How far is Sterling Heights, MI from Walled Lake, MI?
The driving distance from Sterling Heights, MI to Walled Lake, MI is about 24.9 miles (40.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 23.1 miles (37.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 30m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sterling Heights and Walled Lake.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sterling Heights and Walled Lake.
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Start on 17 Mile Road
2 mi · 4 min · 17 Mile Road
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Turn left onto Ryan Road
1.6 km · 2 min · Ryan Road
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Turn right onto Metropolitan Parkway
1.5 km · 1 min · Metropolitan Parkway
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Continue on East Big Beaver Road
6.9 mi · 12 min · East Big Beaver Road
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Continue on Quarton Road
2.7 mi · 6 min · Quarton Road
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Turn left onto Gilbert Lake Road
1.1 km · 2 min · Gilbert Lake Road
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Turn right onto West Maple Road
3.3 mi · 6 min · West Maple Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West Maple Road
33 m · 2 sec · West Maple Road
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Exit the roundabout onto West Maple Road
2 mi · 3 min · West Maple Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West Maple Road
61 m · 9 sec · West Maple Road
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Exit the roundabout onto West Maple Road
1.6 km · 2 min · West Maple Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West Maple Road
65 m · 4 sec · West Maple Road
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Exit the roundabout onto West Maple Road
4.2 mi · 8 min · West Maple Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East West Maple Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sterling Heights and Walled Lake.
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.
East Big Beaver Road
Continue on East Big Beaver Road
6.91 mi · 00h 12m
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 Slight Chance Snow Showers near Walled Lake.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sterling Heights to Walled Lake?
The road trip is about 24.9 miles (40.1 km) and usually takes 00h 45m 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?
Bloomfield Hills is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.4 miles from Sterling Heights and 12.5 miles from Walled Lake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23.1 miles (37.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.32 one way or $6.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Snow Showers around Sterling Heights and Slight Chance Snow Showers near Walled Lake.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sterling Heights and Walled Lake. Straight-line distance: 23.13 mi (37.23 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 Walled Lake
City in Oakland County, Michigan, USA
| Population | 7,080 |
| Coordinates | 42.5378100, -83.4810500 |
| Altitude | 287 |
| Country | United States |
End: Walled Lake (-83.48105, 42.53781)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 40 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 18m |
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 | $3.32 | $6.64 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $3.74 | $7.49 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $4.10 | $8.19 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $4.67 | $9.34 |
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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