How far is Akron, MI from Sterling Heights, MI?
The driving distance from Akron, MI to Sterling Heights, MI is about 89.4 miles (143.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.5 miles (116.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 30m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 45m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Lapeer County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Akron and Sterling Heights.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Akron and Sterling Heights.
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Start on Main Street
649 ft · 36 sec · Main Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Beach Street
2766 ft · 47 sec · Beach Street
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Continue on Akron Road
2 mi · 3 min · Akron Road
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Turn right onto Unionville Road
3.4 mi · 5 min · Unionville Road
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Continue on Biebel Road
3.8 mi · 5 min · Biebel Road
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Continue on Cleaver Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Cleaver Road
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Continue on Ellington Street
2434 ft · 41 sec · Ellington Street
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Continue on Mertz Road
5.5 mi · 8 min · Mertz Road
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Turn left onto East Sanilac Road
9.5 mi · 11 min · East Sanilac Road
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Continue on State Street
1 mi · 1 min · State Street
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Continue on Sanilac Road
4.5 mi · 5 min · Sanilac Road
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Turn right onto South Van Dyke Road
5.2 mi · 6 min · South Van Dyke Road
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Continue on Main Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on South Van Dyke Road
19.7 mi · 25 min · South Van Dyke Road
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Continue on North Cedar Street
2.2 mi · 4 min · North Cedar Street
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Continue on Van Dyke Road
5.6 mi · 8 min · Van Dyke Road
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Turn right onto North Main Street
1.4 km · 2 min · North Main Street
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Continue on Van Dyke Road
24.5 mi · 30 min · Van Dyke Road
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Turn right onto 17 Mile Road
755 ft · 17 sec · 17 Mile Road
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Turn right
41 m · 15 sec
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Turn left
66 m · 16 sec
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Turn right
41 m · 12 sec
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Turn right
60 m · 20 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 17 Mile Road
819 ft · 20 sec · 17 Mile Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 17 Mile Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Akron and Sterling Heights.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Van Dyke Road
Continue on Van Dyke Road
24.5 mi · 00h 30m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Akron and Light Rain Likely near Sterling Heights.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Akron to Sterling Heights?
The road trip is about 89.4 miles (143.8 km) and usually takes 01h 45m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Burnside is a useful midpoint, sitting about 46 miles from Akron and 43.3 miles from Sterling Heights.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.5 miles (116.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $11.88 one way or $23.76 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Akron and Light Rain Likely near Sterling Heights.
Stop Ideas Near Burnside
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Burnside.
Lapeer station
Flint station
Port Huron
Pontiac Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Akron and Sterling Heights. Straight-line distance: 72.49 mi (116.66 km).
#1 Akron
Village in Tuscola County, Michigan, United States
| Population | 373 |
| Coordinates | 43.5680800, -83.5141300 |
| Altitude | 195 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sterling Heights
The second most populous city in Macomb County, Michigan.
| Population | 131,709 |
| Coordinates | 42.5803100, -83.0302000 |
| Altitude | 187 |
| Country | United States |
End: 17 Mile Road (-83.030204, 42.580347)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 144 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 58m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 47m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 06m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $11.88 | $23.76 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.40 | $26.79 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $14.66 | $29.32 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $16.71 | $33.42 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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