Detroit to Mammoth Cave: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Detroit from Mammoth Cave?
The distance from Detroit to Mammoth Cave is 390.7 miles (628.8 km) as the crow flies. Mammoth Cave is located SSW of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 449.4 miles, taking about 8h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan and Mammoth Cave in Kentucky.
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. 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 Mammoth Cave. 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 130 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 33 hours
- You could travel this distance about 63.7 times to circle the Earth's equator