Detroit to Jackson Hole: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1398.5 miles 2250.6 km · straight line
1659.6 miles actual route 2670.9 km · driving distance
29h 29min estimated drive time
$160 - $197 estimated fuel cost
~3h 19min flight time
283° WNW bearing direction

How far is Detroit from Jackson Hole?

The distance from Detroit to Jackson Hole is 1398.5 miles (2250.6 km) as the crow flies. Jackson Hole is located WNW of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1659.6 miles, taking about 29h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 19min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan and Jackson Hole in Wyoming.

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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Detroit and Jackson Hole. 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 Jackson Hole

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 29h 29min $160 - $197 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 19min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~35h 23min $133–$249* Budget
Train ~38h 20min $199–$581* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Detroit & Jackson Hole

Quick Facts

Detroit
42.33°N, 83.05°W
America/Detroit
183m elevation
Jackson Hole
43.48°N, 110.76°W
America/Denver
1901m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 466 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 117 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 17.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM