Detroit to Milwaukee: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Detroit from Milwaukee?

The distance from Detroit to Milwaukee is 251.7 miles (405 km) as the crow flies. Milwaukee is located WNW of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 370.2 miles, taking about 7h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan and Milwaukee in Wisconsin.

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 Milwaukee. 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.