Altoona to Detroit: Road Trip Guide & Distance

271.5 miles 437 km · straight line
375.7 miles actual route 604.7 km · driving distance
7h 23min estimated drive time
$36 - $45 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
299° WNW bearing direction

How far is Altoona from Detroit?

The distance from Altoona to Detroit is 271.5 miles (437 km) as the crow flies. Detroit is located WNW of Altoona. By car, the driving distance is approximately 375.7 miles, taking about 7h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Altoona in Pennsylvania and Detroit in Michigan.

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 Altoona 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 Altoona to Detroit

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 23min $36 - $45 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 52min $30–$56* Budget
Train ~7h 1min $45–$131* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Altoona
40.52°N, 78.39°W
America/New_York
355m 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 91 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 91.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM