Day trip from Ann Arbor to Sterling Heights
Sterling Heights lies 67 km (42 mi) north-east of Ann Arbor, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 67 km (42 mi) apart, Sterling Heights is a realistic day trip from Ann Arbor: about 1 h 6 min each way by road.
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| Ann Arbor | Sterling Heights | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United States | United States |
| Population | 117,070 | 132,052 |
| Elevation | 271 m (889 ft) | 190 m (623 ft) |
| Time now | UTC-4 (America/Detroit) | UTC-4 (America/Detroit) |
| Postal codes | 48103–48113 | 48310–48314 |
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Common questions
How far is Sterling Heights from Ann Arbor?
67 km (42 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Ann Arbor; by road roughly 82 km (51 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ann Arbor to Sterling Heights by road?
About 1 h 6 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ann Arbor and Sterling Heights?
No, both are on America/Detroit at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.