How far is Pigeon, MI from Sterling Heights, MI?
The driving distance from Pigeon, MI to Sterling Heights, MI is about 98.7 miles (158.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 87.2 miles (140.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 43m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 51m.
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Halfway Point
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Township in Lapeer County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
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Areas Of Frost then Rain Showers
Patchy Frost then Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Pigeon and Sterling Heights.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pigeon and Sterling Heights.
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Start on Michigan Avenue
38 m · 11 sec · Michigan Avenue
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Turn left onto South Main Street
2628 ft · 34 sec · South Main Street
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Continue on Pigeon Road
2610 ft · 39 sec · Pigeon Road
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Continue on Pigeon Road
4 mi · 5 min · Pigeon Road
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Continue on Whalen Street
2630 ft · 38 sec · Whalen Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
2631 ft · 52 sec · Main Street
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Continue on South Elkton Road
2.5 mi · 4 min · South Elkton Road
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Turn left onto Stein Road
4.1 mi · 7 min · Stein Road
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Turn slight right onto South Pinnebog Road
2723 ft · 2 min · South Pinnebog Road
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Turn right onto South Van Dyke Road
30 mi · 34 min · South Van Dyke Road
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Continue on Main Street
1.5 mi · 2 min · Main Street
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Continue on South Van Dyke Road
19.7 mi · 25 min · South Van Dyke Road
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Continue on North Cedar Street
2.2 mi · 4 min · North Cedar Street
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Continue on Van Dyke Road
5.6 mi · 8 min · Van Dyke Road
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Turn right onto North Main Street
1.4 km · 2 min · North Main Street
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Continue on Van Dyke Road
24.5 mi · 30 min · Van Dyke Road
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Turn right onto 17 Mile Road
755 ft · 17 sec · 17 Mile Road
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Turn right
41 m · 15 sec
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Turn left
66 m · 16 sec
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Turn right
41 m · 12 sec
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Turn right
60 m · 20 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 17 Mile Road
819 ft · 20 sec · 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 Pigeon and Sterling Heights.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Van Dyke Road
Turn right onto South Van Dyke Road
30 mi · 00h 34m
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.
Areas Of Frost then Rain Showers leaving Pigeon 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 Pigeon to Sterling Heights?
The road trip is about 98.7 miles (158.8 km) and usually takes 01h 51m 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?
Burnside is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49 miles from Pigeon and 49.6 miles from Sterling Heights.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 87.2 miles (140.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.5 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 2:46 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.12 one way or $26.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Frost then Rain Showers around Pigeon and Patchy Frost then Chance Rain Showers near Sterling Heights.
Stop Ideas Near Burnside
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 Burnside.
Lapeer station
Flint station
Port Huron
Pontiac Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Pigeon and Sterling Heights. Straight-line distance: 87.18 mi (140.31 km).
#1 Pigeon
Village in Huron County, Michigan, United States
| Population | 1,108 |
| Coordinates | 43.8300200, -83.2699600 |
| Altitude | 190 |
| 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: 159 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 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 | $13.12 | $26.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $14.80 | $29.60 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $16.20 | $32.39 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $18.46 | $36.92 |
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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