How far is Sterling Heights, MI from Akron, MI?
The driving distance from Sterling Heights, MI to Akron, MI is about 92.1 miles (148.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 72.5 miles (116.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 00m 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 00m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Lapeer County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sterling Heights and Akron.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sterling Heights and Akron.
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Start on 17 Mile Road
928 ft · 27 sec · 17 Mile Road
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Turn right onto Fanning Road
69 m · 14 sec · Fanning Road
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Turn right onto New Bradford Boulevard
919 ft · 43 sec · New Bradford Boulevard
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Van Dyke Avenue
1.3 mi · 2 min · Van Dyke Avenue
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Keep slight right to continue on M 53 North: Imlay City
24.2 mi · 30 min
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Turn left onto North Van Dyke Road
5.6 mi · 8 min · North Van Dyke Road
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Continue on South Cedar Street
1.6 mi · 3 min · South Cedar Street
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Continue on North Cedar Street
3244 ft · 1 min · North Cedar Street
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Continue on North Van Dyke Road
19.7 mi · 25 min · North 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
5.2 mi · 6 min · South Van Dyke Road
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Turn left onto Sanilac Road
4.5 mi · 5 min · Sanilac Road
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Continue on State Street
1 mi · 1 min · State Street
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Continue on East Sanilac Road
9.5 mi · 11 min · East Sanilac Road
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Turn right onto Mertz Road
5.5 mi · 8 min · Mertz Road
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Continue on Ellington Street
2434 ft · 43 sec · Ellington Street
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Continue on Cleaver Road
1.3 mi · 2 min · Cleaver Road
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Continue on Biebel Road
3.8 mi · 5 min · Biebel Road
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Continue on Unionville Road
3.4 mi · 5 min · Unionville Road
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Turn left onto Akron Road
2 mi · 3 min · Akron Road
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Continue on Beach Street
2654 ft · 47 sec · Beach Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
625 ft · 27 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sterling Heights and Akron.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
M 53 North
Keep slight right to continue on M 53 North: Imlay City
24.2 mi · 00h 30m
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.
Light Rain Likely leaving Sterling Heights and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Akron.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sterling Heights to Akron?
The road trip is about 92.1 miles (148.3 km) and usually takes 02h 00m 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 46.1 miles from Sterling Heights and 46.1 miles from Akron.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 72.5 miles (116.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.6 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 2:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.26 one way or $24.51 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 28.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Sterling Heights and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Akron.
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 Sterling Heights and Akron. Straight-line distance: 72.49 mi (116.66 km).
#1 Sterling Heights
The second most populous city in Macomb County, Michigan.
| Population | 131,709 |
| Coordinates | 42.5803100, -83.0302000 |
| Altitude | 187 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Akron
Village in Tuscola County, Michigan, United States
| Population | 373 |
| Coordinates | 43.5680800, -83.5141300 |
| Altitude | 195 |
| Country | United States |
End: Akron (-83.51413, 43.56808)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 148 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 18m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 08m |
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 | $12.26 | $24.51 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $13.82 | $27.64 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $15.13 | $30.25 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $17.24 | $34.48 |
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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