How far is Sidney, MI from Sterling Heights, MI?
The driving distance from Sidney, MI to Sterling Heights, MI is about 160.3 miles (257.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 32m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 116 miles (186.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 05m 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 02h 32m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Genesee County, Michigan, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sidney and Sterling Heights.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sidney and Sterling Heights.
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Start on West Sidney Road
12 m · 6 sec · West Sidney Road
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Turn left onto Derby Road
2.5 mi · 5 min · Derby Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West County Farm Road
2.6 mi · 3 min · West County Farm Road
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Continue on Washington Street
2536 ft · 1 min · Washington Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto South Main Street
1.3 km · 1 min · South Main Street
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Continue on South Sheridan Road
1.5 mi · 2 min · South Sheridan Road
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Turn left onto East Carson City Road
11 mi · 15 min · East Carson City Road
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Continue on West Main Street
1 mi · 2 min · West Main Street
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Continue on Cleveland Road
23.7 mi · 32 min · Cleveland Road
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Continue on Brady Road
11.7 mi · 16 min · Brady Road
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Continue on Brady Street
2168 ft · 41 sec · Brady Street
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Turn straight onto West Broad Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · West Broad Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
1 km · 1 min · South Main Street
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Turn straight onto Peet Road
9.1 mi · 12 min · Peet Road
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Continue on Vienna Road
1.4 mi · 2 min · Vienna Road
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Continue on West State Street
1.6 km · 2 min · West State Street
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Continue on West Vienna Road
5.7 mi · 8 min · West Vienna Road
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Take the ramp right toward I 75 South, US 23 South: Flint
2580 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
4.5 mi · 5 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 Sidney and Sterling Heights.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
I 75 South
Keep slight left
36.8 mi · 00h 39m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Sidney and Showers And Thunderstorms near Sterling Heights.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sidney to Sterling Heights?
The road trip is about 160.3 miles (257.9 km) and usually takes 02h 32m 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?
Montrose is a useful midpoint, sitting about 71 miles from Sidney and 89.3 miles from Sterling Heights.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 116 miles (186.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 44.3 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 1:24 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.34 one way or $42.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Sidney and Showers And Thunderstorms near Sterling Heights.
Stop Ideas Near Montrose
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 Montrose.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sidney and Sterling Heights. Straight-line distance: 116.03 mi (186.73 km).
#1 Sidney
Township in Montcalm County, Michigan
| Population | 2,435 |
| Coordinates | 43.2500300, -85.1330700 |
| Altitude | 273 |
| 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: 258 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 20m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 00m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 40m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 59m |
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 | $21.34 | $42.69 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $24.07 | $48.14 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $26.34 | $52.68 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $30.02 | $60.04 |
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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