Detroit to Waukesha: Road Trip Guide & Distance

267.6 miles 430.6 km · straight line
383.1 miles actual route 616.5 km · driving distance
7h 22min estimated drive time
$37 - $45 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
282° WNW bearing direction

How far is Detroit from Waukesha?

The distance from Detroit to Waukesha is 267.6 miles (430.6 km) as the crow flies. Waukesha is located WNW of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 383.1 miles, taking about 7h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan and Waukesha in Wisconsin.

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. 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.

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

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 22min $37 - $45 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 50min $31–$57* Budget
Train ~7h 0min $46–$134* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Detroit
42.33°N, 83.05°W
America/Detroit
183m elevation
Waukesha
43.01°N, 88.23°W
America/Chicago
248m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 89 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 93.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM