Detroit to Huntsville, Alabama: Road Trip Guide & Distance

558.8 miles 899.3 km · straight line
640.3 miles actual route 1030.5 km · driving distance
12h 11min estimated drive time
$62 - $76 estimated fuel cost
~1h 37min flight time
201° SSW bearing direction

How far is Detroit from Huntsville, Alabama?

The distance from Detroit to Huntsville, Alabama is 558.8 miles (899.3 km) as the crow flies. Huntsville, Alabama is located SSW of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 640.3 miles, taking about 12h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 37min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan and Huntsville, Alabama in Alabama.

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. 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 Huntsville, Alabama. 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 Huntsville, Alabama

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 11min $62 - $76 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 37min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~14h 37min $51–$96* Budget
Train ~15h 50min $77–$224* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Detroit & Huntsville, Alabama

Quick Facts

Detroit
42.33°N, 83.05°W
America/Detroit
183m elevation
Huntsville, Alabama
34.73°N, 86.59°W
America/Chicago
193m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 186 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 47 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 44.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM