How far is Sterling Heights, MI from Lathrup Village, MI?
The driving distance from Sterling Heights, MI to Lathrup Village, MI is about 18.1 miles (29.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 11.4 miles (18.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 51m 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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City in Oakland County, Michigan, USA
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sterling Heights and Lathrup Village.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sterling Heights and Lathrup Village.
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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
92 m · 5 sec · Mound Road
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Continue on Mound Road
6 mi · 10 min · Mound Road
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Keep slight left to continue on Mound Road
953 ft · 16 sec · Mound Road
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Take the ramp straight toward I 696: Lansing, Port Huron
1445 ft · 35 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Southbound Mound Road to I-696 West
2073 ft · 51 sec · Southbound Mound Road to I-696 West
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Merge slight left onto Walter P Reuther Freeway
9.1 mi · 10 min · Walter P Reuther Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward Southfield Road, 11 Mile Road
1532 ft · 37 sec
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Turn straight onto West 11 Mile Road
1134 ft · 28 sec · West 11 Mile Road
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Turn right onto Southfield Road
3015 ft · 1 min · Southfield Road
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Turn left onto Glenwood Boulevard
49 m · 9 sec · Glenwood Boulevard
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Turn right
17 m · 4 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 Lathrup Village.
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.
Walter P Reuther Freeway
Merge slight left onto Walter P Reuther Freeway
9.12 mi · 00h 10m
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.
Chance Snow Showers leaving Sterling Heights and Chance Snow Showers then Chance Rain Showers near Lathrup Village.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sterling Heights to Lathrup Village?
The road trip is about 18.1 miles (29.1 km) and usually takes 00h 25m 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?
Madison Heights is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.1 miles from Sterling Heights and 9.1 miles from Lathrup Village.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 11.4 miles (18.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.7 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 7:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.41 one way or $4.83 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Sterling Heights and Chance Snow Showers then Chance Rain Showers near Lathrup Village.
Stop Ideas Near Madison Heights
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sterling Heights and Lathrup Village. Straight-line distance: 11.38 mi (18.32 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 Lathrup Village
City in Michigan
| Population | 4,051 |
| Coordinates | 42.4964200, -83.2227100 |
| Altitude | 215 |
| Country | United States |
End: Lathrup Village (-83.22271, 42.49642)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 29 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
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 | $2.41 | $4.83 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $2.72 | $5.44 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $2.98 | $5.96 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $3.39 | $6.79 |
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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