Detroit to Moline: Road Trip Guide & Distance

388.1 miles 624.6 km · straight line
428 miles actual route 688.8 km · driving distance
7h 57min estimated drive time
$41 - $51 estimated fuel cost
~1h 17min flight time
264° W bearing direction

How far is Detroit from Moline?

The distance from Detroit to Moline is 388.1 miles (624.6 km) as the crow flies. Moline is located W of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 428 miles, taking about 7h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan and Moline in Illinois.

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 Moline. 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 Moline

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 57min $41 - $51 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 17min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~9h 32min $34–$64* Budget
Train ~7h 33min $51–$150* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Detroit
42.33°N, 83.05°W
America/Detroit
183m elevation
Moline
41.51°N, 90.52°W
America/Chicago
176m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 129 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 32 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 64.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM