How far is Croswell, MI from Sterling Heights, MI?
The driving distance from Croswell, MI to Sterling Heights, MI is about 72.9 miles (117.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 52.3 miles (84.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 49m 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 24m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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City in Saint Clair County, Michigan, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Croswell and Sterling Heights.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Croswell and Sterling Heights.
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Start on North Howard Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min · North Howard Avenue
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Turn left onto Peck Road
4 mi · 6 min · Peck Road
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Continue on Huron Avenue
2653 ft · 49 sec · Huron Avenue
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Turn right onto Main Street
3103 ft · 40 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Lakeshore Road
7.6 mi · 9 min · Lakeshore Road
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Continue on Kimball Drive
2.9 mi · 3 min · Kimball Drive
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Continue on Lakeshore Road
4.4 mi · 5 min · Lakeshore Road
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Turn straight onto 24th Avenue
2.5 mi · 3 min · 24th Avenue
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Continue on Pine Grove Avenue
1.2 mi · 2 min · Pine Grove Avenue
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Keep slight right to continue on Pine Grove Connector
1761 ft · 25 sec · Pine Grove Connector
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Take the exit straight toward I 69 West, I 94 West
1865 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left
2.3 mi · 2 min
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Keep slight left
35.9 mi · 38 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Metropolitan Parkway
1731 ft · 46 sec
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Turn right onto Metropolitan Parkway
5.5 mi · 8 min · Metropolitan Parkway
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Turn right onto Utica Road
1.8 mi · 3 min · Utica Road
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Turn left onto 17 Mile Road
1.8 mi · 4 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 Croswell and Sterling Heights.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 69 West
Keep slight left
35.9 mi · 00h 38m
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.
Light Rain Likely leaving Croswell 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 Croswell to Sterling Heights?
The road trip is about 72.9 miles (117.3 km) and usually takes 01h 24m 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?
Marysville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 36.4 miles from Croswell and 36.5 miles from Sterling Heights.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 52.3 miles (84.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.6 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 3:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.69 one way or $19.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Croswell and Light Rain Likely near Sterling Heights.
Stop Ideas Near Marysville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Marine City City Hall
Sarnia City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Marysville.
Port Huron
Lapeer station
Birmingham, Michigan
Troy Transit Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Croswell and Sterling Heights. Straight-line distance: 52.31 mi (84.18 km).
#1 Croswell
City in Sanilac County, Michigan, United States of America
| Population | 2,253 |
| Coordinates | 43.2755800, -82.6210400 |
| Altitude | 223 |
| 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: 117 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 54m |
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 | $9.69 | $19.38 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $10.93 | $21.86 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $11.96 | $23.92 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $13.63 | $27.26 |
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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