Detroit to Montreal: Road Trip Guide & Distance

519.7 miles 836.4 km · straight line
559.9 miles actual route 901 km · driving distance
11h 12min estimated drive time
$54 - $66 estimated fuel cost
~1h 33min flight time
62° ENE bearing direction

How far is Detroit from Montreal?

The distance from Detroit to Montreal is 519.7 miles (836.4 km) as the crow flies. Montreal is located ENE of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 559.9 miles, taking about 11h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 33min. Detroit is in Michigan, United States, while Montreal is in Quebec, Canada.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Detroit and Montreal. 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 Montreal

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 12min $54 - $66 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 33min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 26min $45–$84* Budget
Train ~14h 34min $67–$196* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Detroit & Montreal

Quick Facts

Detroit
42.33°N, 83.05°W
America/Detroit
183m elevation
Montreal
45.50°N, 73.57°W
America/Toronto
36m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 173 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 43 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 47.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM