How far is Sterling Heights, MI from Lapeer, MI?
The driving distance from Sterling Heights, MI to Lapeer, MI is about 47 miles (75.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 59m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.7 miles (57.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 59m 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 59m.
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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sterling Heights and Lapeer.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sterling Heights and Lapeer.
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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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Take the exit slight right toward I 69 West: Flint
2020 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
12.9 mi · 13 min
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Take the exit slight right toward M 24: Pontiac, Lapeer
2203 ft · 56 sec
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Turn right onto South Lapeer Road
1.1 km · 1 min · South Lapeer Road
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Continue on South Main Street
1.1 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
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Turn left onto West Nepessing Street
12 m · 2 sec · West Nepessing Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · West Nepessing Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sterling Heights and Lapeer.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
M 53 North
Keep slight right to continue on M 53 North: Imlay City
24.2 mi · 00h 30m
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.
Sunny leaving Sterling Heights and Mostly Sunny near Lapeer.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sterling Heights to Lapeer?
The road trip is about 47 miles (75.6 km) and usually takes 00h 59m 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?
Almont is a useful midpoint, sitting about 23.5 miles from Sterling Heights and 23.5 miles from Lapeer.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.7 miles (57.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.3 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 4:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.26 one way or $12.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Sterling Heights and Mostly Sunny near Lapeer.
Stop Ideas Near Almont
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 Almont.
Lapeer station
Pontiac Transportation Center
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sterling Heights and Lapeer. Straight-line distance: 35.69 mi (57.43 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 Lapeer
City in Lapeer County, Michigan
| Population | 5,019 |
| Coordinates | 43.0514200, -83.3188300 |
| Altitude | 262 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lapeer (-83.31883, 43.05142)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 76 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 10m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
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 | $6.26 | $12.52 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $7.06 | $14.12 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $7.73 | $15.45 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $8.80 | $17.61 |
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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