Columbia, South Carolina to Detroit: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Columbia, South Carolina from Detroit?
The distance from Columbia, South Carolina to Detroit is 585.8 miles (942.8 km) as the crow flies. Detroit is located N of Columbia, South Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 730.5 miles, taking about 13h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 41min. Both are located in United States — Columbia, South Carolina in South Carolina 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 Columbia, South Carolina 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 Columbia, South Carolina to Detroit
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 195 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 49 hours
- You could travel this distance about 42.5 times to circle the Earth's equator