Origin
Woodland Beach, MI
Afternoon in Woodland Beach on Thursday
Local time
3:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Woodland Beach, MI to Sterling Heights, MI
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 14m
Distance
56.9 mi
92 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 19m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 26m
8 PM
1h 11m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Woodland Beach, MI
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Sterling Heights, MI
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Woodland Beach to Sterling Heights, expect a straightforward 56.9-mile journey through Michigan. This trip typically takes about 1 hour and 14 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stops. Your route relies heavily on major infrastructure, utilizing the Detroit-Toledo Expressway, the Fisher Freeway, and the North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway. With a fuel budget of roughly $9, this drive is as economical as it is direct. Since both locations are situated within the Midwest, the transition between these two points is seamless and familiar. It is a highly practical connection for those looking to reach their destination efficiently without unnecessary detours.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 14m. Total distance: 56.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 80% of this 56.9-mile trip is spent on major thoroughfares. You will settle into a steady rhythm on the interstate, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 16.6 miles along the Detroit-Toledo Expressway. Because the route prioritizes speed and connectivity, it functions primarily as an interstate grind rather than a leisurely scenic tour. The personality of the road remains consistent, moving you quickly through the region's urban and suburban landscape. Behind the wheel, you should anticipate a fast-paced environment that demands your attention as you transition between the various freeways that link these two Michigan communities.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Clairmont Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
644 ft
577 ft
Total Climb
134 ft
Total Descent
97 ft
Highest Point
644 ft
~40.7 mi in
Elevation Range
67 ft
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.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Woodland Beach, MI to Sterling Heights, MI is easy. At 1h 14m 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 Woodland Beach, MI to Sterling Heights, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Clairmont Street | — | — |
| Cloverdale Street | — | — |
| North Dixie Highway | — | — |
| Nadeau Road | — | — |
| I 75 North | — | — |
| Detroit-Toledo Expressway | — | — |
| Fisher Freeway | — | — |
| I 96 West | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Clairmont Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodland Beach, MI and Sterling Heights, MI.
1
Start on Ferndale Street
0.2 mi
·
55 sec
·
Ferndale Street
2
Turn right onto Clairmont Street
518 ft
·
18 sec
·
Clairmont Street
3
Turn straight onto Cloverdale Street
351 ft
·
17 sec
·
Cloverdale Street
4
At the end of the road, turn right onto North Dixie Highway
20 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Dixie Highway
5
Turn left onto Nadeau Road
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Nadeau Road
6
Take the ramp right toward I 75 North: Detroit
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
I 75 North: Detroit
7
Merge slight left onto Detroit-Toledo Expressway
17 mi
·
17 min
·
Detroit-Toledo Expressway
8
Continue on Fisher Freeway
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Fisher Freeway
9
Keep slight left to continue on Fisher Freeway
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Fisher Freeway
10
Take the exit slight left toward I 96 West: Lansing, Michigan Avenue
0.6 mi
·
48 sec
·
I 96 West: Lansing, Michigan Avenue
11
Continue on Jeffries Freeway
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Jeffries Freeway
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 94 West, I 94 East: Chicago, Port Huron
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
I 94 West, I 94 East: Chicago, Port Huron
13
Keep slight right to continue on I 94 East: Port Huron
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
I 94 East: Port Huron
14
Merge slight left onto Edsel Ford Freeway
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Edsel Ford Freeway
15
Take the exit slight right toward I 75: Flint, Toledo
302 ft
·
6 sec
·
I 75: Flint, Toledo
16
Keep slight left to continue on I 75 North: Flint
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 75 North: Flint
17
Merge slight left onto North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
7.8 mi
·
8 min
·
North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
18
Take the exit slight right toward I 696: Lansing, Port Huron
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
I 696: Lansing, Port Huron
19
Keep slight right to continue on I-75 North to I-696 East
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
I-75 North to I-696 East
20
Continue on Walter P Reuther Freeway
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Walter P Reuther Freeway
21
Take the exit slight right toward Mound Road
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
Mound Road
22
Keep slight left to continue on I-696 East to Northbound Mound Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I-696 East to Northbound Mound Road
23
Turn straight onto Mound Road
5.9 mi
·
9 min
·
Mound Road
24
Turn right onto 17 Mile Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
17 Mile Road
25
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.5 mi from Woodland Beach, MI · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.5 miles from Woodland Beach, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.90 one way
$17.79 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $9.77 | $19.53 |
| premium | $4.89 | $10.95 | $21.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.56 | $25.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.97 | $2.73 |
| Efficient EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.98 | $2.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.97 | $3.64 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Afternoon in Sterling Heights on Thursday
Local time
3:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
21 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
1h 14m 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 Woodland Beach, MI to Sterling Heights, MI covers 56.9 miles and takes about 1h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Clairmont Street, Cloverdale Street, North Dixie Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.5 miles from Woodland Beach, MI. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.90 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 Woodland Beach, MI to Sterling Heights, MI is easy. At 1h 14m 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 Woodland Beach, MI to Sterling Heights, MI is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Woodland Beach, MI to Sterling Heights, MI does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 577 ft to 644 ft elevation with about 134 ft of total climbing.
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