Detroit to Providence: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Detroit from Providence?
The distance from Detroit to Providence is 597.1 miles (961 km) as the crow flies. Providence is located E of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 701.7 miles, taking about 13h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 42min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan and Providence in Rhode Island.
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 Providence. 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 199 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 50 hours
- You could travel this distance about 41.7 times to circle the Earth's equator