Detroit to Waterford: Road Trip Guide & Distance

31.2 miles 50.2 km · straight line
38.1 miles actual route 61.3 km · driving distance
52min estimated drive time
$4 - $5 estimated fuel cost
~34min flight time · usually no direct flights
323° NW bearing direction

How far is Detroit from Waterford?

The distance from Detroit to Waterford is 31.2 miles (50.2 km) as the crow flies. Waterford is located NW of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 38.1 miles, taking about 52min. A direct flight would take roughly 34min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 52min $4 - $5 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Detroit & Waterford

Quick Facts

Detroit
42.33°N, 83.05°W
America/Detroit
183m elevation
Waterford
42.69°N, 83.41°W
America/Detroit
294m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 10 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 3 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 798.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM