Detroit to Tyler: Road Trip Guide & Distance

961.7 miles 1547.7 km · straight line
1118.2 miles actual route 1799.5 km · driving distance
20h 30min estimated drive time
$108 - $132 estimated fuel cost
~2h 26min flight time
228° SW bearing direction

How far is Detroit from Tyler?

The distance from Detroit to Tyler is 961.7 miles (1547.7 km) as the crow flies. Tyler is located SW of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1118.2 miles, taking about 20h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 26min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan and Tyler in Texas.

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 Tyler. 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 Tyler

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 20h 30min $108 - $132 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 26min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~24h 36min $89–$168* Budget
Train ~26h 39min $134–$391* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Detroit & Tyler

Quick Facts

Detroit
42.33°N, 83.05°W
America/Detroit
183m elevation
Tyler
32.35°N, 95.30°W
America/Chicago
164m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 321 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 80 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 25.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM