Blacksburg to Detroit: Road Trip Guide & Distance

379.2 miles 610.2 km · straight line
513.4 miles actual route 826.2 km · driving distance
9h 59min estimated drive time
$49 - $61 estimated fuel cost
~1h 16min flight time
339° NNW bearing direction

How far is Blacksburg from Detroit?

The distance from Blacksburg to Detroit is 379.2 miles (610.2 km) as the crow flies. Detroit is located NNW of Blacksburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 513.4 miles, taking about 9h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 16min. Both are located in United States — Blacksburg in Virginia 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 Blacksburg 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 Blacksburg to Detroit

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 59min $49 - $61 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 16min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 59min $41–$77* Budget
Train ~9h 29min $62–$180* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Blacksburg & Detroit

Quick Facts

Blacksburg
37.23°N, 80.41°W
America/New_York
633m 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 126 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 32 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 65.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM