Distance from Detroit to Chesapeake by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Detroit (MI) to Chesapeake (VA) is 525 miles or 844 kilometers or 456 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Detroit to Chesapeake is 694 miles (1117 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 169 miles or 273 km.

Detroit to Chesapeake Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Detroit, MI to Chesapeake, VA

The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Chesapeake, Virginia is 694 miles or 1117 km.
The total driving distance from Detroit, MI to Chesapeake, VA is 694 miles or 1117 kilometers. Your trip begins in Detroit, Michigan. It ends in Chesapeake, Virginia.
The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Chesapeake, Virginia is approximately 694 miles (1117 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 13 to 14 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Detroit, MI to Chesapeake, VA

How long is the drive from Detroit, MI to Chesapeake, VA?
The total driving time is 13 hours, 22 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Detroit to Chesapeake take?
Detroit and Chesapeake are 13 hours 22 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 Chesapeake

Time difference between Detroit (MI) and Chesapeake (VA) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in Detroit	Current local time in Chesapeake
2025-12-17, 05:45:24 EST	2025-12-17, 05:45:24 EST

How Far is it Between Detroit Michigan, USA and Chesapeake Virginia, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	694 mi	1117 km	602.67 nmi
Straight line distance	525 mi	844 km	456 nmi
Difference	169 mi	273 km	146 nmi

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