Baltimore to Detroit: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Baltimore from Detroit?
The distance from Baltimore to Detroit is 396.5 miles (638.1 km) as the crow flies. Detroit is located NW of Baltimore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 527.9 miles, taking about 9h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Both are located in United States — Baltimore in Maryland 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 Baltimore 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 132 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 33 hours
- You could travel this distance about 62.8 times to circle the Earth's equator