Addison to Detroit: Road Trip Guide & Distance

254.8 miles 410 km · straight line
301.8 miles actual route 485.7 km · driving distance
5h 43min estimated drive time
$29 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
82° E bearing direction

How far is Addison from Detroit?

The distance from Addison to Detroit is 254.8 miles (410 km) as the crow flies. Detroit is located E of Addison. By car, the driving distance is approximately 301.8 miles, taking about 5h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Addison in Illinois and Detroit 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Addison and Detroit. 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 Addison to Detroit

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 43min $29 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 52min $24–$45* Budget
Train ~5h 26min $36–$106* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Addison & Detroit

Quick Facts

Addison
41.93°N, 87.99°W
America/Chicago
210m elevation
Detroit
42.33°N, 83.05°W
America/Detroit
183m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM