Detroit to Twin Falls: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1592.4 miles 2562.8 km · straight line
1842.7 miles actual route 2965.6 km · driving distance
31h 54min estimated drive time
$177 - $218 estimated fuel cost
~3h 42min flight time
281° WNW bearing direction

How far is Detroit from Twin Falls?

The distance from Detroit to Twin Falls is 1592.4 miles (2562.8 km) as the crow flies. Twin Falls is located WNW of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1842.7 miles, taking about 31h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 42min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan and Twin Falls in Idaho.

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 Twin Falls. 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 Twin Falls

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 31h 54min $177 - $218 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 42min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~38h 17min $147–$276* Budget
Train ~41h 28min $221–$645* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Detroit & Twin Falls

Quick Facts

Detroit
42.33°N, 83.05°W
America/Detroit
183m elevation
Twin Falls
42.56°N, 114.46°W
America/Boise
1138m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 531 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 133 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 15.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM