How far is Centreville, MI from Sterling Heights, MI?

Fastest route

The distance from Centreville, Michigan 49032, to Sterling Heights, Michigan is approximately 157 miles (252.7 kilometers). The estimated travel time is around 3 hours and 2 minutes. The fastest route currently available is via M-60 E, which avoids road closures.

Directions

  1. Head north on S Clark St toward W Main St.
  2. Turn right at the 1st cross street onto W Main St.
  3. Turn left at the 1st cross street onto N Dean St.
  4. Continue onto N Angling Rd.
  5. N Angling Rd turns slightly right and becomes Butler Rd.
  6. Turn left onto Nottawa Rd.
  7. Turn right at the 1st cross street onto Prairie Corners Rd.
  8. Continue onto Jacksonburg Rd.
  9. Turn left to stay on Jacksonburg Rd.
  10. Turn right onto M-60 E/M-66 N.
  11. Continue straight to stay on M-60 E/M-66 N.
  12. Take the exit onto I-94 E toward Ann Arbor.
  13. Continue on I-94 E. Take M-14 E and I-96 to Mound Rd in Warren.
  14. Take exit 22 from I-696 E.
  15. Keep left at the fork to continue on M-14 E, follow signs for Plymouth.
  16. Continue onto M-14 E/US-23 BUS N.
  17. Continue onto M-14 E (signs for US-23 S/Plymouth/Toledo).
  18. Merge onto M-14 E/US-23 S.
  19. Keep left at the fork to continue on M-14 E, follow signs for Plymouth/Livonia.
  20. Keep left at the fork to continue on I-96 Express/Jeffries Fwy.
  21. Take exit 186B toward Davison Ave.
  22. Continue onto M-8 E/Davison W.
  23. Continue to follow M-8 E.
  24. Continue straight onto M-8 E/Davison Fwy.
  25. Use the right 2 lanes to merge onto I-75 N toward Flint.
  26. Take exit 61 to merge onto I-696 E toward Port Huron.
  27. Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 22 to merge onto Mound Rd.
  28. Continue on Mound Rd. Drive to 17 Mile Rd in Sterling Heights.
  29. Turn right onto 17 Mile Rd.
  30. Arrive at Sterling Heights, Michigan.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🛣️ Plan your journey in advance and familiarize yourself with the route.
  • 🚗 Ensure your vehicle is in good condition and has sufficient fuel for the trip.
  • ⚠️ Stay updated on road closures or traffic advisories that may affect your route.
  • ☕ Take short breaks during the journey to stretch your legs and stay refreshed.
  • 📱 Use navigation apps or GPS devices to help navigate the route accurately.
  • 🚦 Observe traffic laws and regulations for a safe and smooth journey.
  • 📞 Have emergency contact numbers and roadside assistance information handy.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
158.31 mi
02h 47m
Flight
135.58 mi
218.19 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
135.58 mi
Kilometers
218.19 km
Flight Time
00h 16m

Driving Distance

Road route
158.31 mi
Kilometers
254.78 km
Drive Time
02h 47m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 47m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Sterling Heights
Sun, Apr 19, 9:17 AM EDT
Return by in Centreville
Sun, Apr 19, 12:04 PM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Centreville
2026-04-19T06:30
Arrive Sterling Heights
Sun, Apr 19, 9:17 AM EDT
Route Timing
02h 47m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:47 AM to 12:47 PM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
12:56 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Centreville
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Grass Lake
MI

Village in Michigan, United States

From Centreville
79.9 mi
01h 23m
To Sterling Heights
78.4 mi
01h 23m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
47°F
Sunday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
10 to 20 mph W
Destination
50°F
Sunday

Chance Snow Showers

Starts
Sun, Apr 19 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
12 to 16 mph W

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Centreville and Sterling Heights.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Centreville and Sterling Heights.

  1. 1

    Start on South Clark Street

    30 m · 7 sec · South Clark Street

  2. 2

    Turn right onto West Main Street

    1.2 mi · 2 min · West Main Street

  3. 3

    Continue on State Highway 86

    5 mi · 8 min · State Highway 86

  4. 4

    Turn left onto State Highway 66

    6.3 mi · 9 min · State Highway 66

  5. 5

    At the end of the road, turn right onto State Highway 60

    7.1 mi · 10 min · State Highway 60

  6. 6

    Continue on Mendon Road

    8 mi · 12 min · Mendon Road

  7. 7

    Continue on M-60

    3.6 mi · 5 min · M-60

  8. 8

    Continue on West Leroy Street

    1.3 mi · 2 min · West Leroy Street

  9. 9

    Continue on M-60

    13.3 mi · 17 min · M-60

  10. 10

    Continue on West Leigh Street

    1 mi · 1 min · West Leigh Street

  11. 11

    Continue on Homer-Concord Road

    1.5 mi · 2 min · Homer-Concord Road

  12. 12

    Turn slight right onto L Drive South

    1.7 mi · 2 min · L Drive South

  13. 13

    Merge slight left onto Homer-Concord Road

    1.5 mi · 2 min · Homer-Concord Road

  14. 14

    Continue on Homer Road

    2.2 mi · 3 min · Homer Road

  15. 15

    Continue on Spring Arbor Road

    6.3 mi · 9 min · Spring Arbor Road

  16. 16

    Continue on West Main Street

    1.4 km · 2 min · West Main Street

  17. 17

    Continue on Spring Arbor Road

    3.6 mi · 5 min · Spring Arbor Road

  18. 18

    Turn straight onto M-60

    2.9 mi · 3 min · M-60

  19. 19

    Keep slight right to continue on I 94 East: Detroit

    2366 ft · 57 sec

  20. 20

    Merge slight left

    34.8 mi · 37 min

  21. 21

    Keep slight left to continue on M 14: Plymouth

    4.7 mi · 5 min

  22. 22

    Keep right to continue on M 14 East, US 23 South: Plymouth

    2.4 mi · 3 min

  23. 23

    Keep slight left to continue on M 14 East: Plymouth, Livonia

    15.1 mi · 16 min

  24. 24

    Continue straight

    9.2 mi · 10 min

  25. 25

    Keep slight left to continue on Jeffries Freeway (Express)

    5.3 mi · 6 min · Jeffries Freeway (Express)

  26. 26

    Take the exit slight right toward Davison Avenue

    1519 ft · 37 sec

  27. 27

    Continue straight

    2.2 mi · 5 min

  28. 28

    Continue on Davison Freeway

    1.3 mi · 2 min · Davison Freeway

  29. 29

    Take the exit slight right toward I 75: Flint, Toledo

    2332 ft · 56 sec

  30. 30

    Keep slight left to continue on I 75 North: Flint

    2346 ft · 56 sec

  31. 31

    Merge slight left onto North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway

    4.6 mi · 5 min · North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway

  32. 32

    Take the exit slight right toward I 696: Lansing, Port Huron

    1036 ft · 25 sec

  33. 33

    Keep slight right to continue on I-75 North to I-696 East

    2136 ft · 52 sec · I-75 North to I-696 East

  34. 34

    Continue on Walter P Reuther Freeway

    3.1 mi · 3 min · Walter P Reuther Freeway

  35. 35

    Take the exit slight right toward Mound Road

    1569 ft · 38 sec · I-696 East

  36. 36

    Keep slight left to continue on I-696 East to Northbound Mound Road

    1.2 km · 2 min · I-696 East to Northbound Mound Road

  37. 37

    Turn straight onto Mound Road

    5.9 mi · 9 min · Mound Road

  38. 38

    Turn right onto 17 Mile Road

    1.6 km · 2 min · 17 Mile Road

  39. 39

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 17 Mile Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Centreville and Sterling Heights.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
39 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
3 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
24.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 94 East
35.2 mi · 22%
M 14 East
26.7 mi · 17%
M-60
19.8 mi · 12%
Spring Arbor Road
9.87 mi · 6%
Mendon Road
7.99 mi · 5%
State Highway 60
7.05 mi · 4%
Longest Stretch

I 94 East

Merge slight left

34.8 mi · 00h 37m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 47m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 34m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+22.7 mi
135.6 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Grass Lake
01h 23m from Centreville
Leave By
12:56 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Centreville and Chance Snow Showers near Sterling Heights.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Centreville to Sterling Heights?

The road trip is about 158.3 miles (254.8 km) and usually takes 02h 47m 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?

Grass Lake is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79.9 miles from Centreville and 78.4 miles from Sterling Heights.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 135.6 miles (218.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 22.7 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 12:56 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.08 one way or $42.16 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 49.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Centreville and Chance Snow Showers near Sterling Heights.

Stop Ideas Near Grass Lake

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Grass Lake, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Grass Lake.

RAIL

Jackson station

15 mi away
501 E. Michigan Ave.
RAIL

Ann Arbor station

39 mi away
325 Depot Street
RAIL

Albion station

45 mi away
300 North Eaton St.
RAIL

East Lansing station

57 mi away
1240 South Harrison Road

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Centreville and Sterling Heights. Straight-line distance: 135.58 mi (218.19 km).

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#1 Centreville

Village in and county seat of St.

Population1,400
Coordinates41.9233800, -85.5283200
Altitude250
CountryUnited States
Sterling Heights

#2 Sterling Heights

The second most populous city in Macomb County, Michigan.

Population131,709
Coordinates42.5803100, -83.0302000
Altitude187
CountryUnited States
Start: South Clark Street (-85.528223, 41.92338)
End: 17 Mile Road (-83.030204, 42.580347)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 255 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)05h 16m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 57m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)03h 09m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 38m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 15m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 58m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5.59 gal
21.15 L · about $21.08
Round trip
$42.16
11.18 gal · 42.3 L
Estimated CO2
49.7 kg one way
Round trip: 99.4 kg / 219 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $21.08 $42.16
Mid-grade $4.25 $23.77 $47.55
Premium $4.65 $26.02 $52.03
Diesel $5.30 $29.65 $59.30

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Michigan · Apr 19, 2026

There is no time difference between Centreville and Sterling Heights. The current time is 06:30:37.

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.