How far is Sterling Heights, MI from Millington, MI?
The driving distance from Sterling Heights, MI to Millington, MI is about 66.4 miles (106.8 km), with a travel time of about 01h 29m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 54.6 miles (87.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 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 01h 29m.
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.
Human settlement in Oakland County, Michigan, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sterling Heights and Millington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sterling Heights and Millington.
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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
12.8 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward M 15: Clarkston, Davison
1903 ft · 50 sec
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Turn right onto Ortonville Road
9.7 mi · 14 min · Ortonville Road
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Continue on South State Road
20.3 mi · 30 min · South State Road
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Continue on South State Street
2723 ft · 46 sec · South State Street
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Continue on North State Road
7.6 mi · 10 min · North State Road
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Continue on State Street
2712 ft · 46 sec · State Street
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Turn right onto Main Street
11 m · 1 sec · Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sterling Heights and Millington.
Interchange-aware route
The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.
South State Road
Continue on South State Road
20.3 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.
Showers And Thunderstorms Likely leaving Sterling Heights and Rain Showers Likely near Millington.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sterling Heights to Millington?
The road trip is about 66.4 miles (106.8 km) and usually takes 01h 29m 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?
Ortonville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 33.2 miles from Sterling Heights and 33.2 miles from Millington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 54.6 miles (87.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.8 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 3:30 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.82 one way or $17.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 20.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Sterling Heights and Rain Showers Likely near Millington.
Stop Ideas Near Ortonville
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 Ortonville.
Flint station
Lapeer station
Pontiac Transportation Center
Troy Transit Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sterling Heights and Millington. Straight-line distance: 54.64 mi (87.93 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 Millington
Township in Tuscola County, Michigan
| Population | 1,009 |
| Coordinates | 43.2814100, -83.5296800 |
| Altitude | 229 |
| Country | United States |
End: Millington (-83.52968, 43.28141)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 107 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 56m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 49m |
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 | $8.82 | $17.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $9.95 | $19.90 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $10.89 | $21.78 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $12.41 | $24.82 |
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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