Detroit to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Detroit from Washington DC?
The distance from Detroit to Washington DC is 393.9 miles (633.9 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located SE of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 520.8 miles, taking about 9h 53min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 18min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan and Washington DC in District of Columbia.
This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Washington DC. 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 131 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 33 hours
- You could travel this distance about 63.2 times to circle the Earth's equator