How far is Aurelius, MI from Sterling Heights, MI?
The driving distance from Aurelius, MI to Sterling Heights, MI is about 93.2 miles (150 km), with a travel time of about 01h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 76.1 miles (122.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 19m 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.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 39m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Suburb of Detroit, Michigan, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Aurelius and Sterling Heights.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aurelius and Sterling Heights.
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Start on South Aurelius Road
4 mi · 10 min · South Aurelius Road
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Turn right onto West Columbia Road
2 mi · 3 min · West Columbia Road
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Turn left onto North College Road
1.6 km · 1 min · North College Road
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Turn right onto West Howell Road
2.6 mi · 4 min · West Howell Road
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Turn left onto Okemos Road
5.5 mi · 8 min · Okemos Road
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Take the ramp right
2625 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
53 mi · 57 min
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Continue on Walter P Reuther Freeway
8.9 mi · 10 min · Walter P Reuther Freeway
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Merge slight left onto John C Lodge Freeway
2206 ft · 27 sec · John C Lodge Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 24 North: Telegraph Road
1664 ft · 57 sec
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Continue on Telegraph Road
4.7 mi · 7 min · Telegraph Road
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Turn right onto Quarton Road
3.2 mi · 7 min · Quarton Road
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Continue on West Big Beaver Road
6.9 mi · 13 min · West Big Beaver Road
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Continue on Metropolitan Parkway
2.1 mi · 3 min · Metropolitan Parkway
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Continue on Metropolitan Parkway
580 ft · 22 sec · Metropolitan Parkway
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Turn right onto Mound Road
1 mi · 2 min · Mound Road
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Turn right onto 17 Mile Road
1.6 km · 2 min · 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 Aurelius and Sterling Heights.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Okemos Road
Merge slight left
53 mi · 00h 57m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Aurelius and Mostly Sunny near Sterling Heights.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Aurelius to Sterling Heights?
The road trip is about 93.2 miles (150 km) and usually takes 01h 39m 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?
Brighton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.6 miles from Aurelius and 44.6 miles from Sterling Heights.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 76.1 miles (122.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.1 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 3:10 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.41 one way or $24.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Aurelius and Mostly Sunny near Sterling Heights.
Stop Ideas Near Brighton
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 Brighton.
Ann Arbor station
Pontiac Transportation Center
Durand Union Station
Troy Transit Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Aurelius and Sterling Heights. Straight-line distance: 76.04 mi (122.37 km).
#1 Aurelius
Civil township in Ingham County, Michigan, United States
| Population | 4,341 |
| Coordinates | 42.5242000, -84.5222000 |
| Altitude | 297 |
| 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: 150 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 51m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 09m |
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 | $12.41 | $24.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.99 | $27.98 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $15.31 | $30.62 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $17.45 | $34.90 |
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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