Detroit to Huntington, West Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

272.2 miles 438 km · straight line
325.2 miles actual route 523.4 km · driving distance
6h 49min estimated drive time
$31 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
173° S bearing direction

How far is Detroit from Huntington, West Virginia?

The distance from Detroit to Huntington, West Virginia is 272.2 miles (438 km) as the crow flies. Huntington, West Virginia is located S of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 325.2 miles, taking about 6h 49min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan and Huntington, West Virginia in West Virginia.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Detroit and Huntington, West Virginia. 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 Huntington, West Virginia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 49min $31 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 11min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 29min $39–$114* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Detroit & Huntington, West Virginia

Quick Facts

Detroit
42.33°N, 83.05°W
America/Detroit
183m elevation
Huntington, West Virginia
38.42°N, 82.45°W
America/New_York
173m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 91 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 91.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM