Distance from Detroit to Durham by Car and Plane

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The flight distance from Detroit (MI) to Durham (NC) is 492 miles or 792 kilometers or 427 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Detroit to Durham is 664 miles (1069 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 172 miles or 277 km.

Detroit to Durham Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Detroit, MI to Durham, NC

The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Durham, North Carolina is 664 miles or 1069 km.
The total driving distance from Detroit, MI to Durham, NC is 664 miles or 1069 kilometers. Your trip begins in Detroit, Michigan. It ends in Durham, North Carolina.
The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Durham, North Carolina is approximately 664 miles (1069 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 Durham, NC

How long is the drive from Detroit, MI to Durham, NC?
The total driving time is 12 hours, 42 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Detroit to Durham take?
Detroit and Durham are 12 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 Durham

Time difference between Detroit (MI) and Durham (NC) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in Detroit	Current local time in Durham
2025-12-19, 04:29:45 EST	2025-12-19, 04:29:45 EST

How Far is it Between Detroit Michigan, USA and Durham North Carolina, USA?

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

Distance type	Miles	Kilometers	Nautical miles
Driving distance	664 mi	1069 km	576.62 nmi
Straight line distance	492 mi	792 km	427 nmi
Difference	172 mi	277 km	149 nmi

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