Long Island to Sterling Heights: Road Trip Guide & Distance

525.1 miles 845 km · straight line
687.8 miles actual route 1106.9 km · driving distance
13h 8min estimated drive time
$66 - $81 estimated fuel cost
~1h 33min flight time
287° WNW bearing direction

How far is Long Island from Sterling Heights?

The distance from Long Island to Sterling Heights is 525.1 miles (845 km) as the crow flies. Sterling Heights is located WNW of Long Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 687.8 miles, taking about 13h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 33min. Both are located in United States — Long Island in New York and Sterling Heights in Michigan.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Long Island and Sterling Heights. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Long Island to Sterling Heights

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 8min $66 - $81 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 33min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 46min $55–$103* Budget
Train ~17h 4min $83–$241* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Long Island & Sterling Heights

Quick Facts

Long Island
40.79°N, 73.14°W
America/New_York
20m elevation
Sterling Heights
42.58°N, 83.03°W
America/Detroit
187m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 175 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 44 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 47.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM