Distance from Detroit to Columbus by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Detroit (MI) to Columbus (OH) is 163 miles or 261 kilometers or 141 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Detroit to Columbus is 204 miles (329 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 41 miles or 68 km.

Flight distance from Detroit, MI to Columbus, OH in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Detroit and Columbus is 163 miles or 261 km.
The nearest airport to Detroit, is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and the nearest airport to Columbus, is John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH).

What is the average flight time from Detroit to Columbus?

Flight time from Detroit, MI to Columbus, OH is 0 hours 22 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Detroit to Columbus Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Detroit, MI to Columbus, OH

The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Columbus, Ohio is 204 miles or 329 km.
The total driving distance from Detroit, MI to Columbus, OH is 204 miles or 329 kilometers. Your trip begins in Detroit, Michigan. It ends in Columbus, Ohio.
The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Columbus, Ohio is approximately 204 miles (329 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 4 to 5 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Detroit, MI to Columbus, OH

How long is the drive from Detroit, MI to Columbus, OH?
The total driving time is 4 hours, 2 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Detroit to Columbus take?
Detroit and Columbus are 4 hours 2 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 Columbus

Time difference between Detroit (MI) and Columbus (OH) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in DetroitCurrent local time in Columbus
2025-12-05, 01:55:48 EST2025-12-05, 01:55:48 EST
How Far is it Between Detroit Michigan, USA and Columbus Ohio, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 204 mi 329 km 177.15 nmi
Straight line distance 163 mi 261 km 141 nmi
Difference 41 mi 68 km 36 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
Nearest airports to Detroit

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Columbus Details

Columbus is located in Ohio, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 39° 59' 6.9'' Longitude: W 82° 59' 5.2''
Latitude39.98524
Longitude-82.98477
StateOhio
Nearest airports to Columbus

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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Detroit, MI and Columbus, OH
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 6 hours 51 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 5 hours 8 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 4 hours 34 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 4 hours 6 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 3 hours 44 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 3 hours 25 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 3 hours 9 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 2 hours 56 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 2 hours 44 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 2 hours 34 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 2 hours 25 minutes