How far is South Lyon, MI from Sterling Heights, MI?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between South Lyon and Sterling Heights is 32.71 miles (52.64 km).
Flight distance from South Lyon, MI to Sterling Heights, MI is 32.71 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from South Lyon, Michigan to Sterling Heights, Michigan is: 44.7 miles (71.94 km) by car.
Driving from South Lyon to Sterling Heights will take approximately 00 hours 52 minutes.
#1 South Lyon
City in southwestern Oakland County in the U.S. state of Michigan
| Population | 11846 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°27'38"N 83°39'6"W |
| Latitude | 42.4605900 |
| Longitude | -83.6516100 |
| Altitude | 282 |
| 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 South Lyon and Sterling Heights
The distance between South Lyon and Sterling Heights is 72 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 47 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 South Lyon and Sterling Heights. The current time is 22:51:54.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 29 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 07 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 53 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 44 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 38 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 35 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 33 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 5.97 liters (1.58 gallon) of gas to cover the route between South Lyon and Sterling Heights.
The estimated cost of gas to go from South Lyon to Sterling Heights is $5.29 (diesel $6.79).
Michigan gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.36 | $3.86 | $4.35 | $4.31 |
| Total | $5.29 | $6.08 | $6.86 | $6.79 |
Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.
The average gas price (in Michigan ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.355 (Diesel $4.306) /gallon. Last changed prices on May 10, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between South Lyon 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.
