Trip from Sterling Heights, MI to Verona, MI

Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology

Drive Time

2h 1m

Distance

96.3 mi

155 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min

4 AM

1h 53m ★

6 AM

2h 1m

8 AM

2h 19m

10 AM

2h 8m

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.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Sterling Heights, MI to Verona, MI covers 96.3 miles and takes about 2h 1m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on South Van Dyke Road, North Van Dyke Road, M 53 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 34.8 miles on South Van Dyke Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $15.06 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

48.1 miles from Sterling Heights, MI

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 1m. Total distance: 96.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile.

Drive Character

Expect a 2h 1m drive with frequent turns across 96.3 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

South Van Dyke Road is the longest continuous segment at about 34.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Fanning Road.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 2h 1m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Fanning Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (New Bradford Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (M 53 / Van Dyke Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 5 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

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0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | Fanning Road

Turn right onto Fanning Road

Navigation decision point

4

0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | New Bradford Boulevard

Turn right onto New Bradford Boulevard

Navigation decision point

6

0.4 mi into trip | ~1m in | M 53 / Van Dyke Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto M 53 / Van Dyke Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

7

1.7 mi into trip | ~3m in | M 53

Keep slight right at fork onto M 53 toward M 53 North: Imlay City

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward M 53 North: Imlay City

4

25.9 mi into trip | ~33m in | M 53 / North Van Dyke Road

Turn left onto M 53 / North Van Dyke Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
South Van Dyke Road	34.8 mi	39m
North Van Dyke Road	25.3 mi	33m
M 53	24.2 mi	30m
Sand Beach Road	5 mi	7m
West Huron Avenue	1.6 mi	2m
South Cedar Street	1.6 mi	2m
Main Street	1.5 mi	1m
Van Dyke Avenue	1.3 mi	2m

Longest stretch: South Van Dyke Road — 34.8 mi, about 39m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Sterling Heights, MI and Verona, MI.

1

Start on 17 Mile Road

0.2 mi · 26 sec · 17 Mile Road

2

Turn right onto Fanning Road

225 ft · 13 sec · Fanning Road

3

Turn right onto New Bradford Boulevard

0.2 mi · 42 sec · New Bradford Boulevard

4

At end of road, turn right onto M 53

1.3 mi · 2 min · Van Dyke Avenue

Use the right lane.

5

Keep slight right at fork onto M 53

24 mi · 30 min · M 53

Toward M 53 North: Imlay City Use the right lane.

6

Turn left onto M 53

5.6 mi · 7 min · North Van Dyke Road

Use the straight lane.

7

Continue on M 53

1.6 mi · 2 min · South Cedar Street

8

Continue on M 53

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Cedar Street

9

Continue on M 53

20 mi · 25 min · North Van Dyke Road

10

Continue on M 53

1.5 mi · 1 min · Main Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

11

Continue on M 53

35 mi · 39 min · South Van Dyke Road

12

Continue on M 53

1.6 mi · 2 min · West Huron Avenue

13

Continue on M 142

5.0 mi · 7 min · Sand Beach Road

14

Arrive at destination

M 142

Trip Plan

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 48.1 miles from Sterling Heights, MI, or about 1h 3m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34.8 miles.

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 21 miles or 27m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 48.1 miles or 1h 3m 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 Verona, MI than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Sterling Heights, 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 Sterling Heights, MI

This is one driving day of about 96.3 miles and 2h 1m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Sterling Heights, MI.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on South Van Dyke Road for about 34.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 48.1 mi from Sterling Heights, MI · 1h 3m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Romeo, MI

48 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

Romeo, MI

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Lapeer, MI

Meal break

The midpoint is around 48.1 miles from Sterling Heights, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Verona, MI

The final approach into Verona, 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 Verona, MI.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Coffee Stop

Coffee First Cafe & Bake Shoppe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Sterling Heights, Michigan

Near the start, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+15868385353

Visit website

Coffee First Cafe & Bake Shoppe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10

Sterling Heights, Michigan

Hours: 6 am–2 pm

+15868385353

Visit website

Ford Field Central Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 6.9

Shelby Township, Michigan

+15867310300

Visit website

LegaSea Aquarium & The Reptarium

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 6.9

Utica, Michigan

Hours: 11 am–7 pm

+15868846941

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$15.06 one way

$30.11 round trip

$3.97/gal 25.4 MPG avg 34 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.36	$16.53	$33.06
premium	$4.89	$18.53	$37.06
diesel	$5.61	$21.26	$42.52

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$15

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$40–$65

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 33.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	28.9	$10.11	$4.62
Efficient EV	24.1	$8.43	$3.85
EV Truck/SUV	38.5	$13.48	$6.16

Gas CO2

34 kg

EV CO2

11 kg (68% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Sterling Heights, MI

Late night in Sterling Heights on Friday

Local time

1:55 AM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Verona, MI

Late night in Verona on Friday

Local time

1:55 AM

EDT

Current temp

42°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

26 degrees cooler 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 Sterling Heights, MI to Verona, MI covers 96.3 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 South Van Dyke Road, North Van Dyke Road, M 53. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 48.1 miles from Sterling Heights, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.06 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.

This is a straightforward 2h 1m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (Fanning Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (New Bradford Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (M 53 / Van Dyke Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Sterling Heights, MI to Verona, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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