Detroit to Spokane: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1704.8 miles 2743.6 km · straight line
2049.7 miles actual route 3298.6 km · driving distance
35h 56min estimated drive time
$197 - $243 estimated fuel cost
~3h 56min flight time
294° WNW bearing direction

How far is Detroit from Spokane?

The distance from Detroit to Spokane is 1704.8 miles (2743.6 km) as the crow flies. Spokane is located WNW of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 2049.7 miles, taking about 35h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 56min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan and Spokane in Washington.

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. 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. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 35h 56min $197 - $243 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~43h 7min $164–$307* Budget
Train ~46h 43min $246–$717* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Detroit & Spokane

Quick Facts

Detroit
42.33°N, 83.05°W
America/Detroit
183m elevation
Spokane
47.66°N, 117.43°W
America/Los_Angeles
576m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 568 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 142 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 14.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM