How far is Sterling Heights, MI from Algonac, MI?
The driving distance from Sterling Heights, MI to Algonac, MI is about 35.5 miles (57.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 55m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 25.5 miles (41 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 50m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 55m.
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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Township in Cass County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sterling Heights and Algonac.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sterling Heights and Algonac.
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Start on 17 Mile Road
1.8 mi · 4 min · 17 Mile Road
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Turn right onto Utica Road
1.8 mi · 3 min · Utica Road
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Turn right onto Metropolitan Parkway
549 ft · 12 sec · Metropolitan Parkway
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Continue on Metropolitan Parkway
5.7 mi · 8 min · Metropolitan Parkway
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 94 East: Port Huron
1299 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight left onto Ford Freeway
7.1 mi · 8 min · Ford Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward M 29: New Baltimore, Algonac
3212 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto 23 Mile Road
3.8 mi · 6 min · 23 Mile Road
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Continue on Green Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · Green Street
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Continue on Main Street
3183 ft · 59 sec · Main Street
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Continue on Dixie Highway
4.7 mi · 7 min · Dixie Highway
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Continue on Dyke Road
2.8 mi · 4 min · Dyke Road
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Continue on Pointe Tremble Road
4.3 mi · 7 min · Pointe Tremble Road
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Continue on Saint Clair River Drive
1958 ft · 38 sec · Saint Clair River Drive
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Turn left
102 m · 27 sec
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Turn right
9 m · 2 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sterling Heights and Algonac.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Ford Freeway
Merge slight left onto Ford Freeway
7.05 mi · 00h 08m
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.
Chance Snow Showers leaving Sterling Heights and Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Algonac.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sterling Heights to Algonac?
The road trip is about 35.5 miles (57.2 km) and usually takes 00h 55m 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?
Milton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.8 miles from Sterling Heights and 17.8 miles from Algonac.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 25.5 miles (41 km), while the road route adds roughly 10 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 4:40 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.71 one way or $9.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Sterling Heights and Chance Rain And Snow Showers near Algonac.
Stop Ideas Near Milton
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 Milton.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sterling Heights and Algonac. Straight-line distance: 25.46 mi (40.98 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 Algonac
City in Michigan
| Population | 4,034 |
| Coordinates | 42.6185800, -82.5323000 |
| Altitude | 177 |
| Country | United States |
End: Algonac (-82.5323, 42.61858)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 57 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
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 | $4.71 | $9.43 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.32 | $10.63 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.82 | $11.64 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.63 | $13.26 |
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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