How far is Lathrup Village, MI from Sterling Heights, MI?
The driving distance from Lathrup Village, MI to Sterling Heights, MI is about 18.1 miles (29.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 11.4 miles (18.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 49m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lathrup Village and Sterling Heights.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lathrup Village and Sterling Heights.
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Start on the route
71 m · 22 sec
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Turn left onto Southfield Road
2.4 mi · 4 min · Southfield Road
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Turn right onto West 14 Mile Road
3 mi · 6 min · West 14 Mile Road
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Turn left onto North Crooks Road
2 mi · 4 min · North Crooks Road
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Turn right onto West Big Beaver Road
4 mi · 7 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 Lathrup Village 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.
West Big Beaver Road
Turn right onto West Big Beaver Road
4.02 mi · 00h 07m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Snow Showers then Chance Rain Showers leaving Lathrup Village 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 Lathrup Village to Sterling Heights?
The road trip is about 18.1 miles (29.2 km) and usually takes 00h 24m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Clawson is a useful midpoint, sitting about 7.8 miles from Lathrup Village and 10.3 miles from Sterling Heights.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 11.4 miles (18.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.7 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.41 one way or $4.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers then Chance Rain Showers around Lathrup Village and Chance Snow Showers near Sterling Heights.
Stop Ideas Near Clawson
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Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Clawson.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lathrup Village and Sterling Heights. Straight-line distance: 11.38 mi (18.32 km).
#1 Lathrup Village
City in Michigan
| Population | 4,051 |
| Coordinates | 42.4964200, -83.2227100 |
| Altitude | 215 |
| 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: 29 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
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 | $2.41 | $4.83 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.72 | $5.44 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.98 | $5.96 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.39 | $6.79 |
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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