Distance from Detroit to Hayward by Car and Plane

The flight distance from Detroit (MI) to Hayward (CA) is 2073 miles or 3336 kilometers or 1800 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Detroit to Hayward is 2409 miles (3878 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 336 miles or 542 km.

Flight distance from Detroit, MI to Hayward, CA in miles and km?

The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Detroit and Hayward is 2073 miles or 3336 km.
The nearest airport to Detroit, is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and the nearest airport to Hayward, is Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK).

What is the average flight time from Detroit to Hayward?

Flight time from Detroit, MI to Hayward, CA is 4 hours 45 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.

Detroit to Hayward Flight Route Map

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

Driving distance from Detroit, MI to Hayward, CA

The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Hayward, California is 2409 miles or 3878 km.
The total driving distance from Detroit, MI to Hayward, CA is 2409 miles or 3878 kilometers. Your trip begins in Detroit, Michigan. It ends in Hayward, California.
The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Hayward, California is approximately 2409 miles (3878 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 41 to 42 hours under normal conditions.

Driving time from Detroit, MI to Hayward, CA

How long is the drive from Detroit, MI to Hayward, CA?
The total driving time is 41 hours, 49 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Detroit to Hayward take?
Detroit and Hayward are 41 hours 49 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 Hayward

Time difference between Detroit (MI) and Hayward (CA) is 3 Hours.
Hayward time is 3 Hours behind Detroit.

Current local time in DetroitCurrent local time in Hayward
2025-12-21, 15:59:17 EST2025-12-21, 12:59:17 PST
How Far is it Between Detroit Michigan, USA and Hayward California, USA?

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

Distance type Miles Kilometers Nautical miles
Driving distance 2409 mi 3878 km 2091.98 nmi
Straight line distance 2073 mi 3336 km 1800 nmi
Difference 336 mi 542 km 291 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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Hayward Details

Hayward is located in California, USA.

GPS CoordinatesLatitude: N 37° 40' 7.8'' Longitude: W 122° 4' 50.9''
Latitude37.66882
Longitude-122.0808
StateCalifornia
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Detroit, MI and Hayward, CA
Average SpeedTravel Time
30 mph (48 km/h) 80 hours 47 minutes
40 mph (64 km/h) 60 hours 35 minutes
45 mph (72 km/h) 53 hours 51 minutes
50 mph (80 km/h) 48 hours 28 minutes
55 mph (88 km/h) 44 hours 4 minutes
60 mph (96 km/h) 40 hours 23 minutes
65 mph (104 km/h) 37 hours 17 minutes
70 mph (112 km/h) 34 hours 37 minutes
75 mph (120 km/h) 32 hours 19 minutes
80 mph (128 km/h) 30 hours 17 minutes
85 mph (136 km/h) 28 hours 30 minutes