles, so consider a brief stop around that mark to stretch your legs and stay alert.
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 103.9 miles from Troy, MI, or about 2h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.9 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 46 miles or 1h 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 103.9 miles or 2h 22m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Imlay City, 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 207.9 miles and 4h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 46 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 East Washington for about 59.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
104 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 46 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 103.9 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.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Clare Welcome Center 634
0.1 mi from route
Clio Rest Area 612
0.1 mi from route
Five Lakes Rest Area 629
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
0.7 mi from route
Service Plaza
2.2 mi from route
For-Mar Nature Preserve & Arboretum
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
1.6 mi from route
~4 min detour
Burton, Michigan
Hours: 9 am–8 pm
+18107367100
Visit websiteAirborne Adventure Park - Saginaw, MI
4.2
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Around the midpoint, short detour
Final third
2.2 mi from route
~5 min detour
Saginaw, Michigan
Hours: 4–8 pm
+19895960022
Visit websiteMarshall M Fredericks Sculpture Museum
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Around the midpoint, short detour
Final third
2.6 mi from route
~7 min detour
University Center, Michigan
Hours: 11 am–5 pm
+19899647125
Visit websiteStardust Entertainment Center
4.4
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Around the midpoint, short detour
Final third
3.1 mi from route
~8 min detour
Saginaw, Michigan
Hours: 12–11 pm
+19897936300
Visit websiteShrine of the Pines
4.5
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the start, short detour
First break
2.4 mi from route
~6 min detour
Baldwin, Michigan
+12317457892
Sloan Museum of Discovery
4.6
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Near the end, ~11 min detour
Home stretch
4.5 mi from route
~11 min detour
Flint, Michigan
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+18102373450
Visit websiteMichigan Heroes Museum
4.8
★ ★ ★ ★ ★
Later in the drive, ~12 min detour
Final third
4.7 mi from route
~12 min detour
Frankenmuth, Michigan
Hours: 10 am–5 pm
+19896528005
Visit websitePlace data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 165 decision points cluster between mile 126.1 and 205.6 — 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
162.7 mi into trip
|
~3h 24m in
|
I 475 / UAW Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 475 / UAW Freeway toward I 475: Downtown Flint
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 125
Toward I 475: Downtown Flint
6
173.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 35m in
Take the exit toward I 69: Port Huron, Lansing
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 6
Toward I 69: Port Huron, Lansing
6
205.1 mi into trip
|
~4h 9m in
Take the exit toward M 53: Imlay City, Almont
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 168
Toward M 53: Imlay City, Almont
6
205.6 mi into trip
|
~4h 10m in
|
M 53 / Van Dyke Road
Turn left onto M 53 / Van Dyke Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.57 one way
$69.13 round trip
$4.22/gal
25.4 MPG avg
73 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $37.65 | $75.30 |
| premium | $5.18 | $42.42 | $84.85 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $43.79 | $87.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 72.7 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 | 62.4 | 0 | $21.83 | $9.98 |
| Efficient EV | 52 | 0 | $18.19 | $8.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 83.2 | 1 | $29.11 | $13.31 |
Gas CO2
73 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.
Origin
Troy, MI
Evening in Troy on Wednesday
Local time
5:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Sunny
NW 6 to 10 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued May 31 at 7:26AM EDT by NWS Gaylord MI
Destination
Imlay City, MI
Evening in Imlay City on Wednesday
Local time
5:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Sunny
WNW 5 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued May 31 at 7:26AM EDT by NWS Gaylord 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
4 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
4h 14m 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?
About 60% of this 207.9-mile route is highway driving. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 59.9 miles on East Washington. Expect a mix of highway cruising and surface road driving, with the transition likely occurring as you move between the main highways and local roads. The highway sections will offer a more consistent pace, while the surface roads will likely have more frequent changes in speed and potential for local traffic.
60% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 59.9 mi on East Washington.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 207.9 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 162.7 miles (I 475 / UAW Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 173.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
1,091 ft
613 ft
Total Climb
534 ft
Total Descent
530 ft
Highest Point
1,091 ft
~29.7 mi in
Elevation Range
478 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 Imlay City, MI, road signs point toward Bay City, Lansing and Port Huron.
Bay City
80 mi in
|
~1h 58m
|
via US 10
Lansing
173.1 mi in
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~3h 35m
Port Huron
173.3 mi in
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~3h 35m
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
Arriving in Imlay City, MI
Full guide →Founded 1850
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 14m. Total distance: 207.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 59.9 miles on East Washington. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 13 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 Imlay City, 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 13 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 162.7 miles (I 475 / UAW Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 173.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 4.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Imlay City, 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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