Detroit to Elizabethtown: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Detroit from Elizabethtown?

The distance from Detroit to Elizabethtown is 353.2 miles (568.5 km) as the crow flies. Elizabethtown is located SSW of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 400.7 miles, taking about 7h 38min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan and Elizabethtown in Kentucky.

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 Detroit and Elizabethtown. 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.