How far is Sterling Heights, MI from Inland, MI?
The driving distance from Sterling Heights, MI to Inland, MI is about 357 miles (574.6 km), with a travel time of about 06h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 277.1 miles (445.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 13h 32m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM EDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sterling Heights and Inland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sterling Heights and Inland.
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Start on 17 Mile Road
1.6 km · 2 min · 17 Mile Road
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Turn right onto Mound Road
3.2 mi · 5 min · Mound Road
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Continue on Mound Road
784 ft · 24 sec · Mound Road
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Turn right onto M-59 Service Drive
996 ft · 24 sec · M-59 Service Drive
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Take the ramp straight toward M 59 West
1742 ft · 43 sec
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Merge slight left
9.1 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 75 North: Flint
2907 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
32.8 mi · 35 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 75: Saginaw
52.4 mi · 56 min
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Keep slight left
62.9 mi · 1 hr 3 min
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Keep slight left
117.6 mi · 2 hr 1 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 2: Manistique, Escanaba
1913 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto US-2 West
1.1 km · 1 min · US-2 West
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Continue on US 2
3.2 mi · 4 min · US 2
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Continue on US-2 West
65.4 mi · 1 hr 16 min · US-2 West
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Turn left onto Inland Quarry Road
4.6 mi · 18 min · Inland Quarry Road
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Turn right onto Batty Doe Lake Road
1.5 mi · 6 min · Batty Doe Lake Road
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Continue on Batty Doe Lake Road
1.5 km · 6 min · Batty Doe Lake Road
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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 Inland.
Long-distance drive
This route is long enough that fuel, rest stops, weather, and timing matter more than any single maneuver.
I 75
Keep slight left
118 mi · 02h 01m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
Better with a longer stop
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Sterling Heights and Showers And Thunderstorms near Inland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sterling Heights to Inland?
The road trip is about 357 miles (574.6 km) and usually takes 06h 46m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is long enough that most travelers will be better off planning an overnight stay or a more deliberate stop window.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Roscommon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 178.4 miles from Sterling Heights and 178.6 miles from Inland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 277.1 miles (445.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 79.9 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 6:00 AM to 7:30 AM EDT. Starting early still helps, but most travelers will want a longer stop or an overnight stay on a route this long.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $47.51 one way or $95.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 112 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Sterling Heights and Showers And Thunderstorms near Inland.
Stop Ideas Near Roscommon
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sterling Heights and Inland. Straight-line distance: 277.04 mi (445.85 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 Inland
Township in Benzie County, Michigan
| Population | 2,126 |
| Coordinates | 46.0380400, -85.8690000 |
| Altitude | 204 |
| Country | United States |
End: Inland (-85.869, 46.03804)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 575 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 11h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 08h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 07h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 05h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 05h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 04h 27m |
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 | $47.51 | $95.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $53.59 | $107.18 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $58.64 | $117.28 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $66.83 | $133.66 |
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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