How far is Sterling Heights, MI from Ortonville, MI?
The driving distance from Sterling Heights, MI to Ortonville, MI is about 35.7 miles (57.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 28.1 miles (45.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 33m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 46m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Oakland County, Michigan
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sterling Heights and Ortonville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sterling Heights and Ortonville.
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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
7.2 mi · 11 min · Ortonville Road
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Turn slight right onto South Street
1 km · 2 min · South Street
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Turn right onto Mill Street
141 m · 16 sec · Mill Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Mill Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sterling Heights and Ortonville.
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.
I 75 North
Merge slight left
12.8 mi · 00h 14m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Sterling Heights and Mostly Sunny near Ortonville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sterling Heights to Ortonville?
The road trip is about 35.7 miles (57.4 km) and usually takes 00h 46m 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?
Auburn Hills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.8 miles from Sterling Heights and 17.8 miles from Ortonville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 28.1 miles (45.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.6 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 4:56 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.75 one way or $9.50 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Sterling Heights and Mostly Sunny near Ortonville.
Stop Ideas Near Auburn Hills
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Rochester Municipal Complex
City of Madison Heights
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Auburn Hills.
Pontiac Transportation Center
Birmingham, Michigan
Troy Transit Center
Royal Oak station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sterling Heights and Ortonville. Straight-line distance: 28.15 mi (45.3 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 Ortonville
Human settlement in Oakland County, Michigan, United States of America
| Population | 1,430 |
| Coordinates | 42.8522500, -83.4430000 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
End: Ortonville (-83.443, 42.85225)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 57 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
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 | $4.75 | $9.50 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $5.36 | $10.72 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $5.86 | $11.73 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $6.68 | $13.37 |
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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