How far is Manistique, MI from Sterling Heights, MI?
The driving distance from Manistique, MI to Sterling Heights, MI is about 369.8 miles (595.2 km), with a travel time of about 05h 31m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 282.4 miles (454.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 03m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Cloudy
Patchy Frost then Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Manistique and Sterling Heights.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Manistique and Sterling Heights.
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Start on the route
38 m · 14 sec
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Turn left
17 m · 6 sec
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Turn right onto Main Street
93 m · 15 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto South Maple Street
1789 ft · 34 sec · South Maple Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Lakeshore Drive
83.1 mi · 1 hr 38 min · East Lakeshore Drive
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Continue on US 2
3.2 mi · 4 min · US 2
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Continue on US-2 West
2455 ft · 46 sec · US-2 West
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Take the exit slight right toward I 75 South: Mackinac Bridge
1819 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
94.1 mi · 1 hr 37 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
124.2 mi · 2 hr 7 min
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Keep slight left
11 mi · 12 min
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Keep slight left
36.8 mi · 39 min
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Take the exit slight right toward M 59 East: Utica
1392 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
9.6 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Mound Road, Merrill Road
1449 ft · 35 sec
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Continue on Dobry Drive
1046 ft · 26 sec · Dobry Drive
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Turn right onto Mound Road
3.3 mi · 5 min · Mound Road
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Continue on Mound Road
1212 ft · 36 sec · 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 Manistique and Sterling Heights.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 75
Keep slight left to continue on I 75: Saginaw, Detroit
124 mi · 02h 07m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Partly Cloudy leaving Manistique and Patchy Frost then Chance Rain Showers near Sterling Heights.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Manistique to Sterling Heights?
The road trip is about 369.8 miles (595.2 km) and usually takes 05h 31m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Roscommon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 184.1 miles from Manistique and 185.8 miles from Sterling Heights.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 282.4 miles (454.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 87.4 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:56 AM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $49.21 one way or $98.42 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 116 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Cloudy around Manistique and Patchy Frost then Chance Rain Showers near Sterling Heights.
Stop Ideas Near Roscommon
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 Roscommon.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Manistique and Sterling Heights. Straight-line distance: 282.39 mi (454.46 km).
#1 Manistique
City in Michigan
| Population | 1,048 |
| Coordinates | 45.9577500, -86.2462500 |
| Altitude | 183 |
| 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: 595 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 12h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 09h 14m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 06h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 36m |
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 | $49.21 | $98.42 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $55.50 | $111.00 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $60.73 | $121.47 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $69.22 | $138.43 |
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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