Canton, Ohio to Detroit: Road Trip Guide & Distance

136.5 miles 219.7 km · straight line
212.4 miles actual route 341.8 km · driving distance
4h 3min estimated drive time
$20 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~46min flight time
321° NW bearing direction

How far is Canton, Ohio from Detroit?

The distance from Canton, Ohio to Detroit is 136.5 miles (219.7 km) as the crow flies. Detroit is located NW of Canton, Ohio. By car, the driving distance is approximately 212.4 miles, taking about 4h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Canton, Ohio in Ohio 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. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Canton, Ohio 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 Canton, Ohio to Detroit

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 3min $20 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~46min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 52min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~3h 51min $25–$74* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Canton, Ohio & Detroit

Quick Facts

Canton, Ohio
40.80°N, 81.38°W
America/New_York
323m 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 46 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 182.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM