If you are planning a trip from Blissfield to Sterling Heights, expect a straightforward 89-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 55 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can anticipate a fuel budget of approximately $14, making it a very economical trip within the Midwest. The drive relies primarily on I-75 and the Fisher Freeway, providing a direct path between these two Michigan locations. Because this is a compact drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your schedule around local traffic patterns or personal preference.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.5 miles from Blissfield, MI
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 58m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 75
28.9 mi
30m
Fisher Freeway
12.8 mi
14m
East Adrian Street
9.5 mi
13m
North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
7.8 mi
8m
Mound Road
5.9 mi
9m
Samaria Road
5.5 mi
9m
Walter P Reuther Freeway
3.1 mi
3m
Saint Anthony Road
3.1 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
I 75
— 28.9 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Blissfield, MI and Sterling Heights, MI.
1
Start on US 223
9.5 mi·13 min·East Adrian Street
2
Enter roundabout onto US 223
257 ft·3 sec·US 223
3
Continue on US 223
0.1 mi·11 sec·US 223
4
Enter roundabout onto Saint Anthony Road
244 ft·3 sec·Saint Anthony Road
5
Continue on Saint Anthony Road
3.0 mi·4 min·Saint Anthony Road
6
At end of road, turn left onto Secor Road
0.5 mi·1 min·Secor Road
7
Turn right onto Samaria Road
5.5 mi·9 min·Samaria Road
8
Continue on Lakeside Road
1.7 mi·2 min·Lakeside Road
9
Continue on Luna Pier Road
2.1 mi·3 min·Luna Pier Road
10
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·39 sec
Toward I 75 North: Detroit
11
Merge onto I 75
29 mi·30 min·I 75
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 75
11 mi·12 min·Fisher Freeway
Toward I 75Use the straight / slight left lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 75
1.7 mi·2 min·Fisher Freeway
14
Take the exit
0.6 mi·47 sec
Exit 48Toward I 96 West: Lansing, Michigan AvenueUse the slight left lane.
15
Continue on I 96
1.5 mi·2 min·Jeffries Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·27 sec
Exit 190AToward I 94 West, I 94 East: Chicago, Port HuronUse the slight right lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward I 94 East: Port HuronUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto I 94
2.0 mi·2 min·Edsel Ford Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
302 ft·5 sec
Exit 216AToward I 75: Flint, ToledoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward I 75 North: FlintUse the slight left lane.
21
Merge onto I 75
7.8 mi·8 min·North Walter P. Chrysler Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.2 mi·25 sec
Exit 61Toward I 696: Lansing, Port HuronUse the slight right lane.
23
Keep slight right at fork onto I-75 North to I-696 East
0.4 mi·52 sec·I-75 North to I-696 East
Toward I 696 East: Port HuronUse the slight right lane.
24
Continue on I 696
3.1 mi·3 min·Walter P Reuther Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit onto I-696 East
0.3 mi·38 sec·I-696 East
Exit 22Toward Mound RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Keep slight left at fork onto I-696 East to Northbound Mound Road
0.7 mi·1 min·I-696 East to Northbound Mound Road
Toward Mound Road NorthUse the slight left lane.
27
Turn straight onto Mound Road
5.9 mi·9 min·Mound Road
28
Turn right onto 17 Mile Road
1.0 mi·1 min·17 Mile Road
29
Arrive at destination
17 Mile Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip with no mandatory stops, you have the advantage of total control over your departure time. Aim to avoid peak rush hours if possible, as the high percentage of highway travel means congestion can easily impact your 1 hour and 55 minute estimate. While you likely won't need to refuel mid-trip given the modest $14 cost, it is always wise to ensure your tank is ready before hitting the Fisher Freeway. Because the longest stretch of 28.9 miles occurs on I-75, keep your eyes on the road and stay prepared for merging traffic during that segment. Flexibility is your greatest asset here, so feel free to head out whenever your schedule allows.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 44.5 miles from Blissfield, MI, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.9 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 20 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.5 miles or 58m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sterling Heights, MI than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Blissfield, MI so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Blissfield, MI
This is one driving day of about 89 miles and 1h 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Blissfield, MI.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 75 for about 28.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 20
5 decision points cluster between mile 64.5 and 77.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
64.5 mi into trip|~1h 20m in
Take the exit toward I 96 West: Lansing, Michigan Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 48
Toward I 96 West: Lansing, Michigan Avenue
8
66.6 mi into trip|~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward I 94 West, I 94 East: Chicago, Port Huron
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 190A
Toward I 94 West, I 94 East: Chicago, Port Huro...
8
66.8 mi into trip|~1h 23m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 94 East: Port Huron
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 94 East: Port Huron
8
69 mi into trip|~1h 27m in
Take the exit toward I 75: Flint, Toledo
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 216A
Toward I 75: Flint, Toledo
8
77.4 mi into trip|~1h 37m in
Take the exit toward I 696: Lansing, Port Huron
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 61
Toward I 696: Lansing, Port Huron
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.91 one way
$27.83 round trip
$3.97/gal25.4 MPG avg31 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.36
$15.28
$30.55
premium
$4.89
$17.13
$34.25
diesel
$5.61
$19.65
$39.30
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
26.7
0
$9.34
$4.27
Efficient EV
22.3
0
$7.79
$3.56
EV Truck/SUV
35.6
0
$12.46
$5.70
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Blissfield, MI
Late night
in Blissfield on Sunday
Local time
5:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Sterling Heights, MI
Late night
in Sterling Heights on Sunday
Local time
5:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Lincoln Park, MI
45 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
19 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 55m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 65% of your travel time will be spent on major roads. The drive features a mix of local connectors like East Adrian Street and high-speed interstate travel. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 28.9 miles while navigating I-75, which demands consistent attention to flow and merging. Transitioning from smaller local roads to the busier interstate sections defines the character of this trip. Overall, the route feels efficient and functional, designed for getting you from point A to point B with minimal deviation.
65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
29 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.9 mi on I 75.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 75 and Fisher Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 64.5 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 89 miles you will encounter 20 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 64.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 66.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 66.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Blissfield, MI and Sterling Heights, MI, road signs point toward Port Huron, Toledo and Mound Road North.
Port Huron
66.6 mi in|~1h 23m
Toledo
69 mi in|~1h 27m
Mound Road North
81.4 mi in|~1h 42m|via I-696 East to Northbound Mound Road
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 55m. Total distance: 89 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.9 miles on I 75. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Sterling Heights, MI before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 64.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 66.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 66.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Sterling Heights, MI before heading back.
