Origin
Newark, MI
Morning in Newark on Tuesday
Local time
11:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Newark, MI to Sterling Heights, MI
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
57m
Distance
45.8 mi
74 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newark, MI
Matthis Volquardsen
Sterling Heights, MI
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 45.8-mile drive from Newark to Sterling Heights, Michigan, is easily manageable in about 57 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. The route primarily utilizes I-75 South and M 59, with a portion on North Holly Road, offering a mixed driving experience. With an estimated fuel cost of just $7, this is an economical journey. Given its short distance and duration, you won't need to worry about overnight stays. This drive stays within the Midwest region, specifically within Michigan, so you're not crossing any major geographical or regional boundaries.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I-75 South | 23.7 mi | 25m |
| M 59 | 9.6 mi | 10m |
| North Holly Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Mound Road | 3.5 mi | 5m |
| Grange Hall Road | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| 17 Mile Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Belford Road | 0.2 mi | 1m |
| Dobry Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I-75 South
— 23.7 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Newark, MI and Sterling Heights, MI.
1
Start on Belford Road
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Belford Road
2
Turn left onto North Holly Road
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
North Holly Road
3
Turn left onto Grange Hall Road
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Grange Hall Road
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
Toward I 75 South
5
Merge onto I 75
24 mi
·
25 min
·
I-75 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 77A
Toward M 59 East: Utica
Use the right lane.
7
Merge onto M 59
9.6 mi
·
10 min
·
M 59
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 50
Toward Mound Road, Merrill Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on Dobry Drive
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Dobry Drive
10
Turn right onto Mound Road
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Mound Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on Mound Road
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Mound Road
12
Turn right onto 17 Mile Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
17 Mile Road
13
Arrive at destination
17 Mile Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.9 miles from Newark, MI, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 7.3 and 41.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
7.3 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
I 75 / I-75 South
Merge onto I 75 / I-75 South
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
31 mi into trip
|
~37m in
Take the exit toward M 59 East: Utica
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 77A
Toward M 59 East: Utica
5
31.3 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
M 59
Merge onto M 59
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
40.8 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Take the exit toward Mound Road, Merrill Road
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 50
Toward Mound Road, Merrill Road
6
41.3 mi into trip
|
~49m in
|
Mound Road
Turn right onto Mound Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.16 one way
$14.32 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.36 | $7.86 | $15.72 |
| premium | $4.89 | $8.81 | $17.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.11 | $20.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 16 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.81 | $2.20 |
| Efficient EV | 11.5 | 0 | $4.01 | $1.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.41 | $2.93 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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.
Destination
Sterling Heights, MI
Morning in Sterling Heights on Tuesday
Local time
11:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
21 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
57m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a drive that's a little over half highway, with 52% of the 45.8 miles on faster roads like I-75 South. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 23.7 miles on I-75 South. Beyond that, the route transitions to M 59 and North Holly Road, introducing a more mixed pace. This means you'll experience both the efficiency of interstate travel and the character of more local roadways as you progress towards Sterling Heights.
52% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 23.7 mi on I-75 South.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 7.3 miles in near I 75 / I-75 South.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 45.8 miles you will encounter 9 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 7.3 miles (I 75 / I-75 South): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 31 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.3 miles (M 59): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Newark, MI to Sterling Heights, MI, road signs begin pointing toward M 59 East: Utica along the way.
M 59 East: Utica
31 mi in
|
~37m
About the Cities
Arriving in Sterling Heights, MI
Full guide →Sterling Heights is in Michigan.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 45.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (52%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 23.7 miles on I-75 South. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 7.3 miles (I 75 / I-75 South): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 31 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.3 miles (M 59): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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