Arlington Heights to Detroit: Road Trip Guide & Distance

253.1 miles 407.3 km · straight line
307 miles actual route 494 km · driving distance
5h 55min estimated drive time
$30 - $36 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
85° E bearing direction

How far is Arlington Heights from Detroit?

The distance from Arlington Heights to Detroit is 253.1 miles (407.3 km) as the crow flies. Detroit is located E of Arlington Heights. By car, the driving distance is approximately 307 miles, taking about 5h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Arlington Heights 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 Arlington Heights 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 Arlington Heights to Detroit

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 55min $30 - $36 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 6min $25–$46* Budget
Train ~5h 37min $37–$107* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Arlington Heights & Detroit

Quick Facts

Arlington Heights
42.09°N, 87.98°W
America/Chicago
214m 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 84 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 98.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM