Detroit to Germantown, Maryland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

372.6 miles 599.7 km · straight line
497.2 miles actual route 800.1 km · driving distance
9h 18min estimated drive time
$48 - $59 estimated fuel cost
~1h 15min flight time
124° SE bearing direction

How far is Detroit from Germantown, Maryland?

The distance from Detroit to Germantown, Maryland is 372.6 miles (599.7 km) as the crow flies. Germantown, Maryland is located SE of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 497.2 miles, taking about 9h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan and Germantown, Maryland in Maryland.

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. 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 Detroit and Germantown, Maryland. 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 Detroit to Germantown, Maryland

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 18min $48 - $59 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 15min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 10min $40–$75* Budget
Train ~8h 50min $60–$174* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Detroit & Germantown, Maryland

Quick Facts

Detroit
42.33°N, 83.05°W
America/Detroit
183m elevation
Germantown, Maryland
39.17°N, 77.27°W
America/New_York
134m elevation
Explore more routes from Germantown, Maryland

Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 124 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 31 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 66.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM