Distance from Detroit to Houston by Car and Plane
The flight distance from Detroit (MI) to Houston (TX) is 1105 miles or 1779 kilometers or 960 nautical miles.
Driving distance from Detroit to Houston is 1281 miles (2063 kilometers).
Difference between fly and travel by a car is 176 miles or 284 km.
Flight distance from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX in miles and km?
The air travel (bird fly) shortest distance between Detroit and Houston is 1105 miles or 1779 km.The nearest airport to Detroit, is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and the nearest airport to Houston, is George Bush Intercontinental Houston Airport (IAH).
What is the average flight time from Detroit to Houston?
Flight time from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX is 2 hours 32 minutes under average conditions.
Exact flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, baggage load, and other environmental factors.
Detroit to Houston Flight Route Map
Map Showing the Distance Between Detroit, MI and Houston, TXThis map shows the distance from Detroit, MI, Usa to Houston, TX, Usa. You can also see the distance in miles and km below the map. Flight route map from Detroit, Michigan to Houston, Texas is displayed below.
Driving distance from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX
The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Houston, Texas is 1281 miles or 2063 km.
The total driving distance from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX is 1281 miles or 2063 kilometers. Your trip begins in Detroit, Michigan. It ends in Houston, Texas.
The driving distance from Detroit, Michigan to Houston, Texas is approximately 1281 miles (2063 kilometers), depending on the specific route you take. Without considering any traffic or other delays, driving this distance typically takes around 23 to 24 hours under normal conditions.
Driving time from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX
How long is the drive from Detroit, MI to Houston, TX?The total driving time is 23 hours, 48 minutes.
How long does a car ride from Detroit to Houston take?
Detroit and Houston are 23 hours 48 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 Houston
Time difference between Detroit (MI) and Houston (TX) is 1 Hours.
Houston time is 1 Hours behind Detroit.
| Current local time in Detroit | Current local time in Houston |
|---|---|
| 2026-04-01, 00:55:12 EDT | 2026-03-31, 23:55:12 CDT |
How Far is it Between Detroit Michigan, USA and Houston Texas, USA?
You can compare air and road distance between Detroit, MI and Houston, TX in this summary table of distances in miles, kilometers and nautical miles.
| Distance type | Miles | Kilometers | Nautical miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driving distance | 1281 mi | 2063 km | 1112.42 nmi |
| Straight line distance | 1105 mi | 1779 km | 960 nmi |
| Difference | 176 mi | 284 km | 152 nmi |
Detroit Details
Detroit is located in Michigan, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 42° 19' 53.1'' Longitude: W 83° 2' 44.7'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 42.33143 |
| Longitude | -83.04575 |
| State | Michigan |
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Houston Details
Houston is located in Texas, USA.
| GPS Coordinates | Latitude: N 29° 47' 8.7'' Longitude: W 95° 23' 19.7'' |
|---|---|
| Latitude | 29.78574 |
| Longitude | -95.38881 |
| State | Texas |
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Estimated Travel Time by Car Between Detroit, MI and Houston, TX
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48 km/h) | 42 hours 58 minutes |
| 40 mph (64 km/h) | 32 hours 14 minutes |
| 45 mph (72 km/h) | 28 hours 39 minutes |
| 50 mph (80 km/h) | 25 hours 47 minutes |
| 55 mph (88 km/h) | 23 hours 26 minutes |
| 60 mph (96 km/h) | 21 hours 29 minutes |
| 65 mph (104 km/h) | 19 hours 50 minutes |
| 70 mph (112 km/h) | 18 hours 25 minutes |
| 75 mph (120 km/h) | 17 hours 11 minutes |
| 80 mph (128 km/h) | 16 hours 7 minutes |
| 85 mph (136 km/h) | 15 hours 10 minutes |