How far is Royal Oak, MI from Sterling Heights, MI?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Royal Oak and Sterling Heights is 8.56 miles (13.78 km).
Flight distance from Royal Oak, MI to Sterling Heights, MI is 8.56 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 01 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Royal Oak, Michigan to Sterling Heights, Michigan is: 12.96 miles (20.86 km) by car.
Driving from Royal Oak to Sterling Heights will take approximately 00 hours 23 minutes.
#1 Royal Oak
The most populous city in Oakland County, Michigan. It is located on Woodward Avenue in the Detroit metropolitan area. Royal Oak is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Royal Oak Music Theatre and the Royal Oak Historical Society.
| Population | 58963 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°29'22"N 83°8'41"W |
| Latitude | 42.4894800 |
| Longitude | -83.1446500 |
| Altitude | 202 |
| 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 Royal Oak and Sterling Heights
The distance between Royal Oak and Sterling Heights is 21 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 13 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 Royal Oak and Sterling Heights. The current time is 04:28:11.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 25 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 19 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 15 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 12 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 11 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 10 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 09 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 1.73 liters (0.46 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Royal Oak and Sterling Heights.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Royal Oak to Sterling Heights is $1.53 (diesel $1.97).
Michigan gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.36 | $3.86 | $4.35 | $4.31 |
| Total | $1.53 | $1.76 | $1.99 | $1.97 |
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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 19, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Royal Oak 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.
