Sterling Heights to Wausau: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Sterling Heights from Wausau?

The distance from Sterling Heights to Wausau is 367.9 miles (592 km) as the crow flies. Wausau is located WNW of Sterling Heights. By car, the driving distance is approximately 441.4 miles, taking about 8h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 14min. Both are located in United States — Sterling Heights in Michigan and Wausau in Wisconsin.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Sterling Heights and Wausau. 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.