Detroit to Wausau: Road Trip Guide & Distance

375.8 miles 604.8 km · straight line
564.2 miles actual route 908 km · driving distance
10h 33min estimated drive time
$54 - $67 estimated fuel cost
~1h 15min flight time
301° WNW bearing direction

How far is Detroit from Wausau?

The distance from Detroit to Wausau is 375.8 miles (604.8 km) as the crow flies. Wausau is located WNW of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 564.2 miles, taking about 10h 33min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan and Wausau 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 Wausau. 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 Wausau

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 33min $54 - $67 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 15min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 40min $45–$85* Budget
Train ~10h 1min $68–$197* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* 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
Wausau
44.96°N, 89.63°W
America/Chicago
367m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 125 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 31 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 66.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM