How far is Sterling Heights, MI from Kilmanagh, MI?
The driving distance from Sterling Heights, MI to Kilmanagh, MI is about 97.1 miles (156.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 09m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 82.9 miles (133.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 19m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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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 02h 09m.
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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Chance Light Rain
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sterling Heights and Kilmanagh.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sterling Heights and Kilmanagh.
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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
27.3 mi · 31 min · South Van Dyke Road
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Turn left onto Sebewaing Road
7.9 mi · 14 min · Sebewaing Road
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Continue on Main
1.6 km · 2 min · Main
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Continue on Sebewaing Road
3.9 mi · 7 min · Sebewaing Road
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Turn right onto Bay Port Road
2 mi · 4 min · Bay Port Road
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Turn left onto Kilmanagh Road
20 m · 1 sec · Kilmanagh Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Kilmanagh Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sterling Heights and Kilmanagh.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Van Dyke Road
Continue on South Van Dyke Road
27.3 mi · 00h 31m
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 Light Rain leaving Sterling Heights and Slight Chance Light Rain near Kilmanagh.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sterling Heights to Kilmanagh?
The road trip is about 97.1 miles (156.2 km) and usually takes 02h 09m 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 48.5 miles from Sterling Heights and 48.5 miles from Kilmanagh.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 82.9 miles (133.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.2 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:10 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.88 one way or $29.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Sterling Heights and Slight Chance Light Rain near Kilmanagh.
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 Kilmanagh. Straight-line distance: 82.89 mi (133.4 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 Kilmanagh
Kilmanagh is a place in Michigan, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 43.7561300, -83.3569000 |
| Altitude | 190 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kilmanagh (-83.3569, 43.75613)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 156 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 12m |
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 | $4.34 | $14.88 | $29.77 |
| Mid-grade | $5.02 | $17.22 | $34.44 |
| Premium | $5.62 | $19.27 | $38.54 |
| Diesel | $6.61 | $22.67 | $45.33 |
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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