Distance from Detroit to Hartford by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Detroit (MI) to Hartford (CT) is 533 miles or 858 kilometers or 463 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Detroit to Hartford is 649 miles (1045 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 116 miles or 187 km.

Flight distance from Detroit, MI to Hartford, CT in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Detroit and Hartford is 533 miles or 858 km.
The nearest airport to Detroit, is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and the nearest airport to Hartford, is Theodore Francis Green State Airport (PVD).

What is the average flight time from Detroit to Hartford?

Flight time from Detroit, MI to Hartford, CT is 1 hours 13 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Detroit to Hartford Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Detroit, MI to Hartford, CT

The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Hartford, Connecticut is 649 miles or 1045 km.
The total driving distance from Detroit, MI to Hartford, CT is 649 miles or 1045 kilometers. Your trip begins in Detroit, Michigan. It ends in Hartford, Connecticut.
The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Hartford, Connecticut is approximately 649 miles (1045 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 Hartford, CT

How long is the drive from Detroit, MI to Hartford, CT?
The total driving time is 12 hours, 59 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Detroit to Hartford take?
Detroit and Hartford are 12 hours 59 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 Hartford

Time difference between Detroit (MI) and Hartford (CT) is 0 Hours.

Current local time in DetroitCurrent local time in Hartford
2025-12-17, 05:45:41 EST2025-12-17, 05:45:41 EST
How Far is it Between Detroit Michigan, USA and Hartford Connecticut, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 649 mi 1045 km 563.59 nmi
Straight line distance 533 mi 858 km 463 nmi
Difference 116 mi 187 km 100 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
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Hartford Details

Hartford is located in Connecticut, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 41° 45' 49.4'' Longitude: W 72° 41' 6.3''
Latitude41.76371
Longitude-72.68509
StateConnecticut
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Detroit, MI and Hartford, CT
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 21 hours 46 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 16 hours 19 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 14 hours 30 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 13 hours 3 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 11 hours 52 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 10 hours 53 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 10 hours 2 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 9 hours 19 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 8 hours 42 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 8 hours 9 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 7 hours 41 minutes