Troy, MI to Ross, MI is 82.2 miles and takes about 2h 3m via US 131, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Michigan, taking you from the Midwest region to another part of the Midwest. Expect a local drive with frequent turns rather than long stretches of highway. With a short duration and modest fuel cost, this route is ideal for a same-day excursion when you want a straightforward journey without extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.1 miles from Troy, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 10m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 131
15.8 mi
17m
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
5.3 mi
7m
Bailey Road
4.9 mi
6m
North Newaygo Road
3.2 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
US 131
— 15.8 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Troy, MI and Ross, 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
5.3 mi·7 min·Alpine Avenue Northwest
22
Take the exit onto M 37
0.4 mi·42 sec·M 37
Toward I 96 East, M 37: LansingUse the slight right lane.
23
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 31AToward US 131 South: Kalamazoo
24
Merge onto US 131
16 mi·17 min·US 131
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.2 mi·29 sec
Exit 72Toward 100th Street
26
Turn right onto 100th Street Southwest
1.3 mi·1 min·100th Street Southwest
27
Arrive at destination
100th Street Southwest
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 2h 3m drive time, this route offers a lot of flexibility. You can depart at your leisure, but consider leaving mid-morning to avoid early rush hour traffic around Troy. With no specific stops recommended, you can easily make this a single-day trip. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the estimated cost is $13, and while there are no extended highway stretches, local roads can sometimes have fewer services. A good tip for this route is to familiarize yourself with the turns on US 131, Apple Avenue, and South Warner Avenue beforehand, as the 'turn-heavy' profile suggests they are key to staying on track.
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 41.1 miles from Troy, MI, or about 1h 10m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.8 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 18 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.1 miles or 1h 10m 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 49m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ross, 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 82.2 miles and 2h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 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 15.8 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 3 and 80.7 — 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
7
63.6 mi into trip|~1h 42m in|M 37
Take the exit onto M 37 toward I 96 East, M 37: Lansing
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 96 East, M 37: Lansing
5
64 mi into trip|~1h 43m in
Take the exit toward US 131 South: Kalamazoo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 31A
Toward US 131 South: Kalamazoo
5
64.9 mi into trip|~1h 44m in|US 131
Merge onto US 131
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
80.7 mi into trip|~2h 1m in
Take the exit toward 100th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Exit 72
Toward 100th Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.85 one way
$25.70 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg29 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$14.11
$28.22
premium
$4.89
$15.82
$31.64
diesel
$5.61
$18.15
$36.30
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24.7
0
$8.63
$3.95
Efficient EV
20.6
0
$7.19
$3.29
EV Truck/SUV
32.9
0
$11.51
$5.26
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
3:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Ross, MI
Late night
in Ross on Sunday
Local time
3:34 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
64°F
Sparta, MI
41 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
2h 3m 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 route is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive, with only 19% of the journey on highways. You'll navigate primarily on US 131, Apple Avenue, and South Warner Avenue, meaning you should anticipate frequent changes in direction. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 15.8 miles on US 131, so be prepared for a more engaging driving experience with varied road conditions and speed limits. This isn't a monotonous highway cruise; it's a route that requires your attention with its many turns.
Only 19% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.8 mi on US 131.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in near Comstock Avenue.
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 82.2 miles you will encounter 16 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 3 miles (Comstock Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 63.6 miles (M 37): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Troy, MI to Ross, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 37: Lansing along the way.
M 37: Lansing
63.6 mi in|~1h 42m|via M 37
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 3m. Total distance: 82.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (19%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.8 miles on US 131. 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 63.6 miles (M 37): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Ross, MI before heading back.
