Findlay to Sterling Heights: Road Trip Guide & Distance

110.9 miles 178.4 km · straight line
138.6 miles estimated 223 km · driving distance
2h 47min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
17° NNE bearing direction

How far is Findlay from Sterling Heights?

The distance from Findlay to Sterling Heights is 110.9 miles (178.4 km) as the crow flies. Sterling Heights is located NNE of Findlay. By car, the driving distance is approximately 138.6 miles, taking about 2h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Findlay in Ohio and Sterling Heights in Michigan.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Findlay and Sterling Heights. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Findlay to Sterling Heights

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 47min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 20min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 39min $17–$49* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Findlay & Sterling Heights

Quick Facts

Findlay
41.04°N, 83.65°W
America/New_York
237m elevation
Sterling Heights
42.58°N, 83.03°W
America/Detroit
187m elevation
Explore more routes from Sterling Heights

Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 37 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 224.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients