How far is Sterling Heights, MI from Center Line, MI?
The driving distance from Sterling Heights, MI to Center Line, MI is about 7 miles (11.3 km), with a travel time of about 00h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 6.6 miles (10.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 29m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sterling Heights and Center Line.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sterling Heights and Center Line.
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Start on 17 Mile Road
819 ft · 20 sec · 17 Mile Road
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Turn right
41 m · 15 sec
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Turn left
66 m · 16 sec
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Turn right
41 m · 12 sec
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Turn right
60 m · 20 sec
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 17 Mile Road
755 ft · 21 sec · 17 Mile Road
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Turn right onto Van Dyke Avenue
6.6 mi · 13 min · Van Dyke Avenue
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Turn right
14 m · 3 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 Center Line.
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.
Van Dyke Avenue
Turn right onto Van Dyke Avenue
6.58 mi · 00h 13m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Sterling Heights and Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Center Line.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sterling Heights to Center Line?
The road trip is about 7 miles (11.3 km) and usually takes 00h 14m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Warren is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.5 miles from Sterling Heights and 3.5 miles from Center Line.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 6.6 miles (10.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.4 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.94 one way or $1.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Sterling Heights and Sunny then Slight Chance Rain Showers near Center Line.
Stop Ideas Near Warren
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 Warren.
Royal Oak station
Detroit
Birmingham, Michigan
Troy Transit Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sterling Heights and Center Line. Straight-line distance: 6.59 mi (10.6 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 Center Line
City in Michigan, United States
| Population | 8,090 |
| Coordinates | 42.4850400, -83.0277000 |
| Altitude | 190 |
| Country | United States |
End: Center Line (-83.0277, 42.48504)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 11 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.77 | $0.94 | $1.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $1.06 | $2.13 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $1.16 | $2.33 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $1.33 | $2.65 |
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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