Origin
Edgemont Park, MI
Evening in Edgemont Park on Wednesday
Local time
8:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edgemont Park, MI to Sterling Heights, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 1m
Distance
103.1 mi
166 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 53m
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6 AM
2h 1m
8 AM
2h 19m
10 AM
2h 7m
12 PM
2h 6m
3 PM
2h 8m
5 PM
2h 18m
8 PM
1h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edgemont Park, MI
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Sterling Heights, MI
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Edgemont Park to Sterling Heights, you can expect a straightforward, 103.1-mile journey across Michigan. Clocking in at approximately 2 hours and 1 minute, this trek is easily manageable as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You should budget around $16 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Navigating this route involves a combination of I-75, I-69 BL, and M-59, keeping you within the Midwest region throughout the drive. It is a highly efficient path that prioritizes time over scenic detours, making it a reliable choice for travelers who value a direct connection between these two points.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
51.5 miles from Edgemont Park, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a highway-focused drive, with 75% of your travel time spent on high-speed thoroughfares. You will spend a significant portion of your time behind the wheel on major routes, including a longest uninterrupted stretch of 38.7 miles on I-75. While the transition between I-75, I-69 BL, and M-59 keeps the pace moving, expect a consistent, steady driving experience rather than technical or winding local roads. The character of the road is functional and designed for distance, offering a predictable rhythm for your commute. Once you merge onto the highways, you will settle into a steady flow that carries you through the heart of the region.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Gould Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Edgemont Park, MI to Sterling Heights, MI is easy. At 2h 1m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Edgemont Park, MI to Sterling Heights, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Gould Road | — | — |
| Dryer Farm Road | — | — |
| West Saginaw Street | — | — |
| East Saginaw Street | — | — |
| Saginaw Highway | — | — |
| I 75 | — | — |
| I 75 South | — | — |
| M 59 East | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Gould Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edgemont Park, MI and Sterling Heights, MI.
1
Start on Timber Drive
43 ft
·
1 sec
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Timber Drive
2
Continue on Gould Road
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
Gould Road
3
At the end of the road, turn left onto Dryer Farm Road
0.3 mi
·
56 sec
·
Dryer Farm Road
4
At the end of the road, turn left onto West Saginaw Street
4.4 mi
·
9 min
·
West Saginaw Street
5
Keep slight left to continue on East Saginaw Street
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
East Saginaw Street
6
Continue on Saginaw Highway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Saginaw Highway
7
Take the ramp straight
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
8
Keep slight right
38 mi
·
38 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 75, US 23: Saginaw, Detroit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
I 75, US 23: Saginaw, Detroit
10
Keep slight right to continue on I 75 South, US 23 South: Detroit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
I 75 South, US 23 South: Detroit
11
Merge slight left
1.9 mi
·
2 min
12
Keep slight left
37 mi
·
39 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward M 59 East: Utica
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
M 59 East: Utica
14
Merge slight left
9.6 mi
·
10 min
15
Take the exit slight right toward Mound Road, Merrill Road
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Mound Road, Merrill Road
16
Continue on Dobry Drive
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Dobry Drive
17
Turn right onto Mound Road
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Mound Road
18
Continue on Mound Road
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Mound Road
19
Turn right onto 17 Mile Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
17 Mile Road
20
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best. You won't need to plan for formal stops, as the 2-hour duration allows you to complete the journey in one sitting without fatigue. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before heading out; while $16 is a solid estimate, keeping your tank topped off before leaving Edgemont Park ensures you won't need to hunt for gas stations mid-route. Because the drive is dominated by major interstates like I-75, be prepared for typical highway traffic patterns that may influence your arrival time. Making this a day trip provides the convenience of reaching your destination in Sterling Heights with plenty of time to spare for your activities.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 51.5 miles from Edgemont Park, MI, or about 1h into the drive.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 23 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.5 miles or 1h in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sterling Heights, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Edgemont Park, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Edgemont Park, MI
This is one driving day of about 103.1 miles and 2h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Edgemont Park, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 51.5 mi from Edgemont Park, MI · 1h into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 51.5 miles from Edgemont Park, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sterling Heights, MI
The final approach into Sterling Heights, MI usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Sterling Heights, MI.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.12 one way
$32.24 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $17.70 | $35.39 |
| premium | $4.89 | $19.84 | $39.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.76 | $45.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.9 | 0 | $10.83 | $4.95 |
| Efficient EV | 25.8 | 0 | $9.02 | $4.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.2 | 0 | $14.43 | $6.60 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Sterling Heights, MI
Evening in Sterling Heights on Wednesday
Local time
8:17 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 1m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Edgemont Park, MI to Sterling Heights, MI covers 103.1 miles and takes about 2h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Gould Road, Dryer Farm Road, West Saginaw Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 51.5 miles from Edgemont Park, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $16.12 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
The drive from Edgemont Park, MI to Sterling Heights, MI is easy. At 2h 1m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Edgemont Park, MI to Sterling Heights, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Edgemont Park, MI to Sterling Heights, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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