Detroit to Hartford: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Detroit from Hartford?
The distance from Detroit to Hartford is 533.3 miles (858.2 km) as the crow flies. Hartford is located E of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 649.3 miles, taking about 12h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 34min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan and Hartford in Connecticut.
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 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 Hartford. 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.
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 178 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 44 hours
- You could travel this distance about 46.7 times to circle the Earth's equator