How far is Sterling Heights, MI from Vassar, MI?
The driving distance from Sterling Heights, MI to Vassar, MI is about 73.3 miles (118 km), with a travel time of about 01h 39m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 61.5 miles (98.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 18m 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 39m.
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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Human settlement in Oakland County, Michigan, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Patchy Frost then Chance Rain Showers
Widespread Frost then Rain Showers Likely
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sterling Heights and Vassar.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sterling Heights and Vassar.
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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
1 mi · 1 min · State Street
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Continue on State Road
5.7 mi · 8 min · State Road
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Continue on Goodrich Street
3010 ft · 55 sec · Goodrich Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto East Huron Avenue
1041 ft · 18 sec · East Huron Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Huron Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sterling Heights and Vassar.
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.
Patchy Frost then Chance Rain Showers leaving Sterling Heights and Widespread Frost then Rain Showers Likely near Vassar.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sterling Heights to Vassar?
The road trip is about 73.3 miles (118 km) and usually takes 01h 39m 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 36.7 miles from Sterling Heights and 36.7 miles from Vassar.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 61.5 miles (98.9 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 3:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.77 one way or $19.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Frost then Chance Rain Showers around Sterling Heights and Widespread Frost then Rain Showers Likely near Vassar.
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 Vassar. Straight-line distance: 61.43 mi (98.86 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 Vassar
City in Michigan, USA
| Population | 3,909 |
| Coordinates | 43.3719700, -83.5832900 |
| Altitude | 195 |
| Country | United States |
End: Vassar (-83.58329, 43.37197)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 118 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 26m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 50m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 28m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 54m |
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 | $9.77 | $19.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $11.02 | $22.03 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $12.05 | $24.11 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $13.74 | $27.47 |
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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