How far is East Lansing, MI from Sterling Heights, MI?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between East Lansing and Sterling Heights is 74.65 miles (120.14 km).
Flight distance from East Lansing, MI to Sterling Heights, MI is 74.65 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 11 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 10 minutes to travel from East Lansing to Sterling Heights with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from East Lansing, Michigan to Sterling Heights, Michigan is: 98.89 miles (159.15 km) by car.
Driving from East Lansing to Sterling Heights will take approximately 01 hours 30 minutes.
#1 East Lansing
The capital of Michigan. It is located on the Red Cedar River in the central part of the state. East Lansing is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Michigan State University campus and the Wharton Center for the Performing Arts.
| Population | 45676 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°44'13"N 84°29'2"W |
| Latitude | 42.7369800 |
| Longitude | -84.4838700 |
| Altitude | 261 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sterling Heights
The second most populous city in Macomb County, Michigan. It is located in the eastern part of the county. Sterling Heights is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Sterling Heights Historical Museum and the Sterling Heights Civic Center.
| Population | 131709 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 42°34'49"N 83°1'49"W |
| Latitude | 42.5803100 |
| Longitude | -83.0302000 |
| Altitude | 187 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Sterling Heights: 17 Mile Road (-83.030204,42.580347)
Estimated Travel Time Between East Lansing and Sterling Heights
The distance between East Lansing and Sterling Heights is 159 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 46 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.
There is no time difference between East Lansing and Sterling Heights. The current time is 06:18:30.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03 hours 17 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02 hours 28 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 58 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 38 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01 hours 24 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 01 hours 19 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 01 hours 14 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 13.21 liters (3.49 gallon) of gas to cover the route between East Lansing and Sterling Heights.
The estimated cost of gas to go from East Lansing to Sterling Heights is $11.71 (diesel $15.03).
Michigan gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.36 | $3.86 | $4.35 | $4.31 |
| Total | $11.71 | $13.45 | $15.18 | $15.03 |
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The average gas price (in Michigan ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.355 (Diesel $4.306) /gallon. Last changed prices on December 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between East Lansing and Sterling Heights (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
