Distance from Detroit to Austin by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Detroit (MI) to Austin (TX) is 1164 miles or 1873 kilometers or 1011 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Detroit to Austin is 1361 miles (2191 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 197 miles or 318 km.

Detroit to Austin Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Detroit, MI to Austin, TX

The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Austin, Texas is 1361 miles or 2191 km.
The total driving distance from Detroit, MI to Austin, TX is 1361 miles or 2191 kilometers. Your trip begins in Detroit, Michigan. It ends in Austin, Texas.
The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Austin, Texas is approximately 1361 miles (2191 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 24 to 25 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Detroit, MI to Austin, TX

How long is the drive from Detroit, MI to Austin, TX?
The total driving time is 24 hours, 42 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Detroit to Austin take?
Detroit and Austin are 24 hours 42 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop.

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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 Austin

Time difference between Detroit (MI) and Austin (TX) is 2 Hours.
Austin time is 2 Hours behind Detroit.

Current local time in Detroit	Current local time in Austin
2025-12-20, 06:01:48 EST	2025-12-20, 04:01:48 MST

How Far is it Between Detroit Michigan, USA and Austin Texas, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	1361 mi	2191 km	1181.89 nmi
Straight line distance	1164 mi	1873 km	1011 nmi
Difference	197 mi	318 km	170 nmi

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