Detroit to Newark, New Jersey: Road Trip Guide & Distance

471.7 miles 759.2 km · straight line
605.9 miles actual route 975.1 km · driving distance
11h 21min estimated drive time
$58 - $72 estimated fuel cost
~1h 27min flight time
101° E bearing direction

How far is Detroit from Newark, New Jersey?

The distance from Detroit to Newark, New Jersey is 471.7 miles (759.2 km) as the crow flies. Newark, New Jersey is located E of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 605.9 miles, taking about 11h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 27min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan and Newark, New Jersey in New Jersey.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Detroit and Newark, New Jersey. 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 Newark, New Jersey

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 11h 21min $58 - $72 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 27min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~13h 37min $48–$91* Budget
Train ~10h 47min $73–$212* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Detroit & Newark, New Jersey

Quick Facts

Detroit
42.33°N, 83.05°W
America/Detroit
183m elevation
Newark, New Jersey
40.74°N, 74.17°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 157 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 39 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 52.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM