Cincinnati to Detroit: Road Trip Guide & Distance

235.9 miles 379.6 km · straight line
260.6 miles actual route 419.4 km · driving distance
5h 0min estimated drive time
$25 - $31 estimated fuel cost
~58min flight time
19° NNE bearing direction

How far is Cincinnati from Detroit?

The distance from Cincinnati to Detroit is 235.9 miles (379.6 km) as the crow flies. Detroit is located NNE of Cincinnati. By car, the driving distance is approximately 260.6 miles, taking about 5h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Cincinnati 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati to Detroit

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 0min $25 - $31 Flexible stops
Fly ~58min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 0min $21–$39* Budget
Train ~4h 45min $31–$91* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Cincinnati & Detroit

Quick Facts

Cincinnati
39.10°N, 84.51°W
America/New_York
267m 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 79 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 105.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM