How far is Nelson, MI from Sterling Heights, MI?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Nelson and Sterling Heights is 79.95 miles (128.67 km).
Flight distance from Nelson, MI to Sterling Heights, MI is 79.95 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 13 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 11 minutes to travel from Nelson to Sterling Heights with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from Nelson, Michigan to Sterling Heights, Michigan is: 109.96 miles (176.96 km) by car.
Driving from Nelson to Sterling Heights will take approximately 01 hours 53 minutes.
#1 Nelson
Township in Saginaw County, Michigan
| Population | 5142 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 43°20'3"N 84°13'47"W |
| Latitude | 43.3341900 |
| Longitude | -84.2297100 |
| Altitude | 190 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sterling Heights
The second most populous city in Macomb County, Michigan. It is located in the eastern part of the county. Sterling Heights is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Sterling Heights Historical Museum and the Sterling Heights Civic Center.
| Population | 131709 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°34'49"N 83°1'49"W |
| Latitude | 42.5803100 |
| Longitude | -83.0302000 |
| Altitude | 187 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Sterling Heights: 17 Mile Road (-83.030204,42.580347)
Estimated Travel Time Between Nelson and Sterling Heights
The distance between Nelson and Sterling Heights is 177 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 57 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between Nelson and Sterling Heights. The current time is 17:02:24.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 39 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 44 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02 hours 11 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 49 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 34 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 27 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 22 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 14.69 liters (3.88 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Nelson and Sterling Heights.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Nelson to Sterling Heights is $13.02 (diesel $16.71).
Michigan gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.36 | $3.86 | $4.35 | $4.31 |
| Total | $13.02 | $14.96 | $16.88 | $16.71 |
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The average gas price (in Michigan ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.355 (Diesel $4.306) /gallon. Last changed prices on April 24, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Nelson and Sterling Heights (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
