Detroit to Waverly: Road Trip Guide & Distance

85 miles 136.8 km · straight line
94.6 miles actual route 152.2 km · driving distance
1h 55min estimated drive time
$9 - $11 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
290° WNW bearing direction

How far is Detroit from Waverly?

The distance from Detroit to Waverly is 85 miles (136.8 km) as the crow flies. Waverly is located WNW of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 94.6 miles, taking about 1h 55min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Waverly. 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 Waverly

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 55min $9 - $11 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 18min $8–$14* Budget
Train ~1h 49min $11–$33* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Detroit & Waverly

Quick Facts

Detroit
42.33°N, 83.05°W
America/Detroit
183m elevation
Waverly
42.74°N, 84.62°W
America/Detroit
262m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 28 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 292.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM