Troy, IL Road Trips
Troy, IL serves as a quiet starting point in the Midwest, connecting drivers to 2 outbound routes across the area. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 286 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Troy, IL head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
308.9 mi
Waukegan, IL
Quickest Drive
4h 25m
Joliet, IL
Plan Around Troy, IL
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Troy, IL is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Troy, IL
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Troy, IL
Driving from Troy, IL
The typical drive from Troy, IL covers about 286 miles and takes around 5h 20m. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 309 miles (5h 50m), while the shortest is just 263 miles.
Popular Destinations
Top road trip destinations from Troy, IL are Waukegan, IL (308.9 mi, 5h 50m) and Markham, IL (262.8 mi, 4h 50m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in IL currently averages around $3.77 per gallon. For the typical 286-mile trip from Troy, IL, budget about $43 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring. Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 2 mapped routes leaving Troy, IL and 3 routes heading into Troy, IL, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 263 to 309 miles.
The longest mapped route from Troy, IL covers 309 miles and takes approximately 5h 50m. Shorter options start at just 263 miles.
The average route from Troy, IL runs about 286 miles with a drive time of roughly 5h 20m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $3.77/gallon for regular), the average 286-mile trip from Troy, IL costs roughly $43 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Troy, IL include Waukegan, IL and Markham, IL. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Troy, IL by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
10,889
Median Income
$97,825
Median Home Value
$240,800
Median Age
35.8
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
Landmarks & Historic Sites
Attractions and heritage-registered places located in Troy, IL.
William W. Jarvis House
Troy, Illinois, listed on the NRHP in Madison County, Illinois
City data from Wikidata (Q575457), available under CC0. Photos from Wikimedia Commons under their respective licenses. See our methodology for details.
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