Detroit to Quebec City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

658.9 miles 1060.4 km · straight line
724.3 miles actual route 1165.6 km · driving distance
14h 28min estimated drive time
$70 - $86 estimated fuel cost
~1h 50min flight time
58° ENE bearing direction

How far is Detroit from Quebec City?

The distance from Detroit to Quebec City is 658.9 miles (1060.4 km) as the crow flies. Quebec City is located ENE of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 724.3 miles, taking about 14h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 50min. Detroit is in Michigan, United States, while Quebec City is in Quebec, Canada.

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. 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 Quebec City. 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 Quebec City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 28min $70 - $86 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 22min $58–$109* Budget
Train ~18h 48min $87–$254* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Detroit & Quebec City

Quick Facts

Detroit
42.33°N, 83.05°W
America/Detroit
183m elevation
Quebec City
46.81°N, 71.21°W
America/Toronto
74m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 220 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 55 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 37.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM