Distance from Detroit to Columbia by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Detroit (MI) to Columbia (MO) is 540 miles or 869 kilometers or 469 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Detroit to Columbia is 636 miles (1025 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 96 miles or 156 km.

Detroit to Columbia Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Detroit, MI to Columbia, MO

The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Columbia, Missouri is 636 miles or 1025 km.
The total driving distance from Detroit, MI to Columbia, MO is 636 miles or 1025 kilometers. Your trip begins in Detroit, Michigan. It ends in Columbia, Missouri.
The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Columbia, Missouri is approximately 636 miles (1025 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 12 to 13 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Detroit, MI to Columbia, MO

How long is the drive from Detroit, MI to Columbia, MO?
The total driving time is 12 hours, 7 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Detroit to Columbia take?
Detroit and Columbia are 12 hours 7 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 (MO) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in Detroit	Current local time in Columbia
2025-12-19, 14:01:30 EST	2025-12-19, 14:01:30 EST

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

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	636 mi	1025 km	552.3 nmi
Straight line distance	540 mi	869 km	469 nmi
Difference	96 mi	156 km	83 nmi

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