Distance from Detroit to Columbia by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Detroit (MI) to Columbia (MD) is 389 miles or 626 kilometers or 338 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Detroit to Columbia is 515 miles (830 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 126 miles or 204 km.

Detroit to Columbia Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Detroit, MI to Columbia, MD

The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Columbia, Maryland is 515 miles or 830 km.
The total driving distance from Detroit, MI to Columbia, MD is 515 miles or 830 kilometers. Your trip begins in Detroit, Michigan. It ends in Columbia, Maryland.
The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Columbia, Maryland is approximately 515 miles (830 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 9 to 10 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Detroit, MI to Columbia, MD

How long is the drive from Detroit, MI to Columbia, MD?
The total driving time is 9 hours, 36 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Detroit to Columbia take?
Detroit and Columbia are 9 hours 36 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 Columbia

Time difference between Detroit (MI) and Columbia (MD) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in Detroit	Current local time in Columbia
2025-12-16, 18:44:04 EST	2025-12-16, 18:44:04 EST

How Far is it Between Detroit Michigan, USA and Columbia Maryland, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	515 mi	830 km	447.23 nmi
Straight line distance	389 mi	626 km	338 nmi
Difference	126 mi	204 km	109 nmi

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