How far is Sterling Heights, MI from Argentine, MI?

The driving distance from Sterling Heights, MI to Argentine, MI is about 54.1 miles (87 km), with a travel time of about 01h 12m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 43.9 miles (70.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 24m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
54.07 mi
01h 12m
Flight
43.94 mi
70.72 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
43.94 mi
Kilometers
70.72 km
Flight Time
00h 05m

Driving Distance

Road route
54.07 mi
Kilometers
87.01 km
Drive Time
01h 12m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 01h 12m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Argentine
Thu, Apr 16, 9:16 AM EDT
Return by in Sterling Heights
Thu, Apr 16, 10:28 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Sterling Heights
2026-04-16T08:03
Arrive Argentine
Thu, Apr 16, 9:16 AM EDT
Route Timing
01h 12m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:12 AM to 11:12 AM EDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:06 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Sterling Heights
9:30 PM EDT
Morning start is best

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Springfield
MI

Township in Oakland County, Michigan

From Sterling Heights
27 mi
00h 36m
To Argentine
27.1 mi
00h 36m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
72°F
Thursday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
7 to 12 mph SSW
Destination
70°F
Thursday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Thu, Apr 16 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
7 to 10 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Sterling Heights and Argentine.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Sterling Heights and Argentine.

  1. 1

    Start on 17 Mile Road

    1.6 km · 2 min · 17 Mile Road

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Mound Road

    3.2 mi · 5 min · Mound Road

  3. 3

    Continue on Mound Road

    784 ft · 24 sec · Mound Road

  4. 4

    Turn right onto M-59 Service Drive

    996 ft · 24 sec · M-59 Service Drive

  5. 5

    Take the ramp straight toward M 59 West

    1742 ft · 43 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    9.1 mi · 10 min

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward I 75 North: Flint

    2907 ft · 1 min

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    22.9 mi · 25 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward Grange Hall Road

    1705 ft · 48 sec

  10. 10

    Turn left onto Grange Hall Road

    6.4 mi · 10 min · Grange Hall Road

  11. 11

    Continue on Main Street

    1.3 km · 2 min · Main Street

  12. 12

    Turn straight onto East Silver Lake Road

    1.6 mi · 3 min · East Silver Lake Road

  13. 13

    Take the ramp left toward US 23 South: Ann Arbor

    1472 ft · 36 sec

  14. 14

    Merge slight left

    1.1 km · 46 sec

  15. 15

    Take the exit slight right toward Fenton

    977 ft · 27 sec

  16. 16

    Turn right onto Owen Road

    2.4 mi · 4 min · Owen Road

  17. 17

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Linden Road

    1671 ft · 29 sec · Linden Road

  18. 18

    Turn right onto Lobdell Road

    2.1 mi · 3 min · Lobdell Road

  19. 19

    Turn left onto Glen Hatt Road

    1194 ft · 56 sec · Glen Hatt Road

  20. 20

    Turn left onto Silver Lake Road

    1.2 mi · 2 min · Silver Lake Road

  21. 21

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Silver Lake Road

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Sterling Heights and Argentine.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
21 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
8
3 merges, 5 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
38.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 75 North
23.5 mi · 43%
M 59 West
9.48 mi · 18%
Grange Hall Road
6.72 mi · 12%
Mound Road
3.4 mi · 6%
Owen Road
2.36 mi · 4%
Lobdell Road
2.11 mi · 4%
Longest Stretch

I 75 North

Merge slight left

22.9 mi · 00h 25m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
01h 12m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 24m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+10.2 mi
43.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Springfield
00h 36m from Sterling Heights
Leave By
4:06 PM EDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Sterling Heights and Showers And Thunderstorms near Argentine.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Sterling Heights to Argentine?

The road trip is about 54.1 miles (87 km) and usually takes 01h 12m 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?

Springfield is a useful midpoint, sitting about 27 miles from Sterling Heights and 27.1 miles from Argentine.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 43.9 miles (70.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.2 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 4:06 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.20 one way or $14.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 17 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Sterling Heights and Showers And Thunderstorms near Argentine.

Stop Ideas Near Springfield

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Springfield and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 14.3 mi away

Rochester Municipal Complex

Rochester , MI
400 6th St, Rochester, MI 48307
City Hall,Emergency services,School,University
City of Pontiac
Meeting point 9.7 mi away

City of Pontiac

Pontiac , MI
47450 Woodward Ave, Pontiac, MI 48342
Rating 3.3/5 32 reviews City government office,City administration,City clerk's office,Department of finance,Public works department

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Springfield.

RAIL

Pontiac Transportation Center

20 mi away
51000 Woodward Avenue
RAIL

Birmingham, Michigan

32 mi away
449 South Eton St.
RAIL

Troy Transit Center

33 mi away
1201 Doyle Drive
RAIL

Flint station

33 mi away
1407 South Dort Highway

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Sterling Heights and Argentine. Straight-line distance: 43.94 mi (70.72 km).

Sterling Heights

#1 Sterling Heights

The second most populous city in Macomb County, Michigan.

Population131,709
Coordinates42.5803100, -83.0302000
Altitude187
CountryUnited States
Argentine

#2 Argentine

Unincorporated community in Michigan

Population6,479
Coordinates42.7914200, -83.8463400
Altitude266
CountryUnited States
Start: Sterling Heights (-83.0302, 42.58031)
End: Argentine (-83.84634, 42.79142)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 87 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 48m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 21m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 04m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 54m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 46m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 40m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.91 gal
7.22 L · about $7.20
Round trip
$14.41
3.82 gal · 14.44 L
Estimated CO2
17 kg one way
Round trip: 33.9 kg / 75 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.77 $7.20 $14.41
Mid-grade $4.25 $8.12 $16.25
Premium $4.65 $8.89 $17.78
Diesel $5.30 $10.13 $20.26

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Michigan · Apr 16, 2026

There is no time difference between Sterling Heights and Argentine. The current time is 08:03:54.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.