Athens, Georgia to Detroit: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Athens, Georgia from Detroit?
The distance from Athens, Georgia to Detroit is 578.6 miles (931.2 km) as the crow flies. Detroit is located N of Athens, Georgia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 712.2 miles, taking about 14h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 40min. Both are located in United States — Athens, Georgia in Georgia and Detroit in Michigan.
This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.
Coordinates come from public place data for Athens, Georgia 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 Athens, Georgia to Detroit
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 193 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 48 hours
- You could travel this distance about 43 times to circle the Earth's equator