Atlanta to Detroit: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Atlanta from Detroit?
The distance from Atlanta to Detroit is 597.4 miles (961.5 km) as the crow flies. Detroit is located N of Atlanta. By car, the driving distance is approximately 708.5 miles, taking about 13h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 42min. Both are located in United States — Atlanta 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 Atlanta 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.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 199 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
- You could travel this distance about 41.7 times to circle the Earth's equator