Distance from Detroit to Allentown by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Detroit (MI) to Allentown (PA) is 409 miles or 658 kilometers or 355 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Detroit to Allentown is 553 miles (890 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 144 miles or 232 km.

Flight distance from Detroit, MI to Allentown, PA in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Detroit and Allentown is 409 miles or 658 km.
The nearest airport to Detroit, is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and the nearest airport to Allentown, is Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).

What is the average flight time from Detroit to Allentown?

Flight time from Detroit, MI to Allentown, PA is 0 hours 56 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Detroit to Allentown Flight Route Map

Map Showing the Distance Between Detroit, MI and Allentown, PA
This map shows the distance from Detroit, MI, Usa to Allentown, PA, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Detroit, Michigan to Allentown, Pennsylvania is displayed below.

Driving distance from Detroit, MI to Allentown, PA

The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Allentown, Pennsylvania is 553 miles or 890 km.
The total driving distance from Detroit, MI to Allentown, PA is 553 miles or 890 kilometers. Your trip begins in Detroit, Michigan. It ends in Allentown, Pennsylvania.
The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Allentown, Pennsylvania is approximately 553 miles (890 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 10 to 11 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Detroit, MI to Allentown, PA

How long is the drive from Detroit, MI to Allentown, PA?
The total driving time is 10 hours, 13 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Detroit to Allentown take?
Detroit and Allentown are 10 hours 13 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.
Attention! According to the recommendations of experts, you should stop and take a break every 2 hours on average, take a fresh air and walk a little to protect your alertness and health during long trips by car. In addition, you can drink some coffee to prevent you from sleeping. People who drive constantly without taking a break lose their focus and can eventually cause accidents. Also, please drive carefully and follow the speed rules.

Time Difference between Detroit and Allentown

Time difference between Detroit (MI) and Allentown (PA) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in DetroitCurrent local time in Allentown
2025-12-19, 22:14:49 EST2025-12-19, 22:14:49 EST
How Far is it Between Detroit Michigan, USA and Allentown Pennsylvania, USA?

You can compare air and road distance between Detroit, MI and Allentown, PA in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 553 mi 890 km 480.23 nmi
Straight line distance 409 mi 658 km 355 nmi
Difference 144 mi 232 km 125 nmi

Detroit Details

Detroit is located in Michigan, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 42° 19' 53.1'' Longitude: W 83° 2' 44.7''
Latitude42.33143
Longitude-83.04575
StateMichigan
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Allentown Details

Allentown is located in Pennsylvania, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 40° 36' 30.3'' Longitude: W 75° 29' 24.6''
Latitude40.60843
Longitude-75.49018
StatePennsylvania
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Detroit, MI and Allentown, PA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 18 hours 32 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 13 hours 54 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 12 hours 21 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 11 hours 7 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 10 hours 6 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 9 hours 16 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 8 hours 33 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 7 hours 56 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 7 hours 25 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 6 hours 57 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 6 hours 32 minutes